I was recently contacted by a young gentleman in Sweden who asked that I help him with his style of dress. This 25 year-old man is drawn to a very classic clothing; so much so, that his friends felt he dressed like an old man. “You need to dress for your age,” they said. Black,…
Month: May 2009
OTC Recommends: Maurice de Mauriac Zurich Watches
With the sharp rise of interest in high-end mechanical watches over the past several years, luxury brands like Rolex, IWC Panerai, Omega and Cartier have become interchangeable status objects – with glossy magazine ads, flashy websites and extensive marketing and “ambassador”campaigns to back it all up. Though each is certainly unique on its own, luxury…
Break Out The Ribbon
The weather is finally kicking into summer mode here in the nation’s capitol, and I’m restocking the OTC closet with a more season-appropriate wardrobe. Adding color to the mix is standard fare for most women. The flexibility of layering it on while still maintaining a professional or at least classy level of style is a…
Review: The Man’s Book
After some back-and-forth with a very nice PR rep, it arrived. Here, I thought, we have yet another “guidebook for guys.” After all, men finally seem to be getting their due when it comes to lifestyle guides, how-to books and advice sites (OTC being one of the earlier ones, thanks you very much!). So, when…
China’s Terra Cotta Warriors Make Rare Visit to DC Museum
Living and working in Washington, D.C., definitely has its perks. One day I’m in the elevator with Fox News heavy hitter Chris Wallace and the next day it’s former majority leader and almost-DHHS secretary Tom Daschle. And by the way, Daschle is a very sharp dresser. It’s a pretty cool town. Even cooler though, is…
Summer Argyle
I have always tended to think of argyle as an Autumn thing. To me at least, argyle’s fundamental overlapping diamond motif has a certain heavy warmth which reminds me of bundling up on crisp mornings to walk the dog. Maybe it’s the historic pattern’s Scottish heritage or its current prevalence in sweaters and thick socks,…
Personal Style Is The Truest Style
Maximilian Sinsteden is going places. The 21-year-old college student isn’t just a budding interior designer and bon vivant. Nope, he’s already opened his own firm and recently completed his first commission; a 78-foot motor yacht. Max has already worked for classical designer David Easton and design powerhouse Charlotte Moss. This kid is already on his…
Great Interview on Ivy Style
Check out this interview with documentary film maker and columnist Jamie Johnson over at Ivy Style. Christian Chensvold leads a great discussion with Johnson, who filmed one of my favorite makes-you-squirm-in-your-seat documentaries, “Born Rich.” Jamie’s position as heir to the Johnson & Johnson fortune and an interest in history and psychology give weight to his…