This is my take on workday sprezzatura—quiet confidence, carried with ease. The cream knit polo softens the structure of the blue checked MTM jacket, making a tie unnecessary rather than absent. It’s intentional restraint. Navy trousers ground the look, providing a clean, professional foundation without adding weight or stiffness. Chocolate suede loafers finish it off—relaxed, textured, and perfectly in step with the knit of the polo. Effortless on the surface, deliberate underneath.

Last week my wife and I decided that on our vacation to French Lick, Indiana (her hometown, hometown of Larry Bird, and home of two very beautiful historic hotels) we decided we were going to elope. We had a very small, quiet, and beautiful ceremony. The only bummer was I couldn't wear my self tie bow tie because I couldn't get my hands to not shake (damn TBI)

Hey fam !! Hope we are all Doing well .

Day of yard work and running errands. Picture taken getting suit pants hemmed. Charles Tyrwhitt tan linen shirt with rolled sleeves over Vertx blue jeans with brown Anson belt with silver buckle and brown Justin boots. Monterey Kitty Hawk blue dial watch and Scent Reserve inspired by Creed Aventus. Put on my Stetson Aficionado hat too!

Hat: Trilby (Stanton) Suit: Black Merino Wool (Woolcott Street) Scarf: Sky Blue Silk (Elizabetta Bontique) Dress Shirt: White (Woolcott Street) Tie: School Alumus Tie (Unknown) Pocket Square: White Satin (Unknown) Ring: Gold Custom Signet (Royal Signet) Watch: Gold/White Tank Dial (Seiko) Socks: Black (M.J. Bale) Shoes: Black Oxfords (Woolcott Street) Fragrance: Acqua Di Gio EDP (Giorgio Armani)