Theelegantologist

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• Awaiting Inspiration

  

  (These two get the prize for best dressed afloat….) Mrs. E and I recently took the kids for their first trip to New York City. Kosher bagels were exclaimed upon... Read more

  Posted on 05 August 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Overstated

  

  Try as I might, I'll never be truly elegant. Elegance requires restraint, and the Mediterranean man in me can only be held back for so long before he rears his... Read more

  Posted on 07 July 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Casually Elegant Poolside.

  

  Whew! Thanks for your patience while I come up for air; my wardrobe consulting has been going gang-busters! Many thanks to my clients for your trust and support... Read more

  Posted on 03 July 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Who Wears Shorts?

  

  Does there come a time in a man’s life when he is too old to wear shorts? Is this really a “work” look? Even for creatives? I just ask as I’ve seen a lot of... Read more

  Posted on 04 June 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Rule No. 9 of The Middle Ground. The Right Cut.

  

  Too full cut for these days. This has got to be one of the more ignored or misunderstood topics out there. At least if the appearance of the man on the  street... Read more

  Posted on 20 May 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Rule No. 8 of The Middle Ground. Embrace Timeless

  

  Look at some older photos and the clothing is as relevant now as it was cool then. How old do we think that HRH Prince Charles’ A S English drape suit is? Or hi... Read more

  Posted on 12 May 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• The Heat Is On: Elegant Dressing in Warmer Months

  

  This topic is near and dear to the heart of any Southerner. When summer comes we often talk of the “three h’s.” Hazy. Hot. Humid.  Even as far north as... Read more

  Posted on 09 May 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Passionate About ShoePassion.com

  

  You know that feeling you have when you walk into your home after a long day and all you want to do is kick off your shoes? Say goodbye to that feeling. My... Read more

  Posted on 01 May 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• East Dane (Bound) and Down With A Give Away!

  

  There are a lot of new menswear e-commerce sites out there (one of my favorites is Mr.  Porter, for example.) Most of them deal with fashionable clothing. Read more

  Posted on 17 April 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Rule No. 7 of The Middle Ground: Luxe Materials Still Whisper “Success.”

  

  AE’s slip-on is just a bit different. In a good way. One of the key tenets of the Easy and Elegant Lifestyle is the  concept of “stealth wealth.” No, you don’t... Read more

  Posted on 14 April 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Passionate About ShoePassion.Com?

  SHOEPASSION.com – Shoes for Men with Passion from SHOEPASSION.com on Vimeo. Review of the No. 594 Double Monk Strap loafer in brown suede coming soon! Today a... Read more

  Posted on 09 April 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Art De Fete, Indeed!

  

  We take a break from our series on The  Middle Ground to bring you something, and someone, truly inspiring. Please do not hesitate, go now and revel in a blog a... Read more

  Posted on 03 April 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Rule No. 6 of The Middle Ground. Distinguish Between Weekend and Weekday Wear.

  

  Save the denim for off-duty wear. Ditto for the leather jacket and waxed cotton. As cool as these ensembles look in the magazines or at Pitti, they are tough... Read more

  Posted on 01 April 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Rule No. 5 of The Middle Ground. Follow the Trends. Steal What You Can.

  

  Sometimes. Today, trim cuts are in. If you've no suit coat to accentuate the positive in your physique, or hide behind, flat front trousers are almost a... Read more

  Posted on 19 March 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Rule No. 4 of The Middle Ground. Subtle Colors; It’s Still Business.

  

  Image: Tommy Ton. You may be tempted to splash out on trendy colorful clothing. Don’t. Red trousers are for sailing, not for selling. Unless your business is... Read more

  Posted on 07 March 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Rule No. 3 of The Middle Ground. Shoes Count.

  

  It happens all too often, especially around here. You see a guy in a pair of khakis, a button down shirt, maybe wearing a blazer or even a tie. And then you... Read more

  Posted on 05 March 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Rule No. 2 of the Middle Ground. Accessories Are Today’s Beautiful Tie.

  

  Drake’s of London shows us what a little colour can do. Click through to shop. If you are foregoing a tie during these business casual days, it doesn’t mean tha... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Rule No. 1 of The Middle Ground. Buy the Best.

  

  Of course I mean the best you can afford. But if you find yourself wearing fewer sports coats and even fewer ties (don’t even get me started on the scarcity of... Read more

  Posted on 19 February 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• A Night to Remember. Recipes for St. Valentine’s Day

  

  Valentine’s Day. I love going to a restaurant. The trouble is that it is hard to find an intimate restaurant. One without a television anywhere in sight. One... Read more

  Posted on 11 February 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE