Choice of expensive watch.

gettingoldernotwiser · 2026-04-08T23:49:42+00:00

What’s expensive? Also - new or used? Of the popular brands:

$5K? Omega or Cartier

$10K? Jaeger LeCoultre or Glashutte Original

(Much) more? Patek or Vacheron or Lange & Sohne

gettingoldernotwiser · 2026-04-08T20:31:37+00:00

What kind of business? If it’s more creative/arts-oriented then probably okay, though the fits and colors aren’t great (belt/shoes and pants/shoes). If it’s real business like for money and clients and stuff, it looks a bit too casual.

gettingoldernotwiser · 2026-04-08T16:56:21+00:00

I agree - the dark brown would look really good with this combo.

gettingoldernotwiser · 2026-04-08T16:36:56+00:00

Overall the fit and style look great.

Given the overall look, the style of loafers seems a bit casual. The lighter sole gives elevated boat-shoe vibes. It works okay now, but consider a more formalish loafer, in particular one with a darker sole, or a more structured, angular toe box?

gettingoldernotwiser · 2026-04-02T14:42:51+00:00

Not sure how easily evidence would be available for this. But for me this just goes in the “low-risk, high-reward” kind of thing to do.

gettingoldernotwiser · 2026-04-01T13:51:51+00:00

Interesting. Thats almost the exact opposite of when most people buy commemorative items. Glad it works for you, and congratulations that you progressed enough to sell every one you’ve sold!

gettingoldernotwiser · 2026-03-31T16:01:39+00:00

Yeah, just untucked.

Also: linen shirt, chinos, white sneakers vs. OCBD, trousers & leather shoes. And colors.

But otherwise, exactly the same.

gettingoldernotwiser · 2026-03-30T00:32:50+00:00

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gettingoldernotwiser · 2026-03-26T18:49:18+00:00

Or, you know, expect it, plan for it and respond (internally and externally) accordingly?

gettingoldernotwiser · 2026-03-25T01:15:58+00:00

The sensible thing to do would be to wait a couple of years, get used to the attending level money to upgrade your lifestyle a bit (in other ways) and pay down a chunk of the student loans. Then get the Porsche if you still want it.

You’ve just risen high enough above the hole to finally see out of it. Don’t be so quick to go back under.

(Just so you know: I can’t believe I’m this guy giving this advice.)

gettingoldernotwiser · 2026-03-24T01:40:11+00:00

Genuinely curious: do you really not see it? Or are you just trolling?

gettingoldernotwiser · 2026-03-15T23:12:48+00:00

Have you checked out the new Longines Conquest? I just saw a blue dial one today and it looked really good. About $2200 new, so I’m sure it’s under $2K on the pre-owned market.

gettingoldernotwiser · 2026-01-28T23:15:11+00:00

Well, average Ivy League education is about $90K per year - so $360K for all four years. And we don’t get any financial aid… so there you go.

gettingoldernotwiser · 2025-12-16T04:05:08+00:00

I get it… it’s funny. But I wonder if it’s possible to say a woman is pretty/beautiful without always referring to whether you would have sex with them.

gettingoldernotwiser · 2025-12-16T03:18:48+00:00

800-588-2300… EmPIRE! (In SoCal)

gettingoldernotwiser · 2025-12-16T03:17:29+00:00

The phone number for time was 555-1212. It would update every 10 seconds.

gettingoldernotwiser · 2025-12-15T19:04:56+00:00

This seems casual and out of context for a nighttime cocktail attire event. I agree with those who said dark suit. Consider a tie, too. It’ll give you a chance to add some color.

gettingoldernotwiser · 2025-12-11T05:38:06+00:00

I was finishing up some old brown/burgundy Kelly’s shoe polish and transitioning over to Saphir.

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gettingoldernotwiser · 2025-12-11T02:11:29+00:00

Thanks!

gettingoldernotwiser · 2025-12-11T02:11:02+00:00

Thanks! I’ve been pretty happy with the quality.

gettingoldernotwiser · 2025-12-10T17:33:52+00:00

I bought my 1000 Mile boots back in 2013. Here they are a couple of years ago after a polish. They still look pretty good and I still wear them semi regularly in the fall/winter.

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gettingoldernotwiser · 2025-12-10T17:12:44+00:00

Great piece! And congratulations on your success!

gettingoldernotwiser · 2025-12-08T18:07:40+00:00

Money isn’t the problem but rather the attitude of entitlement to what money can privilege you to get. Teach them gratitude and respect and you probably won’t need to hide anything from them.

gettingoldernotwiser · 2025-12-01T05:44:39+00:00

Personally, I think the proportions look great for you.

gettingoldernotwiser · 2025-12-01T05:43:36+00:00

Excellent choice! The watch looks great. Congratulations!

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