My safety razor set is complete now. Picked up the brush and shave soap at the NEX on base for $6. 🙂

How to Master the Mediterranean-Meets-Texas Casual Look Yes, I used AI to write this simply because it explains it far better than I can. I hope you enjoy. Gentlemen, today we are breaking down a masterful ensemble that hits the ultimate sweet spot in menswear: relaxed sophistication. If you want to know how to perfectly bridge the gap between a breezy Mediterranean sensibility and a touch of rugged Texas casual flair, pay attention. This outfit is a masterclass in the interplay of texture, color harmony, and strategic accessorizing. Here is exactly why this look works and how you can apply these principles to your own wardrobe. 1. The Breathable Foundation: Cream & Windowpane The foundation of this outfit is built on light, airy tones that immediately evoke the feeling of a sunny Mediterranean coastline. We start with a cream-colored, windowpane-patterned jacket layered over a vertically striped polo in a similar hue. Notice the fabric—this isn't a stiff, heavy worsted wool. It’s a lightweight cotton blend. It offers you the masculine silhouette and structure of a tailored jacket, but with a relaxed drape that keeps you comfortable in the heat. The subtle windowpane pattern and vertical stripes add visual interest without fighting for attention. 2. The Anchor: Olive Green Trousers You need a way to ground those lighter tones on top, and this outfit does it brilliantly with rich, olive green trousers. Gentlemen, olive is one of the most underutilized colors in a man's wardrobe. It acts as a rugged, earthy neutral that provides a striking contrast to the cream jacket without being as harsh or predictable as navy or black. It adds depth to the outfit and naturally connects the look to earthy, outdoor elements. 3. The Rugged Refinement: Brown Leather Accents Here is where the "Texas casual" vibe really shines. The look is tied together by strategic accents of rich, warm brown. The foundation is set by the footwear: a pair of polished leather Chelsea boots. Chelsea boots offer a dose of rugged masculinity while remaining sleek and refined enough to elevate the entire outfit. To show intentionality, that warm brown leather is subtly echoed in the pocket square and the faint check of the jacket. It proves that this outfit wasn't just thrown together—it was curated.

Today ended a chapter of my life i started 6 years ago when I signed up to take the LSAT. (It ended up bring the first ever LSAT to be administered remotely due to COVID restrictions). Yesterday I was hooded by one of my favorite professors and today I officially graduated with a Juris Doctorate from the Thurgood Marshall School of Law. While it may not have been fully proper, I left the top few inches of my regalia open showing my tie. The burgundy Oscar de la Renta tie belonged to my father who passed away from lung cancer in Oct 2016. Wearing it through graduation I felt honored his memory and that he would have been proud. I am thus far the first member of my immediate family with a bachelor's degree, and now the first with a professional degree. I was thankful to have the support of my loving wife, two daughters and In-laws throughout this journey who have been motivation and inspiration for one of the longest-path goals of my life. In 87 days, I will take the Texas Bar exam and start the next phase of my life.