Dilbert cartoon first published on Monday 26th February 1996

Dilbert//2508, first published thirty years ago on Monday 26th February 1996

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shirts has either stain or missing button engineers not concerned with fashion stain with tie marinara

Official transcript

Dilbert stands in front of his open closet and says, "I hate my shirts. Each one has either a stain or a missing button."

Dilbert examines a shirt on a hanger and says, "They say engineers are not concerned with fashion, but that's not fair."

Dilbert holds up two shirts and asks Dogbert who is sitting on the bed, "Which stain goes with this tie?"

Dogbert replies, "Definitely the marinara."

originally published on dilbert.com

Open source transcript

I HATE MY SHIRTS.

EACH ONE HAS EITHER A STAIN OR A MISSING BUTTON.

THEY SAY ENGINEERS ARE NOT CONCERNED WITH FASHION, BUT THAT'S NOT FAIR.

WHICH STAIN GOES WITH THIS TIE?

DEFINITELY THE MARINARA.

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AI Analysis

The comic strip is titled "Stains and Fashion" and features Dilbert, a character known for his sarcastic wit and engineering background.

Panel 1: Dilbert stands in front of a closet, holding up a white shirt. He says, "I hate my shirts. Each one has either a stain or a missing button." This sets the tone for his frustration with his work attire.

Panel 2: Dilbert continues, "They say engineers are not concerned with fashion, but that's not fair." This statement highlights his perceived disconnect between his profession and personal style.

Panel 3: Dilbert asks, "Which stain goes with this tie?" and holds up a red tie. He then asks, "Definitely the marinara." This exchange showcases his dry humor and ability to find humor in mundane situations.

Panel 4: Dilbert concludes by saying, "Definitely the marinara." This final panel reinforces his lighthearted approach to dealing with the challenges of being an engineer.

Overall, the comic strip uses humor to poke fun at the stereotype that engineers are not concerned with fashion, while also highlighting the relatable struggles of everyday life.

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