OOTD-CW - 20 May 2026 · Real Men Real Style Community

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OOTD-CW - 20 May 2026

Last night, I attended what I thought was a banquet for Track and Field but was actually an awards show for all athletes at my son's high school. Ever since his third race as a Freshman, Logan has been the fastest long-distance runner at his school. His girlfriend (Jackie) of two years has been even more dominating in running, setting school records in virtually every long-distance running events. They both won some smaller awards along the way, but the last award - arguably the most prestigious (especially for parents) - is the scholar athlete. This is a special recognition for students who are very high achieving in their classes and dominant in their sport. The girls had six nominees and two winners, including Jackie with a 4.95 GPA (only missing a 5.0 because one class did not count as 5.0 eligible) - she was also one of the few non-seniors to ever receive this award. For the boys, Logan was called up first and the one other boy. As soon as they called his name, we knew Logan would not get it. This other boy won almost everything that night and was, admittedly, one hell of an accomplished scholar athlete. It was like being the only player in MLB to be considered for the MVP but you're going against Shoei Ohtani. Even Logan wasn't crushed, as even being in the same consideration against this other athlete was a huge compliment.

Today is a very light meeting day and most of my time will be spent on my big client deliverable due on Friday EOD. I am also expecting to receive my Montblanc 149... take 2. The changed the nib when I purchased it to a bold nib, but it had problems with ink flow. When I called the retailer, they sprung into action and moved quickly to get it resolved. Here's to hoping it is resolved!

No clue why it gave me CPW data again, but no time to omit! I do like how the vest brings down the formality of the rest of the suit.

• Shirt — DS-010 (Charles Tyrwhitt) | CPW: $2.78. A crisp white CT spread-collar French-cuff dress shirt in Burlington-weave twill. Two-ply cotton with a non-iron finish and soft hand, featuring a 5.5" spread collar perfect for today's Half Windsor knot. The mother-of-pearl buttons and adjustable square-edge French cuffs elevate this workhorse into board-meeting territory while maintaining all-day comfort.

• Undershirt — US-001 (True Classic) | CPW: $1.32. A snug-fit white crew-neck undershirt in cotton/polyester blend with light drape. The regular fabric weight provides just enough coverage without bulk, while True Classic's form-fitting cut prevents bunching under the tucked dress shirt. Perfect opacity management for the medium-high opacity twill.

• Vest — VWC-007 (Joseph Abboud) | CPW: $4.67. A khaki linen herringbone vest with silver slide buckle, five-button single-breasted closure, and slot hip pockets. The breathable linen construction is ideal for late-spring warmth while the herringbone pattern adds visual interest. Note: no chest pocket means no pocket square or pen today.

• Slacks — SL-014 (Joseph Abboud) | CPW: $12.08. Black wool slacks with a subtle dark gray pencil stripe, delivering the polish of formal suit trousers with understated pattern interest. The belt-only anchors coordinate perfectly with today's burgundy belt choice. The timeless black foundation creates striking contrast against the khaki vest.

• Tie — NT-041 (Fort Belvedere) | CPW: $23.57. The navy untipped grenadine silk tie from Fort Belvedere — a true garza fina masterpiece. Hand-finished 3-fold construction at 3.5" width and 58.5" length, this textured navy grenadine represents the pinnacle of business-formal neckwear. The matte finish and open weave catch light beautifully while projecting understated executive authority. Recommended Knot: Half Windsor (youtube)

• Belt — B-016 (Johnston & Murphy) | CPW: $34.97. A burgundy genuine leather belt with gold buckle from Johnston & Murphy, measuring 1.25" width. The rich burgundy creates intentional coordination with the wingtip oxfords, while the gold buckle adds a warm-metal accent that ties together the outfit's color story.

• Footwear — DSh-012 (Johnston & Murphy) | CPW: $5.00. Burgundy leather wingtip oxfords with Goodyear welt construction and medallion toe cap. Classic American broguing adds visual interest appropriate for internal meetings, while the burgundy patina coordinates beautifully with the belt. Toe taps protect the leather sole investment.

• Socks — DSo-071 (Il Regalo) | CPW: $3.30. Over-the-calf wool and silk socks in navy with mid-blue shadow stripes from Il Regalo. The navy base ties directly to the grenadine tie, creating intentional vertical coordination from collar to cuff. The snug fit ensures excellent stay-up performance throughout all-day internal meetings.

• Cufflinks — CL-021 (Unnamed) | CPW: $1.55. Onyx rectangle cufflinks with diamond mount on top and brushed gold border. The T-bar mechanism provides secure closure while the black onyx complements the black slacks. The gold border coordinates with the belt buckle and tie bar, maintaining a cohesive warm-metal palette.

• Tie Bar — TA-004 (Unnamed) | CPW: $1.61. A gold-plated tie bar featuring an elegant bird, flowers, and lines pattern. The clamp mechanism holds the grenadine securely at the ideal position, while the gold finish continues the warm-metal theme established by the belt buckle and cufflinks.

• Watch — W-005 (Fossil) | CPW: $4.99. The Fossil Pearson Multifunction Quartz with a stunning hunter green sunray dial and Havana leather strap. Day, date, and 24-hour subdials add functional sophistication, while the warm brown strap coordinates with the burgundy/oxblood accessory palette. The unique green dial adds a subtle pop of color without competing with the outfit's earth tones.

• Business Card Case — BCC-004 (Fort Belvedere) | CPW: $2.85. An oxblood leather bifold business card case with surprising turquoise goat velour interior and metal clasp from Fort Belvedere. The oxblood exterior creates perfect coordination with the belt and wingtips, while the turquoise interior provides a delightful surprise when presenting cards during internal meetings.

• Fragrance — FR-004 (Roberto Ugolini Derby) | CPW: $1.58. Derby Extrait — a sophisticated aromatic green woody fragrance. Herbal notes, green facets, woods, and light spices create a herbaceous sensation rich with refinement. Moderate projection lasting 6-8 hours is office-safe and perfect for internal team meetings, projecting understated, quietly sophisticated elegance.

• Ring — R-001 (Ellie's Jewelry) | CPW: $1.39. Platinum wedding band with diamond accents. The constant that anchors every outfit.

💰 Total Cost Per Wear for Today's Outfit: $101.66

🎨 Outfit Color Story & Coordination Notes:

This outfit employs a sophisticated warm-metal and earth-tone coordination strategy:

Primary Foundation: White shirt + Navy grenadine tie + Black slacks creates a timeless business foundation
Warm Accent Layer: Burgundy belt ↔ Burgundy wingtips ↔ Oxblood business card case
Metal Harmony: Gold belt buckle → Gold cufflink border → Gold tie bar
Textural Contrast: Smooth twill shirt vs. textured grenadine silk vs. linen herringbone vest
Color Bridge: Navy socks with blue shadow stripe connect the navy tie to the lower half
Seasonal Freshness: The khaki linen vest and hunter green watch dial add late-spring warmth

The Joseph Abboud khaki vest adds an unexpected but refined warmth to the classic navy/white/black combination, while the burgundy/oxblood accessories create a cohesive secondary color story that bridges brown and red tones. The hunter green watch dial provides a subtle nature-inspired accent that complements without competing.

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