Hat: Trilby (Stanton) Overcoat: Black Wool/Cashmere (Woolcott Street) Suit: Black Merino Wool (Woolcott Street) Dress Shirt: White (Woolcott Street) Tie: Black (Unknown) Pocket Square: White Satin (Unknown) Ring: Gold Custom Signet (Royal Signet) Watch: Gold/White Tank Dial (Seiko) Socks: Navy Blue (Brooks Brothers) Shoes: Black Oxfords (Woolcott Street) Fragrance: Ombre Leather EDP (Tom Ford)

So timeout night my wife and I are going to an evening of Jazz, it will be heavy on Louis Armstrong and Frank Sinatra. I have put the attached outfit together, I am tossing up as to weather I wear the tie or not. If I loose the tie I will also change the pocket square to a tidier TV or Presidential fold. GPT tells me Yes, this outfit works very well for that kind of evening—stylish, slightly vintage, and elegant without being too formal. Quick breakdown: - **Navy velvet blazer + light blue shirt**: Great combo. Velvet adds a jazz-club vibe and evening texture; blue shirt keeps it classic and Sinatra-esque. - **Black trousers**: Clean, sharp, and lets the blazer and accessories stand out. - **Burgundy loafers, belt, tie, pocket square**: The burgundy accents are cohesive and rich, very appropriate for night and pair nicely with navy. Good balance of color without looking loud. - **Hat**: Perfect nod to that old-school jazz / crooner aesthetic, as long as it fits your face shape and is worn with confidence. A couple of optional refinements: - You might consider **either the tie or the pocket square as the main statement**, and keep the other slightly more subdued (e.g., a textured burgundy square instead of shiny, or a darker tie) so it doesn’t feel too “matched set.” - Make sure the **shoe leather and belt tone are close** so they look intentional. - If the venue is more relaxed, you could skip the tie, unbutton the top button, and let the velvet blazer and hat carry the look. Overall: very appropriate, stylish, and thematically on point for a Louis Armstrong / Frank Sinatra jazz evening. What do you think?

Hi all Forgive me if I posted in this before, but I am seeking recommendations on makers of refined leather satchels. It will be my bag for the rest of my working life, so it should be well made with excellent leather. It can be either a fold over top or clasping top, as long as it can keep out water. Should strap and luggage strap are preferred. Even if you just have a manufacturer that you know has great men’s bags, that would help. Many thanks!

Today was clean up/take down day at the convention. Made some good contacts and have some new opportunities to explore. Got going so early and rushed, forgot to share this earlier. The shirt, Thoery The jeans, Daniel Cremieux The shoes, Allen Edmonds The scent, Creed Oud Zarian The watch, Shinola The hair, by me. Make it a good day.