The Yuppie Handbook

This is a book that I am interested in purchasing, but I have been unable to find a copy. The term "yuppie" intrigues me. In my opinion, it is a term to describe those that are not born with money, but aspire to be part of the upper crust. What do you the readers know about this book?

The Last Days of Winter Tweed

As the weather remains around 60 degrees in my neck of the woods, I continue to make use of my winter tweeds. I cherish them so much that I wear them until the temperature breaks 70 degrees. The outfit I am wearing in the photo is how I will begin my Monday. Featured in this photograph is:

Brooks Brothers Tweed
MTM Shirt
Brooks Brothers Flannel Trousers
Polo Club Tie
Polo Tassel Tie Loafers
Brooks Brothers Paisley Square

Yes, the cold will soon be gone, and I will again embrace my warm weather tweeds, madras, and seersucker suits before long.





(This post is a little early, but it is Monday's post)

Best Dressed Men On Televsion, Part. 5 (Final Pick)

As I bring this week to a close, I am truly exhausted from all of the hater comments. I knew these posts would be challenging, but as my picks are criticized, I have yet to see an alternative list. Regardless, my last pick is another Gossip Girl character, and one that I have never featured on this blog.

Nate Archibald is the WASP character on the show Gossip Girl. His family is the Vanderbilts, and he exemplifies casual preppy at its best. Is he as creative as the shows character Chuck Bass? No! His style is simple, but preppy and he is often seen with shirts untucked, etc. This style was referenced in the Official Preppy Handbook as the rebellious preppy, and that is Nate's character to the bone. He is a wandering soul that is trying to figure out where he belongs in this world.

Even though I am bringing this series to a close, I do want to list a few honorable mentions. This list includes, Carlton Banks (Fresh Prince of Bel Air), Ben Stein, and Andre (Outkast).





The shirt untucked preppy look should never be worn by men that have graduated from college. This is a teen/college years rebellious look.

Photo Credits: WB TV

Best Dressed Men On Television, Part. 4

First, let me state that none of these individuals I have chosen the last few days are perfect in every way. Would I wear all of their ensembles? No! However, I think it is important to recognize those making an effort in our present day. Sure, I could post Cooper, Sinatra, and the Duke. However, then I would just be following in the footsteps of every other blog out there, and I have published these guys enough already.

With that said, today's pick is Fonzworth Bentley. I found it interesting that a couple commenter's mentioned him earlier in the week, as I had chosen him over the weekend as one of my choices. I remember Mr. Bentley first as the umbrella holder for P Diddy, and I thought, wow, he is very well dressed. Do I like all of his choices? No! But, he is influenced by the WASP/preppy style, and I think he qualifies as one of today's best dressed men. He is currently doing a show on VH-1 or MTV called G's to Gents. Congrats Mr. Bentley, WASP 101 salutes you!

Best Dressed Men On Television, Part. 3

I have referenced and posted the infamous Gossip Girl character Chuck Bass on my blog many times. Chuck's style is WASP influenced, and insanely preppy. My favorite ensemble of his is the camel sweater and madras trousers. Very nice!











Photo Credits: WB TV

Best Dressed Men On Television, Part.2

Tucker Carlson is another best dressed television man in my opinion. I liked his bow tie days the best, but he still dresses up nicely in a neck tie as well. Pictured above is one of his classic bow tie ensembles, and below he is wearing a nice J Press sport coat and tie. Very nice, very Ivy League!

Best Dressed Men On Television, Part 1.

This week, I plan to focus on the best dressed men on television. These men have a WASPy take on fashion, and I want to share my favorite picks. Today's choice is the character Tony Sinclair, spokesperson for Tanqueray Gin, enjoy!













Tony demonstrates color with dark suits, layering sweaters under dress shirts, plaid tie and vest, and safari attire.

I Will Return Next Week !

This has been a stressful week that required me to focus solely on work. I will be back next week! My apologies.

The Pocket Watch

Photo Credit: Mister Mort

The pocket watch is something that has almost vanished from the male attire in today’s society. Most men wear a wrist watch, and usually not of good quality. I myself fall into this category, and I have never used a pocket watch. My father on the other hand does in fact use a pocket watch, and I hope to inherit it one day. The only patrons I see carrying pocket watches today are older men. However, it is interesting that most dress trousers, particularly chinos have a spot to place your pocket watch. I guess most companies still cater to the classic male. That is amazing actually! Have a great weekend.



This gentlman deserves a full body shot with style like this!

Should I or Shouldn't I ?

I love classic cars, and unlike Richard, I actually own two. I am thinking about adding a 1965 Porsche to my list. Should I or Shouldn't I? Help me to decide!

Tea Partay ???

First let me say that I do not endorse the music, or all the expletives in this commercial. But, I love it. It may be the funniest attempt to sell alcohol I have ever seen. Enjoy!

Madras in South Hampton

Photo Credit: Kempt

As the air grows warmer, it will soon be time for sipping cocktails and dragging out the seersucker and madras. I will admit that a madras jacket is not the easiest thing to wear, but the jacket doesn't deserve the criticism it sometimes receives. These gentleman are wearing patchwork madras, and they have paired them with bow ties. Personally, I think a navy polka dot tie works great with virtually any madras, and one would serve these gents well but they look ok. However, I do not recommend ever wearing matching trousers. Furthermore, I would not make my first Madras purchase a patchwork version. There are more subtle colors and varieties out there.

The Mysterious Skull and Bones

Photo Credit: Barker Black Ltd.

