Theelegantologist

LATEST ARTICLES ( 119 )

• Start

  

  When I started Easy and Elegant Life ‘lo those many years ago, I had lofty ambitions. Design, dress, cookery, travel, reading, and music were all to be addresse... Read more

  Posted on 22 January 2020 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• The Right Amount

  

  The Shelby Flatcap by Poe Co, Ltd. Flatcaps and I have a love/hate relationship. I’ve been searching for one like Robert Redford wore in “The Great Gatsby”... Read more

  Posted on 17 December 2019 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• August in the South

  

  It’s hot. That’s to be expected down here south of the Mason-Dixon line. High temperatures and awful humidity put the heat index at 100+ºF (37+ºC) every day.... Read more

  Posted on 21 August 2019 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• A Trip, An Adventure…

  

  Tel Aviv, Pride Week 2019. … but I wouldn’t call it a vacation. Would I do it again? Absolutely. We began our trip in Herzliya, a neighborhood just outside of... Read more

  Posted on 10 July 2019 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Lightweight

  

  The amphitheatre at Petra, Jordan. Mrs. E, the family and I just returned from a whirlwind trip to Israel and Jordan. Why call it a whirlwind? Read more

  Posted on 26 June 2019 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Weaving Into Summer

  

  Reading through Alexander Kraft’s “9 Rules for Living Elegantly” for The Gentleman’s Journal, I have to say Rule #5, “Never Wear Sandals” certainly rang true. Read more

  Posted on 01 June 2019 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• The American Cousin

  

  I know… Bryan Adams drove a red one in the movie…. Running errands and dropped into my local Kroger this afternoon to be greeted with a Rosé Cadillac. Read more

  Posted on 15 May 2019 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• “‘Twas the Night…”

  

  As we leap headlong into Christmas and preparations for the New Year, I’d like to recommend a practice that I’ve been following for much of this past year. Read more

  Posted on 24 December 2018 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• That’s What To Do With a Knit Button-Down Shirt!

  

  I’ve not been able to wear this shirt on its own. It is a knit piqué and tends to emphasis my over-indulged waistline. But I discovered that it works beautifull... Read more

  Posted on 06 December 2018 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Per Request, The Movember 2018 Portrait of the Editor

  

  Don’t forget. It’s Mo-vember, not “No Shave November.” Men’s health issues are too often overlooked. As a two-time testicular cancer survivor, I ask that you... Read more

  Posted on 28 November 2018 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• That Clean Feeling in 3 Steps

  

  They say that Fall is coming. It was 90+ºF today… . I am eternally grateful for the invention of air conditioning and ceiling fans. Imagine what the early... Read more

  Posted on 04 October 2018 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Abstaining from Screens

  

  PHOTO: Tinnaporn | Dreamstime.com Sundays used to be a day of rest. We weren’t supposed to do much, go to Church, don’t work, spend time with the family, etc. . Read more

  Posted on 22 July 2018 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Shall I Be Mother?

  

  I’ve taken a step backwards. It started a few weeks ago when I was boiling water in the electric teapot and wanted to make a whole pot of tea. I considered the ... Read more

  Posted on 12 July 2018 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Happy Independence Day

  

  We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed, by their Creator, with certain unalienable Rights, that among... Read more

  Posted on 04 July 2018 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• It’s Flu Season: An Elegant Change to Your Hand Towel Routine.

  

  Mrs. E. has the flu. Fortunately it’s the “Type B,” less virulent strain, but it is flu nonetheless. And because of that, I am reminded of the importance of... Read more

  Posted on 19 February 2018 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Layering Knits

  

  I keep the house cold when Mrs. E. isn’t in residence. Which makes layering a necessity when the temperatures dip below freezing outside. Read more

  Posted on 09 February 2018 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Inspired by The Rake and The Rakish.

  

  Click through for the full editorial. Some things are hard for me to shake. For example, I grew up wearing a lot of collared shirts. T-shirts are difficult for... Read more

  Posted on 30 January 2018 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Croc-etts? Is There Such a Thing?

  

  2017 left me in a bit of a pickle. I wound up at the podiatrist for a broken toe and when that was all healed, but I still had pain, he was kind enough to let... Read more

  Posted on 12 January 2018 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• The Little Luxuries Add More Than You Think

  

  The tree is almost complete, thanks to an intervention by The Architect who even got the progeny excited about decorating. Taking a quiet moment to reflect on... Read more

  Posted on 22 December 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Leaving Leviner Wood After a Great Meeting.

  

  In full comfort mode. Harris tweed, half-lined sportscoat (vintage), BB OCBD (ancient), A Suitable Wardrobe woolen tie, RL cashmere sleeveless cardigan,... Read more

  Posted on 13 November 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE