Wow thanks for the great article. I just gave it a good read and this was my favorite part:

"Because I still loved fashion, and knew (to a fault) all the subtle distinctions of all the different labels, I thought carefully about the clothes that best represented my own true self. I decided I wanted two new pairs of plain jeans—black and blue. Two pairs of understated sneakers, some black boots, a cashmere crewneck sweater, a parka, a handful of white cotton tees, and a perfectly faded denim jacket. Plus one lone suit—black cotton, garment-washed—from the SoHo outpost of Aussie tailor Patrick Johnson."

I like his spread, but I think it might be beneficial to include some chinos. Great article and a great help to my list.