April 2012
8 posts
The Dirty Guv'nahs Play tomorrow Night in D.C.
If you have plans cancel them! If you are not at the Red Palace tomorrow night you will miss out on the show of a lifetime. Come out and see this band, you wont regret it.
Get Tickets here:
http://redpalacedc.com/calendar/the-dirty-guvnahs-2/
-The Gentleman
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When is it appropriate to start wearing my...
They say there’s a sucker born ever minute, but don’t be conned by pedantic sartorial regulations. The Memorial Day through Labor Day restriction is a bit stifling. Certainly, today’s standards would allow for a fine seersucker ensemble on Derby Day. One would never be expected to sweat through My Old Kentucky Homein wool.
The true thermometer for appropriate dress is temperature; when things...
Awesome Shirt
Here is a great outfit. I came across this polo and had to share it. Its a great shirt to wear to both the office and on the weekend. I would wear this with jeans or khaki shorts.
Victorinox - L/S Polo w/ Woven Collar ($109.99)
-The Gentleman
Combo
Kenneth Cole Reaction Cufflinks ($42)
Michael Kors Silk & Linen Tie ($49.50)
-The Gentleman
“All great change in America begins at the dinner table.”
– Ronald Reagan
March 2012
54 posts
Weekend Warrior
Bill’s Khakis ‘Parker’ Flat Front Shorts ($78.50)
Broken-in pocket polo ($29.50)
Sperry Top-Sider Men’s Tarpon Boat Shoe ($89.95)
-The Gentleman
“What we don’t talk about enough is Ohio’s unique and remarkable...”
– Bob Taft
Be in Ohio this weekend.
Spring Belts
Rag & bone Leather and Plaid Fabric Belt ($125)
Brooks Brothers Anchor Needlepoint Belt ($198)
Ovadia & Sons Canvas Belt ($75)
Braided leather gent’s belt ($48)
-The Gentleman
“Baseball was, is and always will be to me the best game in the world.”
– Babe Ruth
Poll: Final Four #2 →
Vote for logger head apparel!
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Some Great Ties for the Spring
J. Crew Kittery-check tie ($59.50)
Social Primer Reversible Bow Tie ($65)
Multi Warp Check Slim ($79.50)
Social Primer Reversible Bow Tie: Herringbone ($65)
-The Gentleman
Cutting Cigars - How to cut a cigar
A CIGAR SHOULD BE CUT JUST ABOVE THE CAP LINE, RIGHT BEFORE THE CURVED END OF THE CIGAR STARTS TO STRAIGHTEN OUT.
The objective is to create an aperture that ensures a smooth opening for smoking without damaging the structure. A double or single bladed cutter, a special cigar scissor or a punch cutter with a circular blade are all different styles of cigar cutters.
THE PIERCE: A simple small...
“Conformity is the jailer of freedom and the enemy of growth.”
– JFK
Combo - Opening week
Baseball starts this week with a series in Japan. I am excited not only for the Nationals this year but for my favorite team…The Reds. Here is a solid combo for the office.
Tokens & Icons MLB Baseball Cuff Links ($170)
Salvatore Ferragamo blue baseball and cap ($144)
-The Gentleman
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Weekend Warrior
What I will be wearing this weekend.
Dockers Men’s - Khaki Short ($30)
Loggerhead Bellwether Polo ($68)
Timberland ‘classic boat’ shoe ($167)
-The Gentleman
Love this shirt
Oxford shirt in Hagen ($29.99)
Nightcap - Blind Pilot
Ingredients:
1 oz Jim Beam White Label bourbon
1 oz Vya sweet vermouth
1 oz Galliano
Preparation:
In a shaker add all ingredients.
Pour into a martini glass.
“The best thing one can do when it’s raining is to let it rain.”
– Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Wayfarer
Even tho it really isn’t too sunny out today spring is upon us. Here are some of my favorite sunglasses, wayfarers.
Folding Wayfarer ($150)
Ray-Ban Printed Wayfarer Sunglasses ($250.67)
-The Gentleman
“Baseball is ninety percent mental and the other half is physical.”
– Yogi Berra - is it baseball season yet?
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Collar Stays
No matter what you always should wear collar stays. This seems simple but it is pretty simple to forget to put them on. I invested in metal collar stays a couple years ago and never looked back. I bought some to put in my brief case, desk, and take some when I travel. Your boss at one time will forget them so it doesn’t hurt to not only cover your own ass but to have some for him.
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Combo
After spending the weekend in Georgia, I am feeling lovin some bow ties right now.
Indian Head Penny Cufflinks ($47.50)
Robert Talbott ‘Flower Circle’ Bow Tie ($85)
-The Gentleman
“I am back from vacation…sorry all more posts to follow.
A vacation is...”
– Earl Wilson
“Bravery never goes out of fashion.”
– William Makepece Thackeray
Nightcap - The Presbyterian
The Presbyterian is one of those classic cocktails that is subject to interpretation. Despite its simple list of three ingredients, there are many variations. Some recipes will use ginger ale while others substitute it for 7-up or another other lemon-lime soda. On the base liquor side, one thing is for sure, whiskey is necessary, but whether that be bourbon, rye or a good-old blended whiskey is...
The Blue Blazer - Great for Recess.
Just like everyone else I love recess and love not wearing a suit. Just because you are not in a suit doesn’t mean you need to lose all sense of fashion. Here is a great outfit combo that you can wear during the day and transition into happy hour.
Theory Two Button Sport Coat ($525)
White washed Oxford casual classic fit shirt ($59)
Citizens Of Humanity ($138)
Mercanti...
Combo
Everyone should own a set of mercury dime cufflinks. Here is a great pair for a good price.
Mercury Dime Cufflinks ($95)
J. Crew Mulgrave madras tie ($59.50)
-The Gentleman
“Where liberty is, there is my country.”
– Ben Franklin
Business Card Holder
There is nothing worse than having to dig in your pockets for a business card. A couple years ago after a promotion my father bought me a business card holder and I have used it ever since. Here is a couple that look great and are not that expensive.
Tusk Croc-Embossed Gusseted Business Card Case ($40)
Johnston & Murphy Bifold Card Case ($52)
-The Gentleman
Weekend Warrior
Oxford shirt in Downing plaid ($39.99)
Citizens Of Humanity ($202)
Cole Haan Paul Winter ($119.99)
Tucker Blair Needle Point Belt ($95)
St Patty's Day is about a week away
Let’s keep this simple, St. Patty’s day equals getting pretty drunk on Jamison and Guinness. No matter if you plan on going to the pub or going to a house party, you need to look your best. Here is a cool St Patty’s day outfit. Remember there is nothing wrong with the green polo approach.
Green Pants:
EXIGENCY Casual pants ($65)
White Shirt
Relaxed Fit Wrinkle Free...
Nightcap - Red Buffalo
Here is a great drink I order when I am at dinner with friends. If you are going to make it at home you need a good set of glasses.
The Red Buffalo:
The Ingredients:
2 oz. Buffalo Trace bourbon
1/3 oz Green Chartreuse
5 Cherries
2 dashes Peychaud bitters
1 dash simple syrup
The Directions:
Pour chartreuse into ice-filled glass, top up with water and leave to stand. Muddles cherries in...
Combo
Here is the combo of the week. This would look good with a white shirt.
Mother-Of-Pearl Diamond Pattern($65)
Ralph Lauren English Repp Solid Tie($125)
-The Gentleman
