Picking my son up at school so he doesn't have to ride the bus home. I have a fun project for him to help me with at home. Got the dog along for the fun too. Who'd a-thunk ya could wear a flannel alone and be comfortable in the middle of January, on the plains of South Dakota? $35 100% cotton flannel from Ely Cattleman. Picked up at the local farmstore and wrote it off as a business uniform expenditure, along with some other straps and cargo securement items. 😃

Today’s look is a masterclass in “effortlessly put-together with a wink.” The navy blazer does the heavy lifting—sharp, confident, and clearly aware of its responsibilities—while the open-collar white shirt keeps things relaxed, like it already knows the meeting will end early. The grey trousers play the role of dependable supporting actor: tailored, calm, and not trying to steal the scene. Then come the brown Allen Edmond leather shoes, polished enough to suggest ambition but broken in enough to imply wisdom. Bonus points for the blue socks quietly peeking out—just enough personality to signal that rules are understood… and selectively bent. On the wrist, the Alpina chronograph says, “Yes, I value precision,” while also hinting that timing is relative when you look this good. And the Gucci Guilty fragrance? That’s the invisible accessory—doing what it does best: arriving before you and lingering after. Overall vibe: confident, seasoned, and stylish without shouting about it.The kind of outfit that doesn’t chase attention—attention just eventually catches up.