Too windy. Too cloudy. Beach plans officially vetoed by Mother Nature. But quitting on style? That’s not very South Texas of me. So instead, I leaned fully into the South Texas gentleman aesthetic—because if the sun won’t show up, I will. I’ve got my well-loved brown Lucchese cowboy boots on the ground, crisp blue jeans doing what they do best, and a classic black tee holding down the fort under a rich brown corduroy Levi’s pearl snap. Effortlessly cool, with just enough “I know a good taco spot” energy. Topping it off is my wide-brimmed brown Stetson—equal parts shade, swagger, and “yes ma’am.” On the wrist, the Casio G-Shock Mudmaster GG-B100 (the olive green strap, because details matter). Tough enough for the brush, the bar, or whatever South Texas throws my way. Finished the look with a hit of Infrared Spicebomb—because even cloudy days deserve a little heat. All together, it’s an outfit that says I’m ready for anything: a cold beer on the island, a surprise two-step under palm trees, or just standing my ground against coastal wind like a true South Texan should. P. S. If looks as if I’m hanging from an iron-linked steel chain pardon my lovely wife who still hasn’t caught on how to correctly frame a photo.

You might recall my post from a couple of weeks ago when I lamented about a sweet pair of Allen Edmond Oxfords that I had found at a thrift store.They were too small for me, sadly, so even with the unbelievably low price, I left them and walked away. Well, a couple of days ago, I was in the same store and surprisingly, they were still there. They were still loudly calling my name, but I knew they didn’t fit, so it made absolutely no sense for me to spend the roughly $10 to buy them. But, they finally broke through my sartorial defenses, and with another 20% off, they came home with me! Add to them some reconditioning cream, some Safir polish, a topcoat of clear wax and some new strings, and I am now the proud owner of some gorgeous shoes that I still cannot wear! But they’re sure pretty! Can anyone here wear size 8D?

"Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; remember what you have now was once among the things you only hoped for." Epicurus Have a great day brothers. This quote to me is you for not have to keep up with your neighbors. Be grateful for what you have. Most importantly know the difference between needs and wants.

Morning walk. Although it’s in the 50’s and windy, the view is hard to beat.

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.