mr. james

Hi, my name's Michael. I'm in my mid-twenties, living in Auckland, New Zealand. One of my goals in life is to think and act more like a real gentleman. That's why I'm trying to learn all about manners and etiquette, poise and elocution, politics and economics, style and grace. A true gentleman (or lady) is someone who wraps all of these qualities up in one person. I've got a long way to go, but my aspiration is clear: I want to be the best I can be at these things. Here is where I'll post everything I learn along the way on this journey.

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Threads for the NZ Media Awards... Amazing night ✨ picked up best dressed 😜 #blacktie #ralphlauren #blackwatch #velvetslippers #sartorial #dapper #ootd #latergram (at Viaduct Events Centre)

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Lazy day catching up with @bluebellscakery and #TheEconomist #tweedlife #tweed #rugbyrl #riprugby #ralphlauren #preppy #ootd #wiwt (at Ponsonby Central Market)

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I wish every day was Polo day! #tbt #clicquotpolo #preppy #jpressyorkst #ralphlauren (at Veuve Clicquot @ The New Zealand Polo Open)

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Had a fantastic day at the polo yesterday! @bluebellscakery @davidgrr #vcpoloclassic #nzpoloopen #ralphlauren #rugbyralphlauren #jcrew #jpress #madrasblazer #polo #preppy #dapper #sartorial #style #fashion #fashioninthefield (at Auckland Polo Club)

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My outfit for the NZ Polo Open in Auckland today: Patchwork madras blazer: @jpress1902 Pocket square: @jcrew Shirt, tie, belt and kiltie loafers: @ralphlauren Tie clip: Rugby Watch: Citizen Shorts: Smith & Caughey's #vcpoloclassic #nzpoloopen #preppy #style #wiwt #fashioninthefield

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My outfit for the NZ Polo Open in Auckland today: Patchwork madras blazer: @jpress1902 Pocket square: @jcrew Shirt, tie, belt and kiltie loafers: @ralphlauren Tie clip: Rugby Watch: Citizen Shorts: Smith & Caughey's #vcpoloclassic #nzpoloopen #preppy #style #wiwt #fashioninthefield

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It's all in the details 🔍🔍🔍#preppy #sartorial #dapper #fashion #style #menswear #ralphlauren #poloralphlauren #rugbyralphlauren #riprugby #allenedmonds #tasselloafers #wiwt #ootd

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Tuesday's Bluesday around here 😉 #preppy #sartorial #dapper #fashion #style #menswear #ralphlauren #poloralphlauren #rugbyralphlauren #riprugby #allenedmonds #tasselloafers #wiwt #ootd (at Freemans Bay)

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Introducing the Congo's most stylish gents - the very dapper Sapeurs. This fascinating group of fashion enthusiasts take sartorial elegance to the next level!

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One Day I Will Wear Dolce & Gabbana

Midnight blue Dolce & Gabbana tuxedo jacket - magnifique!

I love Dolce & Gabbana's formalwear. Modern. Classic.

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Learning the basics of stocking your own home bar.

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Monday Madras.

Rightly or wrongly, people often form their first impressions of others based on appearances.

Do yourself a favour and make sure that people like what they see when they meet you.

For me preppy style is an idiosyncrasy that helps people remember me positively.

It also gives me great confidence to know that in a room full of superiors, I look sharp.

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Good style is a good career move. :p #style #menswear #dapper #fashion #drakes #ralphlauren #riprugby #ghbass #madmen #latergram Thanks @jennermurphy for the shot ;) (at Saatchi & Saatchi)

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So true.

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Ballet 101: A beginner’s guide to watching

Washington Ballet’s artistic director Septime Webre provides a beginner’s guide to watching and understanding the art form. (The Fold / The Washington Post)

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If only life was like this.