For de la Torre this is not a decisive piece of advice and he would not call it a very positive message. He explains that if comfort means simply cooling with air conditioning, he understands that sentiment. People seek relief in many ways, and sometimes shedding a jacket is more comforting than untying a tie.
In Málaga, the municipal leader pushes a practical idea to adapt attire for the hot summer season, considering options beyond the conventional suit. He suggests that garments like guayabera shirts or habaneras, which are lightweight and breathable, could be appropriate in the heat and even more effective than sticking to a tie in reducing energy demand. This proposal was presented as a possible general practice to cope with high temperatures during the warm months, especially when air conditioning contributes to higher electricity consumption.
He explains that during summer he already makes changes. He arrives in a suit out of respect for the media, but it is common to wear short sleeves when the weather is hot. It makes sense to adjust clothing accordingly, and Málaga has long practiced these adjustments every summer. When attending the fair, he notes, it is typical to wear shirt sleeves, and on the street one would naturally remove the tie to stay cooler and more comfortable.
Elías Bendodo, the head of the Malaga Partido Popular and a prominent figure in his party, also weighed in this week, criticizing the approach proposed by Pedro Sánchez as not serious. Bendodo pointed out that Sánchez himself often appears with a shirt that does not reach the neck, suggesting that removing the tie would be a more visible step to address the issue of heat and comfort. He commented during a review of the administration’s current course that the image of a fully tightened tie does not reflect the reality faced by many households during hot days.
Juanma Moreno, head of the Junta de Andalucía, also referenced the recommendation as a starting point for broader discussions, arguing that the core problem lies not just in style but in the impact on Spanish families who deal with economic pressures and rising energy costs. He suggested that the issue is more about the tangible effects on daily life and the household budget than about fashion trends, emphasizing that comfort and cost savings go hand in hand for many families when summer heat peaks and energy bills climb.