Paul
Johnston

A Derby Day minimalistic black and white dress code is rooted in tradition and favours classic style. But one wants to still stand out from the crowd without going over the top. Has this suited outfit found the mark with harmonising a simple plain look with a personal style touch and twist to a standout from the others? More importantly not looking like you’re going to a formal or evening attire event, or a funeral or wedding. Smart and casual, black and white, head to toe! The jet black two piece Peter Jackson suit that has had the buttons changed out and bright white buttons added for highlight and impact. The suit has a crisp light windowpane translucent check pattern through it, its lines sharp yet understated. It is paired with a custom made white waistcoat detailed by a subtle light fine black windowpane pin check for a touch of dimension beneath the monochrome palette. To further personalise the design of the waistcoat jet black buttons have been added to elevate and make the waistcoat the outfit hero. The trousers are tailored with a hint of taper, skimming over polished leather Oxford wing-tipped two toned black and white shoes that compliment and elevate the outfit. The dress pants belt is made of shiny black leather with a metal black and silver triangle shaped buckle. The black wide brim Panama style hat has been carefully handcrafted and personalised by Carrion Hats. The hat has handstitched white material placed around the brim edge and a stitched white hat band and side bow added, thus striking a balance between old-world decorum and modern attitude. The shirt, a fresh white cotton with a classic point collar, offers a clean canvas for the solid Peter Jackson black silk tie, which held in place and paired with a small shimmering chrome plated tie carnation flower shaped pin. The cuffed shirt is complimented with silver chain cufflinks that have a centred black rectangle stone in the middle. The left suit lapel pin hole has a simple but elegant white material carnation shaped flower, this is complimented with, on the right suit jacket lapel, a black and white round pin depicting a silhouette of the Roman Emperor Julius Caesar. The plain Peter Jackson jet black tie is coordinated with a plain white pocket square folded representing a carnation flower with sculptural and artful restraint. A stylish and vibrant outfit that reflects the iconic Derby Day tradition of elegance and charm. This Derby Day attire embodies a quiet confidence, inviting admiration for its considered details and the subtle individuality woven into a classic theme. Wearing it with nonchalance! I, Paul Johnston, a vibrant and youthful 57 year old, am always looking for a competitive edge in combining elegance and extravagance without looking like a Christmas tree covered in festoon lighting. I consider myself as a bit of a larakin but I like to put my best foot forward, which is my left (pocket square and lapel pin in full display), to show that Fashions On The Field (FOTF) can be enjoyable and humorous for all men to not just to be a spectator but to get up on stage and have ago. Looking good at the races, unwittingly or deliberately, shows personal decorum that others envy.