OOTD-CW - 17 June 2026 · Real Men Real Style Community

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OOTD-CW - 17 June 2026

I am fascinated by the various ways silk can be used on ties. While being a fan of Chris Modoo on the Rampley & Co videos, they often showcase their shantung silk ties. Their texture is beautiful.

Shantung silk is prized for its irregular slubs, dry hand, and matte texture, which give a tie depth without the shine of smoother silk twills. It reads slightly relaxed and artisanal, but in restrained colors—like today's Rampley & Co blue, cream, and ecru stripe I am wearing—it can still sit comfortably in business-formal territory. Rampley & Co's version works well here because the texture adds visual interest on camera while the classic stripe and muted palette keep the look controlled.

• Suit — SJ-014, SL-023 (Enzo Tovare): A navy Enzo Tovare two-button suit in light Super 150s worsted wool, with a subtle sheen and restrained pattern scale. The roped, padded shoulder and clean navy line give it business-formal polish for a video-conference day while still pairing naturally with the softer brown suede accessories.

• Shirt — DS-044 (Charles Tyrwhitt): A white non-iron poplin French-cuff dress shirt from Charles Tyrwhitt. The semi-spread collar, French cuffs, medium opacity, and formal white ground make it a crisp canvas for the textured shantung silk tie and enamel cufflinks.

• Undershirt — US-022 (Sene): A white Sene made-to-measure undershirt in Peruvian Pima cotton with elastane. The excellent drape and fantastic fit support the dress shirt without adding bulk or show-through distraction.

• Tie — NT-057 (Rampley & Co): A blue, cream, and ecru striped Rampley & Co shantung silk tie, three-fold, self-tipped, hand-rolled, and matte in finish. The slubby shantung texture brings casual richness and movement to the navy suit while the business-formal color palette keeps the look sharp rather than rustic.

• Pocket Square — PS-003 (Charles Tyrwhitt): An ivory silk pocket square with navy polka dots. It echoes the navy suit and blue tie without matching too literally, adding a small patterned lift above the jacket pocket.

• Belt — B-014 (Charles Tyrwhitt): A chocolate-brown suede Charles Tyrwhitt belt with light-brown stitching and a silver-tone buckle. The suede nap softens the business-formal suit just enough to harmonize with the Chelsea boots.

• Footwear — DSh-010 (Cobbler Union): Cobbler Union Benjamin Chelsea boots on the Ritz last in dark-brown suede. The almond toe, Goodyear-welt construction, and clean elastic-sided profile make them a smart business-casual bridge with a dressed-down navy suit.

• Socks — DSo-071 (Il Regalo): Navy wool-and-silk dress socks with a mid-blue shadow stripe. They stay tonally aligned with the suit and tie while adding quiet texture below the trouser break.

• Cufflinks — CL-019 (Charles Tyrwhitt): Rhodium-and-enamel cufflinks with silver and navy tones. The globe motif adds personality while the navy enamel ties neatly into the suit, socks, and pocket square.

• Watch — W-002 (Movado): Movado Museum Classic dress watch with polished stainless steel case, black sunburst concave dial, sapphire crystal, and formal profile. It keeps the wrist minimal, sleek, and dark-suit appropriate.

• Ankle Watch — W-001 (Apple): Apple Watch 10 in slate titanium with integrated band. Function-first and discreet, it handles tracking without competing with the formal Movado on the left wrist.

• Pen — P-001 (Montblanc 146 LeGrand): Montblanc 146 LeGrand fountain pen in black precious resin with polished platinum trim and an EF nib. A serious business-formal writing instrument, currently inked in Moderna Red for a subtle point of distinction.

• Business Card Case — BCC-005 (Frank Clegg): Frank Clegg bifold business card case in bluestone goatskin. The grain and muted blue tone align with the navy outfit while remaining professional and pocket-friendly.

• Fragrance — FR-021 (Tom Ford): Tom Ford leather-floral fragrance with cardamom, leather, jasmine sambac, amber, moss, and patchouli. Strong, dark, and leather-forward—best applied lightly for the office, but thematically excellent with brown suede and a navy suit.

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