A good friend and brother captured this picture of my transformation. I was taken back to see where I was and where I am today. Not that my time with the Christian Motorcycle Ministry was bad, but rather to remind me where I was and when I was trying to find and figure who I am. I have so many people to thank who have encouraged me and has helped me in my journey to becoming a gentleman. It's so much more than dressing in style or looking nice, which I thought it was. It is a lifestyle and a way of life that you are not given as a birth right, but rather a conscious decision you make and a journey that has no end. It is a continuous evolution of growing and learning that unfortunately too many view as too tedious or not worth the effort. But when you get the opportunity to look back or someone captures the moment, you see what this was all about.

So on this Fun Fit Friday I am trying out one of the outfits I intend to take away to Japan at the end of September. The brown crew neck is one of the 3 new tops I purchased specifically for the trip, it is a long shiny knitted cotton top, one I can layer or just wear as an inbetween piece. Being brown it should go with pretty much everything I am taking away, which is mainly Green, Blue and Browns, I went for a little drive to find a nice place for photos, this “art work” is in the new area they are building in Googong as our little township grows, I tried a fun little photo in the first shot, but as you can see I stood a little to close to the edge of the frame. Still I was able to get my fun little photo and when I redo something similar I will make sure I set my Left and Right arcs better 🤭 Todays outfit (that will be going to Japan) consists of; Oxford Woolrich Mason Overcoat in Dark Olive Brixton Brood Snap Cap in Oatmeal and Charcoal houndstooth M.J. Bale Sinatra Chore Suit in Empire Green crafted from 100% Egyptian cotton in a tanker twill fabric Aere Lightweight Organic Cotton Crew Neck Knit in Chocolate Anson Signature Strap in Chocolate with a Traditional unmetal buckle with a curve OTAA Spiculus Tiger’s Eye Gladiator Helm Bracelet OTAA Mr Fox Mint Green Socks Sparrods & Co Oslo Double Monk in Espresso SOTD - Versace EROS Flame WOTD - Praesidus Victory Sands in Cream and Won from TWB

Most men think they know why they look bad in a blazer. They blame the wrong size. The wrong brand. Or they tell themselves they're just "not a blazer guy." The real reasons? Hiding in the details and almost nobody talks about them.

Gentlemen, here are a few standout posts from the RMRS community this week. 👏 Big shoutout to @Chad Smith for “OOTD - Monday 17 August” and the thoughtful way he connected his bow-tie choice to a busy day with friends and celebrating his daughter’s school achievement. It made the outfit post feel personal and showed how style can reflect the moments that matter. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/ootd-monday-17-august 👏 Shoutout to @Warner Smith for “It's been a while.....checking in to show some progress” and for sharing an honest update alongside the progress on his project. The openness invited meaningful encouragement and made the community conversation more genuine. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/its-been-a-whilechecking-in-to-show-some-progress 👏 Shoutout to @Jeffrey Plotka for “Midweek Intentional Check In” and the reminder that dressing well can be a deliberate choice, even during a full day of work, meetings, and family commitments. It sparked a strong conversation around intention and personal presentation. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/midweek-intentional-check-in 👏 Shoutout to @Dr. Jason Cole for “OOTD-CW - 19 August 2026” and for sharing a real-life check-in while still finding a way to approach the day with purpose. It brought relatable context to the OOTD format and encouraged fellow members to engage. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/ootd-cw-19-august-2026 👏 Shoutout to @Brian McGuire for “Birthplace of faith and tweeds” and the travel-rich outfit update from his time around Oban and Iona. The post blended practical packing, heritage style, and a memorable personal setting that members clearly enjoyed.