Sorry for disappearing, everyone. Work has been killing me, but I lived long enough to make it to vacation. I’m in Paris, and because of all the pickpocket warnings, I only brought my Elevon. Now I’m thinking I should have packed a few more watches. Rookie travel-watch mistake. So far, I’ve mostly been wearing Henleys and AG five-pockets or jeans because of the heat. Not exactly Paris runway, but survival has a dress code. I’m just glad I got here after the 44°C weather. That’s 111°F, which is less “vacation” and more “slow-roasting in a linen shirt.” I stopped into a Swatch store and checked out the Swatch x Omega MoonSwatch Moonphase and the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms collab. The Moonphase was way nicer than I expected. It did not feel plasticky. It felt solid, and the strap was actually comfortable. The Fifty Fathoms surprised me too. Very nice in person. A 90-hour power reserve on a 400 euro watch is kind of insane. Solid feel, nice strap, and oddly, sapphire on the back but not the front. So yes, Paris is dangerous. Not because of pickpockets. Because now I want more watches.

This suit I hade made in 1995. It is the same design of Classic timeless menswear Ive worn since around 1980. In fact at Harold’s it was the only model we sold: 3 buttons with a 2 button roll, double forward pleats, cuffed trousers. It’s a design that basically harkens back at least 90 years. For accessories I chose a white with blue stripe CT shirt and a Brooks Brother’s goldish yellow tie, black captoes and a 1940’s Bulova watch. Regarding pleats- pleats roll in and out of the fashion world but have remained a staple of classic tiles style for a very long time. The forward pleat (see pic where a manufacturer mislabels reverse pleats provided) are my favorite. They are less common but when they armed nice and deep they have such a superior silhouette to the reverse pleats. They don’t look as bunched up especially when sitting. The secret for pleats to work is to never wear them too low on the waist. If I were having a new suit made I would keep with this timeless design. Very few stores still sell the 3/2 roll coat, J Press being one of the few. However for the double front pleat J Press sticks with the single. Ben Silver keeps the classic double. Ralph Lauren and a few manufacturers like Samuelsohn still has them as well.

Just to keep with the solid tie theme, since I discussed yesterday navy w green thought I would demonstrate. With the green accent in the microdot in the shirt it’s a bit more coordinated (less inspired) than harmonized but the two colors harmonize well irrespectively. • navy HSM blazer • CT microdot navy and green shirt • CT green grenadine silk tie • navy w green pocket square • steel blue trousers • Pantherella blue socks • shell cordovan Alden tassels (1982) • Weneger fooled watch w navy and green nato band

Meetings in Albuquerque and Santa Fe NM today. Also, I have a contractor Product Knowledge training I am doing this afternoon. - khaki button down with company logos - Brown leather belt - Navy slim fit Chinos - Brown lace up boots - Bulova Marine Star watch - SOTD- Spice Bomb Night Vision

Gentlemen, it's Monday and that means fresh deals for your wardrobe! 🔥 I've scoured the best DTC brands this week and found some serious markdowns on pieces that'll level up your style without emptying your wallet. 1. Essex Jackets – Peter Manning NYC - Product name: Essex Jackets (Master Collection) - Store: Peter Manning NYC - Original price: $450\.00 - Sale price: $295\.00 - Discount: 34% off (markdown, no code needed) - Why it's a good deal: Peter Manning is the go-to for guys under 5'10" who want proper fit without a tailor. The Essex jacket is a sharp, structured blazer at nearly $155 off — rare to see their core suiting drop this deep. - Link: https://petermanningnyc.com/products/master-essex-jackets 2. Frontier Boots – Thursday Boots - Product name: Frontier Boots in Arizona Adobe (Seconds) - Store: Thursday Boots - Original price: $220\.00 - Sale price: $129\.00 - Discount: 41% off (markdown, no code needed) - Why it's a good deal: Thursday's Frontier is their rugged lace-to-toe workhorse boot. At $129 these are nearly half off — an absolute steal for Goodyear-welted boots that'll last years. - Link: https://thursdayboots.com/products/_thrscnd_frontier-arizona-adobe 3. AO Polo – Cuts Clothing - Product name: AO Polo in Pacific Blue Signature-Fit PYCA Pro® - Store: Cuts Clothing - Original price: $72\.00 - Sale price: $40\.00 - Discount: 44% off (markdown, no code needed) - Why it's a good deal: Cuts' PYCA Pro fabric is their premium performance material — wrinkle-resistant, breathable, and sharp enough for date night or the office. Forty bucks for a polo that normally runs $72 is a no-brainer. - Link: https://cutsclothing.com/products/ao-polo-pacific-blue 4. Shawl Collar Wrap Sweater – Tecovas - Product name: Men's Shawl Collar Wrap Sweater in Black Wool