WEEKEND SOUNDTRACK AND WHY EVERYONE SHOULD START SHOOTING ME NOW WITH AN ARROW

I have been playing Vince Guaraldi Trio's "Since I Fell For You" in my head since last week and hoping it disappears into all my paperwork and client meetings but guess what, it still managed to get to me days after.



(Also on my playlist: Comin' Home Baby by Mel Tormé, You've Got Me Wrapped Around Your Little Finger and A Sunday Kind of Love by Beth Rowley, J'ai deux amours by Madeleine Peyroux and Sous le ciel de Paris Juliette Gréco)

It has been three days since I have been trying to set my mind at ease and use my break time productively for sanity sake but no, I still ended up downloading all three versions by Eartha Kitt, Doris Day and Bonnie Raitt. Can someone kill me now?

KHAKIS, LINEN AND AN ODD EXPERIENCE OF LOOKING PALE IN THE TROPICS

I recently came across a photo of the late John Fitzgerald Kennedy on his yacht and realized it has been a year and a half since I last went sailing. Yup, one more month until summer officially starts on my side of the Pacific and me being dead pale is in need of a tan ASAP.



Burn those awful floral shirts hiding in your closet! Honestly, a lot tend to forget that you do not have to flair out with all sorts of overly designed pieces that scream SUMMER. A plain white linen buttoned shirt, shorts, khakis in twill and a nice pair of loafers will make you look a million bucks if you know how to wear them right. Trust me, it’s all in the execution.



Just like my friend Fonso, he came prepared! His breezy navy and khaki blazers are actually tailored for him in Italia topped off by his wild mane. Yes, I hate to always say, “leave it to the Italians…” but they can really make even a mustard suit look really gorgeous.

BASIC MATTER 29 : THE CLASSIC FLASK

Being a social drinker, spending my weeknights at nearby Museum Café and Salon de Ning with friends can be a bit of a routine.

To avoid myself from looking like a fool after a couple of glasses of scotch, I finally thought of the idea of getting myself a flask.

Made from stainless steel and handmade from solid pewter, Hipflask’s designs are truly classic with the traditional kidney shape plus, they come in different sizes up to 8oz -Not bad huh!

I have always liked my things personalized with my initials along or probably my family’s coat of arms etched. I love slow weeknights after a long days work with a glass or two of scotch, this month’s issue of Monocle with Marvin Gaye and Nina Simone on my playlist.

And hey, it’s a great gift to someone who you know has their own specific favorite drink.

I will be at Borough tonight for St. Patricks day drink all you can! Who’s game?

BLUE BLAZERS, SCRUFFY AND THE ALPHABET

The past 11 months, I have stared off into space, not even showing any focus on myself. It was distressing to feel so utterly ignored after getting off a relationship of 5 years. But, then, last January, just days before Chinese New Year, a light clicked on past midnight and the sweet little smiles began to appear.


(Lazy Sunday brunches at M Cafe and afternoon meriendas at CIBO with you - yes, I feel like I'm walking 'round a ten feet tall)

I couldn’t stop smiling every morning. Yes, It's the silliest things that make me smile. So many of the un-named fears I have had seem to lessen their frightful weight with the simple knowledge since crossing paths with one of the scruffier letters of the alphabet in mustard and blue.

I would like to think my mobile phone will never remain silent, although today officially starts my three week separation anxiety unless someone surprises me with a big hug. Thank you Alexei, Ingrid, Cokie, Lester and DC for keeping me sane.

Here’s my glass and pour me some equal parts Pinot Grigio, Campari and some lemon twist and you’ve got yourself a crisp Italian aperetif.

A BOW TIE, THE ARCHETYPAL MALE AND SOME WHOOPSIE DAISIES

Devoted to the celebration of the American Renaissance man, Jack embodies the subtle masculine attention to detail every man's wardrobe demands. Each piece is carefully designed to give character to the ensemble while complimenting the gentlemen effortlessly conveying versatility, culture, and style.

Although The Jack Collection will launch an entire line of men’s accessories in the Fall of 2011, the online store is set to release a few limited edition accessories every month until the debut.



The first accessory released yesterday (as seen above), is a modern twist on the classic bow tie: denim.

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BASIC MATTER 28: BRIGHT RED SOCKS

Worn at just the right moment, a pair of red socks can make a so-so day spectacular - TRUST ME!.



I’m currently wearing a pair of green paisley socks from Geoffrey Beene.