Sale Watch

The Triple Guard Stripe Tie, henceforth the Jennifer Aniston Tie, from Black Fleece, Thom Browne’s line for Brooks Brothers is on sale for $112.50, down from $150.00. Get it for no other reason than to say at a party, “Yeah, it’s that tie.” Hi-Def photo c/o A Continuous Lean.

Merry Christmas!

Fellow St. Louisan Charles Eames and I wish you and yours a Merry Christmas!

Riders on the Snow

With our first serious dumping of chowdah this weekend, I certainly felt the call of the wild. Fairly certain these surfers on Long Island did too. Photos c/o The New York Times.

“Looking good and dressing well is a necessity. Having a purpose in life is not.” – Oscar Wilde

Dance Monday, Dance!

Plaidy of the Week: Lark, Vancouver Women’s Boutique

It’s Friday. You know what that means. It’s time for our Plaidy of the Week.

This week, we bring you the plaidies of Lark, a Vancouver boutique who are modeling Alexander Olch’s beautiful alpaca bow tie. Around town, I’ve noticed quite a few women wearing men’s neckties à la Annie Hall, and it’s nice to see how well this young plaidy sports her bow.

Plaidy of the Week, c/o Lark

Plaidy of the Week, Part Deux

Alpaca Bow Tie, by Alexander Olch

The Bow Tie Project: Day Four

After three days wearing a bow tie to work, never having worn a bow tie to work before, people grew suspicious. We had a company-wide meeting at which the bow tie became a central “talking point.” For the rest of the day, the bow tie – not the man – became the center of attention. No one saw me. I’d been replaced by a glittering, gold and navy bow tie. Today’s lesson learned, if you wear a bow tie too many days in a row, and you’re not known for wearing bow ties, it will become the focus.

Bow Tie Project, Outfit, Day Four

Bow Tie Project, Tie, Day Four

Tie, Brooks Brothers

Shirt, Brooks Brothers, Vintage

Khaki Pants, Pre-Drexler J. Crew, circa 1997, 1998

Blazer, Wimbledon Racquet Club, Lord & Taylor, 1997

Argyle Socks, Drexler-Era J. Crew, Fall 2006

Shoes, Florsheim, Wingtip, Vintage

Watch, Timex Perpetual Calendar, Watch Band, Cordovan Leather, Central Watch, Grand Central Station c/o Ace Salesman, Steve Kivel

Great news! Enrique and Matt, shopkeepers over at men’s accessories emporium Fine and Dandy, have graciously offered free shipping on orders of fifty dollars ($50) or more to readers of all plaidout. Take advantage of this exclusive offer while you still can.

Now, more than ever, is the perfect time to spruce up!

Enter promotion code PLAID08 when you’re checking out.

This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Offer good through 01 January 2009.

Just a few of my many favorites available now:

Lee Allison Black and Silver Polka Dot Bow Tie, $45

Purple Plaid Handkerchief, $7

Atlantis Blue Marcoliani Socks, $15

Silver Knot Cufflinks, $39

Stainless Steel Paper Clip Money Clip, $29

The Bow Tie Project: Day Three

Had the good fortune of catching Oasis at Madison Square Garden tonight. Great seats, better company. Scribbled the following on the ride home, “Champagne Supernova” still ringing in my ears.

Today’s lesson learned, with the right attitude, rather with the right amount of attitude, a bow tie can be worn to a proper rock ‘n roll concert.

Bow Tie Project, Outfit, Day Three

Bow Tie Project, Tie, Day Three

The Brothers Gallagher, MSG 12/17/08

Tie, J. Press

Shirt, Polo Ralph Lauren, “Regent,” Classic Fit

Jeans, APC Hipsters, waist 30, Purchased in September 2006, Altered once, Repaired once

Jacket, Vintage from What Comes Around Goes Around

Shoes, Land’s End, Chelsea Boot, Fall 2005

Everything’s Better in Japan

This Japanese commercial, directed by Wes Anderson and starring Brad Pitt, spoofs 1953s Les Vacances de Monsieur Hulot, Jacques Tati’s brilliant comedy of manners. A must see.