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2026-06-23 18:11:13 GMT

It’s important to roughly know your ideal measurements when ordering shirts. The alpha sizing (small, medium, large, etc.) leaves so much to be desired and it’s important to check the measurements the brand offers.
For example the European brands are usually going to be much smaller than American brands. I have a Brooks Brothers polo in XL that is bigger than a Lacoste polo I have in XXL. The chest/sleeve opening/sleeve length measurements are all just a tick smaller on the Lacoste, but the length is a full 5 inches shorter.
Find a shirt you really like and take all the standard measurements off of it so you have something to reference when shopping.

2026-06-20 18:59:54 GMT

This short sleeve Ralph Lauren seersucker shirt is an innings eater for me in the summer and one of my favorite shirts. You need a few of these guys on your team if you’re in the south. They’re not anything you’re thrilled to put on in the morning but they’ll get you through the extreme heat in style.
These aren’t hard to find second hand online. I got this for cheap without a flaw.
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2026-06-15 19:16:37 GMT

Unfortunately today many outlet stores aren’t worth it. Outlets used to be where brands sold their defected items and you could get some great deals on quality clothing because of a minor defect no one would ever notice. Today outlet stores are usually a completely different line from that brand. Usually made with cheaper materials and lower overall quality

2026-06-14 22:37:16 GMT

No one tells you this but you can just measure a shirt you like and base future purchases off those measurements

2026-06-13 16:30:36 GMT

You need to thrift old Brooks Brothers and Ralph Lauren pique polos for cheap. They’re the perfect summer shirt if you live somewhere that gets really hot.
Trust me they’re not any warmer than the t-shirt you’d wear instead.
They’re really durable and because you thrifted them for a few bucks you can sweat in them and really beat them up without really caring.
The perfect summer shirt for just running around town with the wife and kids

2026-06-10 03:35:16 GMT

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Absolutely. Obviously this is just me and everyone else could disagree but I think flipping the colors where the hat is red and the logo is white would look even better. I’d say avoid white as the dominant color in a hat just because they collect a ton of sweat and that white turns yellow pretty quick

2026-06-10 03:12:23 GMT

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I’ve got plenty of the 47brand hats that I think look good. Not sure if they let you put your own logo on their hats though? The “clean up” style is mainly what I have

2026-06-10 02:48:44 GMT

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Ben we need a cotton hat

2026-06-10 02:07:28 GMT

Disappointed to report that the Spier and Mackay paper chinos didn’t pass the fit test. The rise is great but the leg is too tight. Still on the hunt for a pair of lightweight chinos

2026-06-05 18:16:06 GMT

Both of these are 30% off on J.Crew’s site right now. I own both and they’re great. If you’re in the market for an alternative to your stone chino shorts or need a great fall/winter pant these fit the bill.
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2026-06-05 16:46:36 GMT

Scooped these up for $30 when Sperry had their big sale last month. These definitely aren’t a pair I’ll wear very often, but for $30 it felt like a must. They’re definitely not anywhere close to a formal shoe but they’ll be a nice pair to add some juice to a casual outfit on the water.
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2026-06-04 15:52:34 GMT

Just found a Brooks Brothers pique polo at the local thrift store for $5. The bottom of the sleeves has a tiny bit of wear you’d never notice unless you were inspecting the shirt but otherwise in great condition. Complete steal.
The perfect shirt to throw on to run some quick errands in the summer

2026-06-01 16:32:11 GMT

Tying together a couple recent posts. The shirt I wore yesterday is a pink PRL Yarmouth OCBD that I bought second hand for $30. It doesn’t have a single blemish and I doubt it’d been worn more than a handful of times.
If you like a fuller shirt like I do you can find the Yarmouth cut all over the place for next to nothing. Buying a few these is a great way to build out your OCBD bullpen and you can do it for less than $100.
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2026-06-01 00:36:07 GMT

Leaned back on the front porch with a Nic Nac up top and a cold beverage in hand. I can hear the college baseball game coming through the open window.
Mid day heat has finally rolled out and the sun is not far behind it. We’re winding down a great weekend nice and easy

2026-05-31 23:30:06 GMT

Today’s church threads. Probably the last morning cool enough to have some fun with layers for a minute.
While I took this picture @nprofile…j70t was droning through the entire Constitution in the background while @nprofile…6sez and I checked out.
Enjoy your Sunday night. Back to the mines in short order.
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2026-05-31 19:45:42 GMT

