OOTD-CW - 19 June 2026 · Real Men Real Style Community

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OOTD-CW - 19 June 2026

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Happy Juneteenth.

Today's outfit is called.... What Shades of Blue and White were the Smurfs again? Interesting mix of five blues (socks, slacks, jacket, vest, watch) and four whites (shirt, tie, cufflinks, and pocket square), accented by gold and mid brown accents.

• Odd Jacket — DOJ-010 (Ralph Lauren): A navy single-breasted wool blazer from Ralph Lauren with polished rope shoulders and brass buttons. The subtle sheen and high armholes give it a refined silhouette that bridges business formal and smart professional—perfect for video calls and in-person meetings.

• Slacks — SL-005 (Santorelli): Italian blue textured Santorelli slacks with a classic cuffed hem and belt anchors. The blue tone creates intentional harmony with the navy jacket while adding visual depth and interest below the frame.

• Vest — VWC-013 (Ralph Lauren): A powder blue linen Hitchcock-style vest by Ralph Lauren with cream buttons and a brass rear buckle. Moderately light in weight—ideal for layering on a warm California day while maintaining a put-together appearance on camera.

• Shirt — DS-048 (Charles Tyrwhitt): A non-iron ivory twill dress shirt from Charles Tyrwhitt with French cuffs and a classic point collar. The 2-ply cotton construction delivers a soft hand with excellent stitch density—refined enough for board meetings while requiring minimal maintenance.

• Undershirt — US-002 (Ralph Lauren Polo): A classic white crew neck cotton undershirt—soft, breathable, and invisible beneath the opaque dress shirt. Reliable workhorse that keeps the foundation clean.

• Tie — NT-056 (Rampley & Co): An ecru wool-cashmere knitted tie from Rampley & Co. The matte texture and soft-cornered blade offer visual contrast to the navy jacket without competing for attention. Best tied in a relaxed Four-in-Hand—perfect for business casual video days. Anyone who says business wear is not comfortable has never felt this tie. It most be the softest thing I have ever felt... other than my wife.

• Collar Clip — TA-010 (Fort Belvedere): A gold solid brass collar clip from Fort Belvedere with high-tension double-sided clamps. Keeps the collar points aligned and crisp on camera without visible hardware.

• Pocket Square — PS-027 (GB Selected): A 15.5" white cotton pocket square with a large tone-on-tone border. Clean and understated—ideal for a conservative fold that complements without distracting.

• Belt — B-012 (Wolksprong): A brown leather belt with a brass buckle and light dotted pattern. The removable buckle and oval hole design give it subtle character, while the brown leather echoes the footwear for cohesive accessory pairing.

• Footwear — DSh-016 (R.M. Williams): Tan/cognac Blake-stitched penny loafers from R.M. Williams, crafted in Australia with full-grain burnished leather. The rounded almond toe and slip-on design strike the business casual sweet spot—polished enough for meetings, comfortable enough for a full day.

• Socks — DSo-090 (Mes Chaussettes Rouges): Navy and sky blue deckchair stripe knee-high linen socks from Mes Chaussettes Rouges, hand-linked in Italy. The breathable flat-knit construction is perfect for warm weather, while the bold stripe adds personality when seated.

• Cufflinks — CL-023 (Unnamed): Gold-bordered oval cufflinks featuring mother of pearl with a small diamond mount. The cream and gold tones complement the ivory shirt and brass hardware throughout the outfit—classic without being flashy.

• Left Watch — W-006 (Fossil): The Fossil Townsman automatic with a blue skeleton dial on mid-brown leather. The exposed movement serves as a quiet conversation starter while the 44mm case maintains appropriate wrist presence for video calls.

• Ankle Watch — W-001 (Apple): An Apple Watch Series 10 in titanium slate—worn discreetly on the ankle for health tracking and notifications. All the smart functionality without interrupting the traditional dress watch aesthetic on camera.

• Ring — R-001 (Ellie's Jewelry): A platinum wedding band with diamond accents. Timeless, secure, and quietly meaningful—always present, never distracting.

• Pen — P-001 (Montblanc 146): The Montblanc Meisterstück 146 LeGrand fountain pen in black precious resin with platinum trim. Currently inked with Moderna Red—a leadership-grade writing instrument that signals precision during note-taking and planning sessions.

• Business Card Case — BCC-001 (Fort Belvedere): A black German aniline leather bifold case from Fort Belvedere with silver hardware and green goat velour interior. Slim, structured, and business formal—ready for any in-person exchange.

• Fragrance — FR-019 (Creed Wild Vetiver): Creed's new 2026 release—Wild Vetiver. An earthy woody-floral with bright bergamot and pink pepper opening, settling into refined vetiver and cedarwood. Office-appropriate with staying power through the workday.

Total Outfit Value (when each item was purchased): $11,364.52

Cost Per Wear for the entire outfit: $422.29

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