Hey everyone, We’re all here to improve how we present ourselves and how we look and come across to others. I’d like to ask you - what was the most important moment or decision that helped you define your personal style? And what are you most proud of on your journey? I know it’s all about experimenting and that everyone has a different path, but I’m curious about your personal experiences. What has been the biggest shift or transformation for you along the way? Thanks a lot for sharing.

I was all ready to start work today, then my wife told me it was Reconciliation day, a Public Holiday in the ACT. We live right on the boarder of the ACT and NSW and my office is in the ACT and I live in NSW. To go along with that one daughter goes to High School in the ACT and the other to Primary School in NSW. This just throws me all out whack at times, but hey Atleast I look good doing it. Todays outfit consists of; Oxford Woolrich Roger Overcoat in Camel M.J. Bale Martello 3-Piece Suit, tailored to a Regular Fit in a sand base colour with a navy pinstripe. Ideal for smart-casual occasions. M.J. Bale Cornelis White Shirt, woven from 100% cotton in a dobby weave Cambridge Paisley Cappuccino Tie OTAA Spiculus Tiger’s Eye Gladiator Helm Bracelet White Howlite is a stone Bracelet Aladdin Socks in a Maroon with Yellow characters and decoration Ecco Vitrus Penny Loafer SOTD - JPG LeMale Parfum WOTD - Tudor Royal 41 with Silver Dial

By way of profound blessing, I still have both sets of grandparents-- and the couple on my mother's side celebrated their 65th (yes, sixty-fifth) anniversary this year. So very early on Thursday morning, we loaded the kids in the van and drove the 11 hours to my old stomping grounds in Illinois. We are here for another day or two doing lots of visiting and catching up. I wanted something cool and comfortable, yet dressed-up casual, so I went with an orange linen shirt, beige Chino shorts, and AE penny loafers. The large white stitching in my belt matches the large white stitching in my watch band (Monterey Kitty Hawk). While Grandpa John (on my father's side, and my own namesake) despises shorts and told me in no uncertain terms I looked like a girl and should have my manhood cut off, I brushed his opinions off and carried on. I've come to view style (especially CTM) as more of a tool and less of an identity. Anyway, today was a bit of a departure from Thursdays more dressed up look with the blazer. Men, life isn't worth being judgmental or voicing strong opinions, and none of us are always right. Have fun, be you, and treasure every moment.

Merino wool navy dress shirt - Proper Cloth Olive merino wool V neck sweater - Barkers Indigo cotton jeans - Levi's