The simple tie knot with an effortless, devil-may-care flair.

The proportions of the shirt collar, tie, and lapel width converge at an often overlooked and poorly executed intersection of men’s dress. And there’s usually a crash at that intersection.

New year, new outlook, new theme and a new twist on this episode: I get interviewed on my own podcast.

In the three months I worked as a host in Cleveland’s sexiest dining hall, I noticed that people who dressed up seemed to have a better time.

For several years now, Black Lapel has provided me with a handsome, well-made and affordable solution for custom suits.

I’m fascinated by successful people with considerable spending power who essentially live in one outfit. I think they’re onto something.