These are my fall/winter shoes for my smart casual evenings. The boots front and center are Iron Rangers by Red Wings. The boots look great, but are a bit too work inspired. The toe box bulges out quite a bit from the side profile. I'm looking for a service boot with a sleek/dressy aesthetic without compromising on quality. I'd appreciate any recommendations, thanks!

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Normally shirts are cotton and trousers are wool. But today when the temps dropped to the mid 40’s f, I went with a super light weight all wool Sir Pendleton southwestern USA colored shirt (turquoise, browns and rusts) and an Orvis deep tan moleskin cotton trouser. It’s also boot earthed so out came the Lucchese smooth Ostrich. The Ernest Borel 1940’s watch made another appearance. And yes this is the third time in a week I have worn my newest tweed coat with the other side of the reversible wool pockets square. This re-poop of the jacket hasn’t been a problem since I have been at completely different venues with completely different people all three times. (You guys of course being the exception). This was the perfect combo to beat the cool morning and sunny mid day.

Travel day. I am flying to Vienna via Boston, which as a United guy is not the best out. I realized afterwards that LAX-LHR-VIE would have been much more efficient. I was up at 3 to finalize preparation and packing. I also figured I had plenty of time to rest between when I woke up at 10am Saturday CEST when I arrive at my hotel. The airport continues to be a place a mixed sartorial chaos but with sufficient green shoots to keep me hopeful. Granted, that's easier to see when folks are flying during the colder months. As for me, I suppose I dressed a bit like everyone else... Today’s travel outfit pairs navy and dark brown with pink, burgundy, and oxblood accents. I’m wearing a blazer that will reappear later in the trip to save luggage space, while keeping today’s tie unique. • Sports Jacket — BOJ-011 (John W. Nordstrom): A mid-brown cashmere-and-silk Glen check sports coat with cream and dark-brown detailing, a matte finish, and a distinctive large-notch lapel. Its tailored, two-button silhouette features moderately padded shoulders, horn buttons, and double vents—bringing warm color and confident pattern to a polished business-casual look. • Shirt — DS-030 (Charles Tyrwhitt): A pink, non-iron cotton shirt in medium-weight 2×2 twill, with a point collar and French cuffs. The soft color brightens the navy blazer while keeping the overall look tailored. • Undershirt — US-016 (True Classic): A lavender cotton-blend crew-neck undershirt with mid-bicep sleeves. A practical, unobtrusive base layer beneath the pink shirt. • Trousers — SL-006 (JW Nordstrom): Dark-brown Italian wool trousers in a medium-weight twill, with a flat front and a regular cut. Their warm tone provides deliberate contrast with the navy blazer. • Tie — NT-029 (Fort Belvedere): A solid burgundy grenadine silk tie, measuring 58½ inches by 3½ inches. Its open texture adds depth without competing with the pocket square’s artwork. • Pocket Square — PS-043 (Rampley & Co.): “A White Dragon Ascends” brings a dramatic ukiyo-e dragon design in white, blue, red, black, and multicolored details. It is the outfit’s expressive accent against the otherwise restrained palette.

Double Breasted Charcoal Grey suit Silk tie Silk pocket square Oxblood full brogue dress shoes Cuff on the pants and Full Windsor tie knot