I'm 79 years old and healthy. Was a 38-inch waist, but after losing some weight and having hernia surgery that significantly reduced the size of my stomach, I'm now down to about a 34-inch waist. I also shortened my pant length by two inches and bought new size 34 slacks. The problem is that the new slacks keep sliding down. Even when I tighten my belt, it doesn't seem to help. And almost nothing in the pockets.

Brooks Brothers label on Blue Blazer sleave. Should I snipe it off?

I am 77 and six feet tall. I am and looking for advice on a coat that fits my style without screaming “cowboy.” I’ve been considering a short duster or field duster, maybe even a jean jacket—but I’m not sure a jean jacket would be appropriate for business appointments over my blue blazer. For context: I usually wear a solid shirt, as per Antonio, due to my age, a straw flat hat (without ridges), a bolo tie with a gold horse (to cover my turkey neck), and blue chino pants from Brooks Brothers. I already own a cashmere full-length overcoat, a classic trench coat—but none of those feel right with my new western-leaning look. I also have a sharp leather jacket, and I do not need a Harrington. What would you recommend I consider that would look sharp and professional, but still feel true to my style?

Take a look at my photo. This is my standard business look as a 77 year old, top gun, Realtor still going strong and loving it. Solid Brooks Brothers, shirts as per Antonio, due to my age. When I lost 20lbs, I got a goose neck. So I closed up the shirt and started wearing a bolo. The gold horse is a hit and makes me somewhat comfortble with the bolo. Hence, now that I look western, a western style flat top straw hat, suggested by this community, completed my attire with blue, Brook Brothers chinos. However, I wear very comfortable, classy blue and white checked SMS tennis shoes. And now I want to wear something very comfortable but a bit more formal and a bit of western style. Occasionally, for very casual occasions, I wear actual moccasins. I sold my 2023 Camry, and depending on the appointment, I drive a cute 2003 Mercedes hardtop convertible in the summer and a slightly beat up 2000 Toyota 4 runner in the winter.

I am 77 years old, 6’ tall, and live near Denver Colorado. A western state with cowboys in rural areas. Which is about 85% of the state’s geographic area. Do not want to pretend I am a cowboy. Will wear it with jeans, an Ariat shirt, and a generic belt buckle as my casual outfit. Maybe skip the belt buckle? Low key, but do not want the hat to attract additional attention like a Taco hat would. One that the cowboys would respect. Probaby tan in color. Thank you