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Ditch the plastic pillow mystery powder brother. Nic Nacs are cleaner and accept the orange coin

2026-05-29 19:48:40 GMT

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Dressing better is the concealed carry hack when the temps really climb. Chino shorts with a sturdy carry belt paired with a madras or striped seersucker short sleeve button down that has a fuller cut.
These shirt options really help with printing because of the cut/patterns

2026-05-28 18:29:13 GMT

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The socks are a great addition to give the fit some juice

2026-05-28 09:00:29 GMT

I don’t think people realize how cheap it is to get a really solid Ivy/Prep wardrobe base if you’re willing to buy second hand from thrift stores or online.
You can find Ralph Lauren OCBDs without blemishes for $30 or less online and if you’re lucky enough to find them in a thrift shop these things are going for far less.
You can build an awesome stable for the price of a single shirt from one of these “high end” plastic slop brands like Peter Millar or Lululemon and look twice as good.

2026-05-26 18:57:35 GMT

A portion of my wife’s ancestry is from Finland. She and her grandmother would always bake this sweet desert bread called Nisua when the family would get together.
My ancestry is from the British Isles and I’m a huge fan of my wife’s homemade scones she makes from sourdough. Her blueberry scones are great, but the orange cranberry ones are second to none.
This morning she made Nisua scones for the first time. Both of our ancestors would probably be shaking their heads at these things but they’re perfect and going great with this afternoon coffee

2026-05-24 21:53:40 GMT

We’ve got to stop with the Apple Watches. They’re such a monstrosity. Just brutalist bulky squares with minimalist rubber bands. I’m at a wedding and there are multiple men in suits wearing them. I think they look ridiculous in general but with formal clothing they just stand out in a horrible way

2026-05-23 20:00:41 GMT

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Vinegar base supremacy 🫡

2026-05-23 19:51:51 GMT

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My friend the ivy style is calling your name. Answer the call

2026-05-23 18:18:16 GMT

We need a chewing tobacco resurgence. This new zoomer nicotine just doesn’t have the spunk the old stuff did. We don’t need nicotine in sour apple flavor. It’s not supposed to taste like candy and it’s meant to be a moment of relaxation. The new nicotines are too accessible during the day. Pop a zyn in wherever or take a quick pull on your gas station vape bar and blow it out inside your hoodie and no one knows. It’s too easy. Before you needed a lighter or a bottle to spit in and you were kind of occupied for a little bit. It wasn’t practical to just constantly get a nicotine dose like it is today.
That’s how it was meant to be. A moment of reprieve and something to look forward to.
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2026-05-22 02:18:41 GMT

My wife doesn’t spend a fortune on clothes, which I’m thankful for because we don’t make the type of money you need to spend loads on a wardrobe. Her way of keeping the cost down is buying pieces that can go with the majority of everything else she owns. You’ve probably seen the Steve Harvey clip where he talks about buying a few jackets and pants in neutral colors and being able to alternate them to make several combinations. That’s pretty much what she does and it’s definitely a good way to save, but it can feel pretty boring.
You don’t need to stand out with a pair of red chinos or a pink cable knit every time you walk outside, but sometimes you do. Dressing is meant to be enjoyable. There are times we want a little more than whites, tans, and browns.
My wife and I recently had our anniversary so I bought her this awesome purple Shetland sweater from O’Connell’s. It’s something she’d never buy for herself because of the price but also because of the bold color. She’ll never go buy a light blue skirt or yellow pants to pair with it, but it’ll go great with plenty of the neutral tones she already has and will be a blast to wear.
Once you have the basics it’s time to venture out into the fun stuff.
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2026-05-21 20:48:47 GMT

My son loves to put things (like this book) in his mouth that he shouldn’t and I’m constantly telling him no and taking the thing away from him. Now whenever I don’t have my eye on him and he grabs something he’s not supposed to he always lets out a quiet “no” right before he puts it in his mouth.
He’s just copying me and he doesn’t even realize he’s telling on himself. That’s a good reason there aren’t more slobber stains on things than there already are.
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2026-05-21 15:03:25 GMT

Sperry has a 30% off sale going on right now. Of course the most popular colors are exempt but it’s a great time to grab a pair of boat shoes for the summer if you’ve had your eye on a color that isn’t super popular

