So this is my travel uniform when I fly for business. Any advice on improving this uniform while still achieving the simplicity, space-saving, and visual objectives stated below? Ex. I’m thinking of adding dark brown shirts to the mix in fall/winter for a little warmth and variety. Thank you in advance, oh Brotherhood of Style. The jacket alternates between a navy blazer, this navy sport coat, and a light grey, cotton sport coat. In warmer weather, I substitute the medium blue or black button down with a navy or black polo. Always dark wash denim pants. Pocket square rotates based on the jacket and shirt. Boots in fall/winter, loafers in spring/summer. I gravitate toward a monochrome look because 1) I’m vertically compact, and 2) dark colors hold up better while traveling. I never check a bag so this uniform allows me to deal with temperature changes en route, have the jacket ready for business casual receptions, and pack only a suit for business dinners. When I get to my destination, I’ll usually replace the dark shirt and jeans with grey trousers, a light blue/white button down m, and a tie for business casual meetings. Having a travel uniform keeps decision making to a minimum, helps me pack quickly and not forget things, and maximizes use per article.

I’ve been working on this project off and on for several weeks. These started out as beat up, light brown MIM Frye boots that I got on PoshMark for $40. After seeing @John C ’s beautiful custom patina Allen Edmonds, I was inspired. Thanks to @Brian McGuire for the referral to the Shoe Snob; I was further emboldened. I stripped them, dyed them burgundy, added a black patina on the toe and heal, and then conditioned and polished them. I sent them to the local cobbler for new black soles and heels. I’m pretty pleased for a first try. They got a little darker than anticipated when I conditioned them so the black patina is not as prominent as I had hoped. I’ll be putting them through a Boots and Suits awards event in Texas this week. Thanks, John and Brian for the inspiration and info. Thanks to the community for the positive environment.

Just got this guy on the Amazon black friday sale. My first Solar powered watch.

Today I’m wearing my favorite watch again (RADO Florence)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wpVfPs1unP0