Last day of the first half of the year. Old people like me now exclaim, "That's crazy!" Had the realization that client delays on a project now mean I will be doing video interviews of patients from my cruise ship in the Mediterranean. I might need to bring more proper business attire than planned (which was planned to be 1 "just in case" outfit while believing it would not be required). I don't mind it, but do anticipate difficulties with both my wife's tour schedules (not many, given time zones) and internet connectivity while at sea. Fun stuff! I like today's outfit. Lots of blue/brown combo and with different patterns that - to my eye - harmonize. PLEASE do comment either way, but especially if it comes across as busy. • Dress Shirt — DS-034 (Savile Row Company): Navy and white Prince of Wales check in cotton with French cuffs and point collar. The subtle windowpane pattern adds visual interest without overwhelming on camera, while the classic point collar works beautifully with today's tie knot. French cuffs allow for cufflink presentation — essential when meeting in person. Tuesday Rule item: only 6 wears, still at just $7.17 CPW. • Slacks — SL-007 (Santorelli): Tobacco wool in Super 110s, flat-front with regular cuffs and belt loops. Medium drape that falls beautifully without feeling heavy, breaking appropriately between medium and full. These Italian-crafted slacks bring a warm earth tone to anchor the outfit's brown leather accessories. Recently retailored (Q4 2025) to work towards achieving the perfect fit. A wardrobe staple at 27 total wears and now $15 CPW — classic tobacco wool that pairs beautifully with navy blazers. • Odd Jacket — DOJ-010 (Ralph Lauren): Navy wool blazer with gold brass buttons in a 2-button single-breasted configuration. Rope shoulders with high armholes, full polyester lining, small notch lapels, and single rear vent. The slight sheen reads beautifully on video conference. An eBay find at just $59 — now at $8.33 CPW after 6 wears. Classic American blazer excellence.

THE CONTEXT: Today we decided to go on a temple visit. I was thinking of pairing my multicolored textured Tee for some time until I decided to test a look based on the well-known versatility of a denim jacket. THE TOP: A canary yellow-black textured Tee with a white horizontal stripe along the torso. I loved this so much for the vibrant color. I got this about five years ago but only wore twice so far 🙂. I was just not brave enough to carry the sporty look for my age (I am 47, so I thought such colors are reserved for school boys). THE OUTER LAYER: Light-wash denim jacket (Levi's). This is advertised as a trucker jacket, but you will see from the image that it does not have a cropped look. May be my height (5 ft 9 in) is a little short for their factory cut and sewn fabrics. I wear size M (almost) always. THE BOTTOM: Beige MTM chinos with high waist. Finally, I am slowly replacing my wardrobe bottom pieces with MTM high waist ones. I LOVE the old-money style. THE WATCH: Brown belt, gold-on-silver dial frame. This was gifted by my ex-boss, has great sentimental value, and is a workhorse in my wardrobe. THE BELT: Tan (reversible with black). I have punched extra holes to accommodate my reducing waistline (I have been working out religiously for a while 😀). I might punch another hole soon (until the trouser starts rumpling at the waist when I will have to get the trousers also altered - gosh, this is a pain). Btw, hole-free belts like Anson are not reasonably priced in India. So, I will stick with this for a while. THE FOOTWEAR: Tan penny loafers in "nubuck" leather (the layer of tissue beneath the rugged, full-grain layer and above the delicate suede layer). I maintain this by spraying and brushing regularly (using a silicone spray); incidentally, about a month back, a sales guy at a footwear store complemented me for maintaining the shoes (which, surprisingly to me, he thought was rare). THE BRACELET: Brand new aquamarine, which nicely matches the washed look of my jacket.

In the office today but it’s sunny and warm! 🎉🎉 Heading to my alterations tailor today to get some other items adjusted. OOTD- Light blue/dark blue/pink dress shirt Medium blue trousers Blue microdot OTC dress socks Brown Woven Loafers

A day of meetings and negotiations, but decided to work a bit of personality into the accessories- Bespoke navy wool blazer Bespoke wool grey broad striped trousers Bespoke cotton navy bengal striped shirt Vintage silk purple Gucci tie Richard Anderson green silk pocket square Henry Poole Napoleonic crested gilt cufflinks Nobile Italy cotton navy with purple stripe socks Herring Oxford semi-brogues in rosewood calf and grain WOTD my daily DateJust 41 SOTD layering Clive Christian’s Town & Country and Boadicea the Victorious’ Azrak Layering Clive Christian's Town & Country with Boadicea the Victorious' Azrak is an ambitious, high-power luxury pairing that creates a deeply nuanced, aristocratic "blue-herbal" scent profile. While both fragrances are incredibly complex masterworks on their own, they possess specific structural overlaps and contrasting facets that make them brilliant layering partners.

Mondays are hard enough—your wardrobe shouldn’t be. I traded the suit for a navy knit polo and tailored trousers, but I didn’t give up an ounce of professionalism. Looking sharp isn’t about wearing a jacket every day; it’s about wearing clothes that fit well, coordinate well, and quietly communicate confidence. Business casual done right still earns respect before you say a word.