Here’s something you don’t see every day — a full-blown Longhorn traffic jam right in the middle of SATX. Only in Texas can rush hour come with horns and hooves. Nothing like this to kick off the San Antonio Rodeo & Stock Show — and I’m feeling extra blessed having my Cowgirl riding shotgun (and keeping me in line). Today’s uniform: denim pearl-snap shirt, black tee, Wrangler cowboy cut denim jeans, black Tecovas lid, and brown cowhide Luccheses doing the heavy lifting. Weather’s sitting in the low 80s… so to my RMRS brothers north of the Mason-Dixon — I’ll pour out a little sweet tea for y’all while I soak up this sunshine. Have a blessed day ya’ll.

Thursday, and let’s be honest—the workday was effectively over in spirit long before it ended on the calendar. The day was filled with multiple meetings with senior leadership, all centered on pitching new concepts and, more importantly, persuading decision-makers to allocate resources and rethink personnel management. As anyone who has sat at that table knows, ideas may brief well, but translating them into approved funding and action items is a different sport altogether—one that requires patience, clarity, and a touch of optimism. For today’s modest “power move,” I debuted a thrifted burgundy tie, which set the tone for the outfit. I skipped the pocket square—originally leaning toward champagne, though none in my rotation felt quite right—so I embraced the minimalist route, even if it felt slightly like leaving the house without your watch. I paired it with a new shirt featuring French cuffs and added mechanical cuff links to echo the watch's mechanics on my wrist. To finish the look, I dusted off Maison Kin’s Jago, an inspired-by interpretation of Le Labo’s Santal 33—comforting, confident, and quietly persuasive, much like a well-crafted briefing. Absolutely—here’s a tighter, cleaner version with the same intent and tone, just a bit more polished and efficient: Yes, the background is AI-generated, and that was a deliberate choice. A cluttered room or an unfortunate mirror adds nothing to a thoughtful, well-curated sartorial presentation. If I’m investing the time and effort to build a gentleman’s wardrobe, spending a few extra minutes to compose an image that does it justice is simply logical. Call it vanity if you must—I call it attention to detail and consistency..

Team, I’ve received several compliments on this belt, so I wanted to share a bit of background. This belt from Tyler Shupe Leather reflects traditional Western craftsmanship executed with restraint and precision. The rich, full-grain leather features careful hand-stitching and a subtle contrast edge, adding character without excess, while the Prairie Ridge buckle provides just enough engraved detail to signal heritage rather than novelty. From the weight of the leather to the clean integration of the keeper and hardware, every element points to durability intended for years of wear, not seasons. It’s a piece that anchors an outfit with quiet confidence, whether paired with denim and boots or used to introduce a refined Western touch into a classic wardrobe.

Critiques Welcome! Starting to get into the nitty gritty for planning out the new reality for the company. Also finished the annual review for a woman that was our first employee. Having good people around you is a wonderful way to work. Outfit Details Shirt: Savile Row Co. PoW check in a blue on light blue Winchester shirt Slacks: Santorelli wool trousers in light gray in a light basketweave Jacket: Sarar black cashmere blazer (in serious need of tailoring!) Tie: Fort Belvedere burgundy grenadine tie Belt: Hanks Belts black leather with trim stitching and silver buckle Shoes: Stacy Adams cap toe Oxfords Socks: White snowflakes on a gray background and black edges (unknown maker) Cufflinks: (Unknown maker) silver barrels with red circles near each end Pocket Square: Belluno white linen with knitted rust trim Watch: Movado museum is mirror-back finish

Way too close to home (Open for punchline) Have an awesome Olympics & Super Bowl weekend