2026-05-19 17:59:15 GMT

I can’t get on board with the madras look. Maybe that’ll change but it rarely looks like a summer pattern to me. It’s a busy look and most of the time the colors are just too dark. Summer is simple and light.
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2026-05-18 15:47:37 GMT

Watching my wife and kid laugh together is my greatest simple joy in life

2026-05-17 17:31:08 GMT

75 and sunny. Still in my church poplin which now has a nice mid day wrinkle and is quickly losing buttons. I’m sitting on the front porch drinking prosecco
Aura maxxing

2026-05-17 16:05:47 GMT

So many factors can pull what you chose to wear in different directions. We did mass this morning at a small church on the beach. It’s a hot sunny day perfect for casual attire. Perfectly suited for shorts if that’s your thing. At the same time shorts just don’t feel right in church unless it’s really hot. We went with the standard stone chinos to keep the uniform a little more reserved but I love this teal poplin stripe at the beach. There’s no better place for this color untucked
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2026-05-17 16:00:32 GMT

2026-05-16 23:54:54 GMT

Early season trip to the coast for the Magees
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2026-05-15 22:10:53 GMT

Gentlemen it’s Friday night
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2026-05-15 15:51:32 GMT

A small watch with a leather band just feels right when the weather heats up. We’re wearing broadcloth, poplin, and seersucker. Our watches should feel warm too.
The metal bands and bulkier watches can rest for now

2026-05-14 20:49:00 GMT

There may be no more obnoxious social media type than the optimizers. The guys who get 9 hours of sleep every night, no coffee after noon, no meals after 6pm, an hour of morning sunlight every day,10k steps every hour, and pretend it’s all doable for the average guy. You know the type. These guys have never had a 9 month old who just refused to go down at bed time, never had to cut the grass 5 times a month in summer, etc. They don’t live real lives, but they convince everyone it’s just about will power. Ignore these guys. A cold brew hits even harder at 3pm in the spring

2026-05-12 19:15:00 GMT

Windows are open. Can hear every bird within a half mile radius. The house feels alive and life is good

2026-05-12 16:52:25 GMT

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I’ll assume another baby is on the way

2026-05-12 13:17:12 GMT

There’s no more manic part of the day with kids than the morning. Everyone wakes up hungry and you’re scrambling to cook breakfast, unload the dishwasher from the night before, get a pot of coffee going, let the dog out etc.
It’s a madhouse. The best you can do is turn some music on and get in a rhythm. The shuffle landed on some hits this morning.
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2026-05-10 20:51:05 GMT

Throw on something nice even if you’re just going for a bite at her favorite local sandwich shop today. We don’t need a suit and tie. OCBD, chinos, boat shoes. She will appreciate it.
Happy Mother’s Day
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2026-05-09 20:32:58 GMT

Western isn’t my style but if it’s yours I do like some @npub1gh7…4ruj pieces. Specifically the clay Railroad Stripe Flannel and the brown Chore Coat. Do your thing cowboys

2026-05-09 19:52:49 GMT

Maybe the last weekend cool enough to toss on some layers until fall. Gotta smoke ‘em if you got ‘em
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2026-05-07 16:47:07 GMT

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I’ve had a few bottles of Peony Lane and haven’t woke up feeling any worse for wear yet. Stick with what you’re doing

2026-05-07 16:18:58 GMT

It’s cold, rainy, and we have errands to tend to. We’re keeping it practical.
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2026-05-06 18:51:29 GMT

One mistake I always see guys make when buying/wearing chinos is treating the “British Khaki” like it’s a neutral color. British Khaki has orange/yellow undertones and doesn’t pair nearly as well with colors like red or pink as a stone chino would.
Maybe it’s just not my thing but I can’t really think of a color it pairs with better than a classic stone chino. Unless you really love the color I would probably skip buying it all together
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2026-05-05 17:30:52 GMT

I’m not sure why but my parents never opened the windows when I was a kid. Now anytime the weather is in that perfect range I’m sliding them open in every room.
There’s just something about fresh air that’s hard to explain but you can tell the difference the second you take a breath. It instantly gives you a slight boost of energy and improves your mood. It’s a noticeable difference and opening windows is a great way to feel like you’re not wasting one of the rare days where the weather is just right even if you’re stuck inside working or whatever.

2026-05-03 22:05:57 GMT

Sitting downtown with the toddler drinking an evening coffee and watching the dogs walk by (he points in amazement at every one)

2026-05-03 15:16:39 GMT

Sunday with family
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