The Skull and Bones, where did it begin and how did it become part of the WASP lifestyle? Is it possible that many of our elite blue bloods came from pirate stock? Or, did it begin with the ancient British Guardsmen, the 17th Lancers. How about the Skull & Bones Secret Society on the campus of Yale? My personal opinion of how the skull and bones became part of the WASP lifestyle is through the secret society option, and stores like J Press celebrating the heritage of Yale’s campus by placing the logo on items of clothing (ties, trousers, etc). How did the Bonesman come to select such decor? The true answer may never be known.





Photo Credit: J Press

A Snowy Winterland on Monday & The Girl of The Moment

As I close this week out, I wanted to share some photos of my little "Booch" (yes, Booch not pooch). Monday began with a winter wonderland like climate with highs in the upper twenties. Furthermore, it was the first snow my little guy ever saw! Today our high is honestly going to be 78 degrees. I realize warmer weather is on the way, and it does sadden me. I enjoy my woolens and tweeds so much, but I guess it will soon be time for seersucker and linen. Plus, I dread spring allergies with a passion. Anyway, enjoy your weekend, and I will see you back on Monday.







When it snows, I like to think of a beautiful woman singing Winter Wonderland to me.....and Monday the winner was the lovely Kate.

Yes, I Am Back and With a Vengeance

As you know I decided to come back and resume my rightful position as chief author of WASP 101. Never again will I let the anonymous haters discourage my efforts. I guess I just grew tiresome of having to delete so many disgusting comments on a daily basis, but I am over it. So in honor of all the haters, I have a story you will just love. And while telling it, I am going to post photos of my new Donegal tweed Southwick jacket that I recently purchased. The jacket is paired with brown chinos, pink oxford cloth button-down, and Brooks Brothers bow tie. Now, let us begin the story that will make the hater’s skin crawl.

Before I met my lovely wife whom I am truly faithful to, I was a womanizer. I purposely set out to break hearts and date as many girls as I possibly could at one time. My senior year of college, I dated more than 35 girls that I took out more than once. Counting the girls I only went out with once raises the total to 53 in one year. Did I ever get caught? Yes! But, I loved it! Once I was dating four girls at one time, and it crashed and burned all in one night. My father made me get a job at the grocery store to build character he said. And while working at the store, I starting dating three of the girls which I kept going for a month before it crashed. It came to a screeching halt one night while I was working with S, and we had plans after work. Unfortunately, L showed up unexpectedly and waited for me to get off work. Well, what was a boy to do……….So I decided to proceed with plans with S, and do so by sneaking out after work. My boy B aided by punching my time card out, and by taking my teal to the manager's office as I slipped out the back door and got in the car with S. It all worked except for L seeing me get into the car with S who had got off work 1hr. before me. L burst into tears according to B, and she was devastated. Unfortunately, the story spread throughout the store, and L 2 found out. What did I end up with relationship wise for a short period of time from all of this? Alone is the answer, but what a fun month.

As a 31 year old, I do feel bad for acting that way in my youth. My habits continued until I was about 23, but eventually I did see the error of my ways. If any of you girls are out there and still care, I do apologize and I mean that.





Ralph's version of the unlined Weejun. The spot for the penny is replaced by a crest :) I paired them with very pale yellow socks......this is as close as I will get to wearing white socks.

Can The Ivy League Style Make A Full Return?

The question is can Ivy League Style Make a full recovery and once again reach its peak in American Society. First, I think it is important to recognize that the style never truly went away. Old money WASP establishments, Ralph Lauren, J Press, etc. have helped to preserve its mystique since its decline in the 1970s. But to question whether it can once again reach its peak can only be answered with a no! I just don't think the elements are there. Yes, we have a tradshpere of bloggers, Ralph, and Brooks to continue with Ivy Style, but we don't have as many traditional men's shops that offer traditional Ivy Style clothes. Personally, the Ivy Style from the thirties-sixties is such a foreign notion to the youth of today, that I don't think it can be restored to original form. Ask a teenager what a 3/2 roll is, and I bet they stare at you endlessly. However, shows like Gossip Girl have help to restore some prominence in the youthful attire, but to truly call their clothing Ivy is a stretch.

Do I really care if the style makes a full comeback.....no! However, I still plan to embrace it and all of its joys until I die. In the meantime, let's enjoy some Ivy League photos.



This is a great look that I embrace often in winter months.



A nice Ivy League haircut !





Blair could wear a trash bag, and I would love it. This is her at Yale week!

Open Double Breasted Jacket

Photo Credit: Mister Mort (great site)

Wearing a double-breasted blazer is definitely part of the WASP attire, but wearing it open can be tricky. Can everybody do it? No! David Letterman is perhaps the most famous man that wears a double breasted jacket open, but others can do it. The gentleman above looks completely natural with his double breasted jacket open, and there are many others who can pull the look off. Unfortunately, I am not one of those men, and my double breasted jackets do not look natural while open.

Weejuns & I Am Back

Alright, I have decided to come back, and I do apologize for my brief absence. Worthington, thank you for not letting the blog go down, and I do like the new look. I see that you took my advice of using your Jaguar for inspiration. Anonymous haters, you will not win, and I will not let you get to me in any form or fashion again. Pundit, I use restraint in calling a blog stupid and immature, but you deserve it. I can't believe you don't have the creativity to create your own blog, and you decided to use my posts for your critique....pathetic!

Now, on to something more positive....Weejuns. I love Bass Weejuns, and I do own a rather beaten up pair that needs some serious repair. I liked the fact that they are unlined, and I have considered purchasing another pair very soon. The older variety look better than today's version, but they are still a great investment. They look great with khakis, jeans, shorts, tweed, etc. If a man is to own only one pair of shoes, then Weejuns should be the choice. In addition, they are rather inexpensive, and they look better the older they get.



Photo Credit: Admiral Cod