Today, I’m heavy on function! Cindy and I are heading across the pond for about three weeks. We’ll be in the air until sometime late tomorrow. So, I’m in grey nylon hiking pants, a burgundy t-shirt and a tan Cabela’s safari shirt. I promise, I have nicer clothes in my suitcase. A major challenge, is we will experience temps from 50°F with rain, through 100°F with intense sun! That’s a lot to pack. I’ll be on here intermittently over the next three weeks, so I’ll try to be a little better dressed in an upcoming post! Thanks, Brothers!

I picked up a new sport coat and a navy long-sleeve polo the other day and figured today’s less-than-cooperative weather gave me a good excuse to put them into rotation. The coat leans into those richer, cooler-season tones, but paired with the clean navy base and lighter trousers, it holds its own just fine outside of fall. To anchor everything, I went with a pair of chocolate suede Allen Edmonds loafers—soft texture, deep tone, and just enough presence to pull the whole look together without shouting for attention. They do exactly what a good shoe should: quiet confidence, solid footing. Finished things off with a couple sprays of Polo 67—fresh, sharp, and quickly climbing the ranks in my rotation. All in all, not a bad way to make a gloomy day look a little more put together.

Been busy at a conference, but here is what I wore today.

Today, I donned my new, and much used well-tailored light tan windowpane sport coat, paired with a crisp light blue shirt and a deep navy tie. The ensemble was completed with navy trousers and polished brown AE leather shoes. I had a yearly checkup at the doctor’s office and noticed the incredible olive wall in the waiting room. It was the perfect backdrop for my outfit. The earthy tone of the wall, along with the framed landscape and greenery, subtly enhanced the palette of my attire, creating a composed and almost editorial feel. To complete the look, I wore my favorite Bulova Morning Star watch, added a few spritzes of PDM Layton, and I’m ready for whatever the day has in store for me.

Taking my wife away for a wonderful weekend to celebrate her belated birthday. Upping the wardrobe game!! This is the travel for today. Changing to dress trousers and a white open collar shirt for the evening. Different jacket and tie combo tomorrow night. Looking forward to a wonderful time with my favorite human!!