Here is another outfit I built around another of the vintage ties I picked up yesterday. I don't think it is a real Ralph Lauren tie since the logo is actually backwards, but it still looks sharp and I got a great deal on it. I wore a Charles Tyrwhitt tattersall shirt, Ralph Lauren navy blazer, white w/ navy border ps, grey slacks, navy socks, and burgundy tassel loafers to complete the look. The outerwear I donned included a brown leather flatcap, and the same camel overcoat from this morning's OOTD. The piano piece is called "Gavot" (a "dance") and was composed by William Boyce.

Up early to head to El Paso for Meetings. OOTD: - black OCBD with company logo - Grey zip up sweater vest - Brown leather belt - Slim fit blue jeans - Brown lace up boots - Brown Racer leather jacket.

Stress doesn't come from money, time, or circumstance. Stress comes from neglecting the things that are in your control. What you eat. What you drink. How much you move. What you consume mentally. The hours you sleep. The people you surround yourself with. The effort you give. The standards you hold. When you exercise control in these areas... Your stress will disappear because your life will feel manageable. When you don't... Everything feels overwhelming. You don’t need better circumstances. You need discipline. ...and you need discipline over all of the elements that are in your control. So stop obsessing over shit you can’t change. Focus on what you can. Peace will not come from comfort. It will come from addressing the elements in your control in an urgent, aggressive, and uncompromising way. Daily. Make this commitment today and every day moving forward. Life will get a lot better for you once you do. ~ Andy Frisella

"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.

While running an errand yesterday, I stopped in at one of my favorite little vintage shops and picked up a few new (used) ties. I was looking for some colors I don't have yet to round out my collection, and among those colors is purple. My criteria is strict: silk material, no tears or snags, stains, nor obnoxious, overly novel patterns. I chose to wear my Jack Victor super 120s wool suit as the base for this tie, and also a burgundy odd vest. To maintain cohesion and suited formality, I chose not to add in too many other colors or patterns, as it can be a bit difficult to pair an odd vest with a suit. The outfit was finished with burgundy tassel loafers from Allen Edmonds, burgundy watch, blue pocket square, and camel colored wool overcoat.