Paisley and gray suit=150 Tie=5 dollars Amazon shirt=20 Total cost=175

Couple of video meetings, some calls and reports to complete. Another day at work loving what I do and blessed to have a career that I love.

This is the outfit I have put together for #funfitfriday tomorrow, I had an idea what to wear with it, but I figured I would asked AI and see what it came up with. Besides selecting the Jacket as Brown (it is actually a deep Burgundy with navy PoW Check from one of my suits), it did a pretty good job “This is a fantastic, textured, and sophisticated casual ensemble. You have a rich, warm brown blazer, deep navy floral shirt, dark denim, and brown suede/leather boots. The key here is to keep the outerwear sophisticated enough to match the blazer's texture, while keeping the vibe relaxed enough for the jeans. Here are my recommendations for pairing an overcoat and hat with this specific outfit: Overcoat Suggestions Because you have a textured brown blazer, you want your overcoat to either complement those earth tones or provide a clean, solid contrast. 1.The Camel Topcoat: This is a classic for a reason. A camel or tan wool/cashmere overcoat provides a sharp, lighter contrast against the dark brown jacket and navy shirt. It instantly elevates the outfit from "smart casual" to "sharp." 2.The Charcoal Wool Coat: A charcoal grey coat is versatile. It anchors the look. Because your blazer is a warm brown, a cool charcoal provides a nice color balance, especially if you have a patterned shirt underneath. Look for a structured wool or wool-blend coat that hits mid-thigh. 3.The Navy Overcoat: This is a safe and monochromatic choice. A deep navy overcoat will blend seamlessly with your shirt. To ensure it doesn't look too dark, make sure the texture of the coat differs from the blazer so it doesn't look like a "suit attempt." When pairing a hat with a blazer and jeans, you want to lean into classic masculine styles rather than streetwear. 1.The Fedora (or Trilby): If you are going for a classic, slightly vintage aesthetic, a wool felt fedora in a color that matches or complements the blazer (a deep chocolate brown or a warm tan) works well. Avoid "costume-looking" shiny hats; look for a matte felt finish.

@Sam Merritt here’s a solid recommendation. Orient offers in house movement at a great price. A Japanese company, not sure if they’re under the Seiko umbrella but a great option to enter the world of automatic watches. https://www.orientwatchusa.com/products/ra-ak0803y30b

I have friends who don’t want to change and do better . Still stuck wearing the stuff from days gone past . How do you handle changing for the better when others don’t?