Quick picture snapped in the office lift. I’m now 7.5 stone down, with 1.5 stone to go. Now when I see my reflection, I no longer see a fat man. I see a thin man who’s let himself go a bit. 😀 Please excuse the manic look, I was on the way to lunch and feeling ravenous.

Gentlemen, here are a few standout posts from the RMRS community this week. 👏 Big shoutout to @Joe Macafee for his post "This Is WAAAAY Overdue" — a raw, honest reflection that resonated deeply. Joe's willingness to share something personal sparked real conversation and reminded the community that style is about showing up authentically. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/this-is-waaaay-overdue 👏 Shoutout to @Brian McGuire for "My day in court" — a practical, real-world post about dressing with intention when the stakes are high. Members appreciated the actionable takeaways and the confidence that comes from knowing you're put together when it counts. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/my-day-in-court 👏 Shoutout to @David Walker for "AI for your wardrobe" — a forward-thinking take on using technology to level up personal style. It sparked a fascinating discussion about where classic menswear meets modern tools, and members loved the fresh angle. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/ai-for-your-wardrobe 👏 Shoutout to @Jeffrey Plotka for "London Sartorial Tour Day #1- John Lobb" — an immersive, detailed walkthrough of one of the world's most storied shoemakers. The craftsmanship, history, and personal experience Jeffrey shared gave the community a true insider's look at British sartorial excellence. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/london-sartorial-tour-day-1-john-lobb Keep sharing your wins, lessons, and style journeys — this is what makes the community great.

Two weeks ago, I had the knee surgery done and once the surgeon got into my knee, he discovered that rather than the expected tears in the ACL, MCL, and meniscus, I had a shredder ACL that, as I was informed yesterday at my two week follow up, caused no stability in my knee and explained 95% of the pain I had been experiencing. Now again, two weeks out, I was told to start putting weight on it, ween off crutches, and they took the restrictions off the brace but I will be wearing the brace for the next two to three months. I’m to go full steam ahead with PT and by medical standards, I’m much farther along than a normal two weeks post op. In fact my surgeon was almost giddy sounding when he looked at my repaired knee and how well it looks now, apparently the first time in almost 30 years that I’ve had a fully functional knee. PT and shorts, can’t get pants over the brace, for the foreseeable future.

Gentlemen, here are a few standout posts from the RMRS community this week. 👏 Big shoutout to @Jeffrey Plotka for "Tuesday's Intentional Thoughts - Smelling the Roses" — a thoughtful reflection on staying positive through the dog days of summer. Jeffrey opened up about his personal journey and invited the community to share how they keep their mindset sharp when the heat (or cold) tries to drag them down. A great conversation starter that resonated deeply. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/tuesdays-intentional-thoughts-smelling-the-roses 👏 Shoutout to @Chad Smith for "OOTD - Monday 13 July" — a detailed walkthrough of his day from the weekly Gentleman's call to a grocery run, complete with outfit context. Chad's OOTD posts consistently draw strong engagement because he shares the real-life narrative behind the clothes, not just the fit. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/ootd-monday-13-july 👏 Shoutout to @William Feldtmose for "OOTD July 15th" — another sharp contribution to the outfit-of-the-day tradition. William continues to be one of the most consistent and supportive voices in the community, showing up with style and encouraging others to do the same. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/ootd-july-15th-2 👏 Shoutout to @Kav for "Thank you for the likes and well wishes" — a genuine moment of gratitude that sparked a wave of community support. It's these authentic human moments that remind us this is more than a style group; it's a brotherhood. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/thank-you-for-the-likes-and-well-wishes Keep showing up, sharing your fits, and lifting each other up — that's what makes this community special.

Gentlemen, here are a few standout posts from the RMRS community this week. 👏 Big shoutout to @Jonathon Shane Crawford for his post "Dining etiquette" — a thoughtful discussion starter about whether modern city life has eroded our table manners, both as hosts and guests. The conversation sparked an impressive 160 comments from members sharing their own dining experiences and perspectives. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/dining-etiquette 👏 Shoutout to @Anthony Buntyn for "Reflection of Time" — a heartfelt birthday reflection on gratitude, family, and the hard-won wisdom that comes with 59 years of life's highs and lows. Anthony's vulnerability and perspective resonated deeply with the community. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/reflection-of-time 👏 Shoutout to @Kav for "Latest Test Results" — sharing his health journey and the importance of staying on top of blood work, especially ahead of knee surgery. His transparency about his past lifestyle and his commitment to turning things around is genuinely inspiring. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/latest-test-results 👏 Shoutout to @Chad Smith for "OOTD - Monday 6 July" — celebrating the return to suited-up WFH life with ties and layers after a warm-weather break. Chad's enthusiasm for dressing sharply, even while between contracts, is the kind of energy that makes this community great. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/ootd-monday-6-july Keep bringing the style, the stories, and the substance, gentlemen.