WIWT

[DapperTexan]

I agree with all your points. I didn't even consider tan/cognac shoes; was excited about wearing boots and especially the Grensons today. This WIWT sticky is helping me realize what I may need to donate or sell, e.g. some brown AE brogued cap-toe bluchers

Stafford Deacons would have done just fine here... $40.

Also put me in the camp that finds little redeeming qualities in that watch strap. Nylon straps have their charm, but that one looks out of place (and even in a summery outfit I'd still be "meh" on it).

[LesserBlackDog]

Sweater- Rountree & Yorke (Dillard's)
Pants- Bonobos summer weight navy
Belt- Original Penguin
Boots- Grenson Alfred
Wrist wear- Citizen Eco Drive on Jcrew strap; unbranded

Sweater, pants, good. Tan/Cognac shoes would have been better. Watch band is a not great with this IMO.

I think the boots are fine. The watch strap strikes me as too garish, both for the muted colors of this particular outfit and perhaps for general use - something like burgundy or maybe this darker red and navy strap would look more neutral, but still provide a bit of color/visual interest.

[DuFrank]

I think the boots are fine. The watch strap strikes me as too garish, both for the muted colors of this particular outfit and perhaps for general use - something like burgundy or maybe this darker red and navy strap would look more neutral, but still provide a bit of color/visual interest.

A burgundy strap would be awesome, maybe in a herringbone pattern with some texture to it too.
That brings up a point-- I've found myself by accident looking for a different sense of style each season just by what I purchase or pull out of the closet. This summer was louder patterns, less accessories.
This fall is looking to be more muted patterns/colors but much more texture. The watch strap is gonna fall by the wayside once I see something that fills the autumn gap I'm looking for. Again the burgundy is a great recommendation

[JDI]

A burgundy strap would be awesome, maybe in a herringbone pattern with some texture to it too.
That brings up a point-- I've found myself by accident looking for a different sense of style each season just by what I purchase or pull out of the closet. This summer was louder patterns, less accessories.
This fall is looking to be more muted patterns/colors but much more texture. The watch strap is gonna fall by the wayside once I see something that fills the autumn gap I'm looking for. Again the burgundy is a great recommendation

Buy the Deacons!!!
http://www.jcpenney.com/stafford-dea...ncharset=UTF-8

[LesserBlackDog]

A burgundy strap would be awesome, maybe in a herringbone pattern with some texture to it too.
That brings up a point-- I've found myself by accident looking for a different sense of style each season just by what I purchase or pull out of the closet. This summer was louder patterns, less accessories.
This fall is looking to be more muted patterns/colors but much more texture. The watch strap is gonna fall by the wayside once I see something that fills the autumn gap I'm looking for. Again the burgundy is a great recommendation

http://www.suigeneric.com/products/solid-burgundy

This one is kinda cool. Waxed cotton. A bit pricey for a strap.

[DapperTexan]

Better late than never...
Jacket: Peter Millar
Shirt: S&M
Tie: Frank & Oak
Pants: BR
Pocket Square: don't remember
Socks: Etiquette Theory by way of Bespoke Post
Shoes: BR
Watch: Orient

[hornsup84]

A burgundy strap would be awesome, maybe in a herringbone pattern with some texture to it too.
That brings up a point-- I've found myself by accident looking for a different sense of style each season just by what I purchase or pull out of the closet. This summer was louder patterns, less accessories.
This fall is looking to be more muted patterns/colors but much more texture. The watch strap is gonna fall by the wayside once I see something that fills the autumn gap I'm looking for. Again the burgundy is a great recommendation

I think that's a common view. My summer style is definitely more garish and brighter than my fall/winter style, mostly because in the summer I wear a lot more casual outfits where it's easier to mix in brighter colors or bolder patterns. Fall/winter (to me) call for a more subdued style.

[DuFrank]

Better late than never...
Jacket: Peter Millar
Shirt: S&M
Tie: Frank & Oak
Pants: BR
Pocket Square: don't remember
Socks: Etiquette Theory by way of Bespoke Post
Shoes: BR
Watch: Orient

Big fan of the jacket and tie

[fiftyforfifty]

What a great watch and beautiful pocket square

[JBarwick]

Boring wet weather fit.

Sweater: Christian Berg
Shirt: Brooks Brothers
Tie: Merona
Pants: BRF
Shoes: Hugo Boss (first pair of shoes over $100)

[JDI]

Work, work, work...On the road then to retirement party tonight.



Suit - Combatant Gent
Shirt - Lands End
Tie - The Tie Bar
Belt - Marc NY
Shoes - Kenneth Cole
Time-X

[sskim3]

Interview in Cali in an hour.

Ted Baker suit
Jpress shirt
Seize sue veight 7-fold tie
AE shoes
Uniqlo socks

[JBarwick]

Good luck [MENTION=14309]sskim3[/MENTION] ! Deets on the tie brand when you return. I love the texture.

[connersw]

[MENTION=13537]JDI[/MENTION] Not usually a fan of horizontal stripes, but I really like that shirt. Works perfectly with the tie/PS. Super sharp look all around. One of my favorites.

[MENTION=14309]sskim3[/MENTION] Are you the interviewer or the interviewee? If it is the latter, good luck. I like the look as an over-all fit, but in the future, you may want to consider a blue (trustworthy) or red (power) tie if you are getting interviewed. The muted colors may give the interviewer the impression that your personality is dull and withdrawn. When you have a short time to make a good first impression, you want to come off as vibrant (but not too loud) and ready to work and collaborate with everyone.

PS: I thought I read earlier you strictly adhered to the belt match the shoes rule. What about the socks match the pants rule? I don't mind a little pattern, but blue socks with charcoal pants is a deal breaker for me.

[DuFrank]

Jacket- CombatGent
OCBD- Cremeiux (Dillards)
Chinos- Bonobos
Belt- Joe Abboud (Nordstrom Rack)
Shoes- Beckett Simonon
Socks- Happy Socks
Watch- C Ward C60 Trident on Hirsch Modena strap