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Seersucker and Madras Thursday. . .

 

As the saying goes, "Go bold, or go home!"  Slightly on the dandier side of things today, but ah well.  I enjoy it.  

The trick to becoming less self-conscious about donning and appearing at ease in dressier attire (and I don't mean suede sneakers/trainers) is to wear that suit and necktie more than once or twice a year.  You need no reason to do so and soon forget all about having it on, allowing you to get on with other things.  

And if anyone asks you, "Why the suit?" take a page from author Gay Talese's book and simply reply that you are celebrating being alive.  

It works for me. 

-- Heinz-Ulrich


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  1. CharlottesvilleSeptember 3, 2021 at 6:14 AM

    Well done, Heinz-Ulrich. A seersucker suit and madras tie comprise a classic combination that I wear at least once a week through the summer.

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  2. WSTKS-FM WorldwideSeptember 3, 2021 at 5:54 PM

    Thank you Charlottesville! Great minds think alike.

    Best Regards,

    H-U

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  3. Dutch UncleSeptember 3, 2021 at 8:32 PM

    Not as eloquent as Gay Talese's remark, but true, nevertheless:
    "It feels good to look good"

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  4. WSTKS-FM WorldwideSeptember 4, 2021 at 5:41 AM

    Indeed, Dutch Uncle! Indeed.

    Best Regards,

    H-U

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-- Heinz-Ulrich

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