OOTD-CW - 26 October 2026 · Real Men Real Style Community

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OOTD-CW - 26 October 2026

I have a request for you today. The CW (critique welcome) part of my daily post has been reduced sparingly. I truly value critiques that help me learn. My request today is to provide me at least one aspect of the outfit you think can be improved, you don't like for a specific reason, or where I went against a "rule" I may have not known about. Even if it's just "gray and green? meh~", that's totally fine!

OK, here is what I am wearing:

• Blazer — BOJ-009 (Missoni): An Italian olive-wool blazer with subtle micro-herringbone texture, a three-button front, and notched lapels. Its structured shoulders and warm brown lining give the internal-VC outfit distinctive but restrained executive character.

• Shirt — DS-054 (Brisk): A pearl-white, midweight cotton-dobby dress shirt with a classic straight collar and French cuffs. The soft modern-fit shirt provides a formal, quietly textured foundation for the darker green and earthy accessories.

• Undershirt — US-023 (David Archy): A white bamboo-rayon crew-neck undershirt with mid-bicep sleeves and an extra-long torso. Its close fit keeps it discreet beneath the opaque pearl-white shirt.

• Trousers — SL-020 (Joseph Abboud): American-made, heavy wool odd trousers in mid gray and very light gray, featuring a subtle mini-check, high rise, outward double pleats, and 1.5-inch cuffs. Their fuller classic cut and excellent drape balance the blazer’s structured Italian silhouette.

• Tie — NT-080 (Charles Tyrwhitt): A dark-green three-fold silk tie with small repeating silver-gray and white spots, contrast tipping, and hand-finished edges. The restrained pattern adds visual interest on camera while harmonizing naturally with the olive blazer.

• Suspenders — SB-005 (JJ Suspenders): “Autumn Harvest” Y-back suspenders in cocoa brown, cream, and dark brown, finished with gold hardware and leather button loops. The warm palette bridges the olive jacket, gray trousers, gold accessories, and cinnamon-brown shoes.

• Pocket Square — PS-043 (Rampley & Co.): “A White Dragon Ascends” is an art pocket square featuring dramatic white, blue, red, black, and multicolor ukiyo-e imagery. Its silky finish offers a controlled flash of personality against the subdued micro-herringbone blazer.

• Tie Bar — TA-003: A gold-plated clamp tie bar with understated horizontal-line detailing. It reinforces the outfit’s warm metal accents without competing with the patterned tie.

• Footwear — DSh-008 (Thursday Boots): The Saint double monks are cinnamon-brown full-grain leather cap-toe shoes with brass buckles, glove-leather lining, and Blake-stitched leather soles. Their modern shape and warm patina complement the blazer and suspenders while remaining appropriately business formal.

• Socks — DSo-093 (Mes Chaussettes Rouges): Italian knee-high cotton-lisle socks in khaki and burgundy herringbone with a hunter-green upper band. The hand-linked toes and excellent stay-up performance combine traditional dress construction with a discreetly adventurous color story.

• Cufflinks — CL-022: Oval white mother-of-pearl cufflinks set inside brushed-gold open rings with T-bar backs. Their subtle iridescence and classic proportions elevate the French cuffs while echoing the tie bar and suspender hardware.

• Watch — W-010 (Orient): The Orient Bambino Version 8 pairs a striking red sunburst dial with a polished 40.5-mm steel case and dark-brown leather strap. Its in-house automatic movement, weekly-calendar complication, and classic dress-watch styling add a confident warm-toned focal point.

• Ankle Watch — W-001 (Apple): The titanium Apple Watch Series 10 is worn on the ankle solely for health and activity-data collection. It is not visible and is therefore not part of the outfit’s visual harmony.

• Pen — P-006 (Montblanc): The Meisterstück 149 is a black high-gloss precious-resin fountain pen with polished platinum trim and a medium 18-karat gold nib. Filled with Iroshizuku Kon-peki blue ink, it provides an appropriately authoritative writing instrument for leadership meetings.

• Wedding Ring — R-001 (Ellie’s Jewelry): A platinum wedding band accented with diamonds. Its cool, understated brilliance provides a personal counterpoint to the outfit’s predominantly warm gold accessories.

• Business Card Case — BCC-002 (Fort Belvedere): A German-made bifold case in brown bison leather with tan quilted-leather interiors and a structured silver clasp. Its two-sided capacity and rich grain make it both practical and suitably polished for in-person interactions.

• Briefcase — CRY-002 (Carl Friedrik): The Italian-made Palissy Double is a structured chocolate-brown vachetta-leather briefcase with two zipped compartments and brushed-silver hardware. Its refined silhouette, 15-inch laptop sleeve, and travel-ready Smart Holder project a strong professional image without sacrificing organization.

• Wallet — WL-002 (Fort Belvedere): A full-grain bull-hide bifold in antique mahogany and petrol blue, finished with contrasting stitching and a forest-green moiré lining. The rich two-tone construction coordinates with the brown leather accessories while adding color that remains concealed in use.

• Fragrance — FR-029 (Creed): Green Irish Tweed is a classic aromatic fougère built around bergamot, lemon, peppermint, lavender, oakmoss, and woods. Its refined green character suits the olive-and-gray palette and remains polished for both office work and close in-person appointments.

• Eyewear — EW-004 (Randolph): The Concorde sunglasses use polished, 24-karat-gold-plated aviator frames with polarized gray glass lenses and green accents. Personalized with “Dr. Cole,” they provide a distinctive arrival accessory with strong business presence.

• Headwear — HW-011 (Stetson): The Prof is a brown wool-felt pinch-front fedora with a structured crown, medium snap brim, and dark-brown band. It completes the cool-weather arrival look while remaining outside the visual presentation during meetings.

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