Richard T. F.

• Spread collar
• The Half-Windsor tie
• French cuffs with a cufflink
• Slim cut, two-button single breasted suit, with English influences
• An exquisitely brogued wingtip shoe in brown leather
• Elegant silver watch with a black leather band
• iPhone
• Mac
• Jeans twice a week
• Traditional
• A sensible, practical car that gets the job done
• A close shave, every day

• How would you describe your personal style in a single sentence?

  Stylish but not trendy; traditional with an edge or twist.

• It's a Tuesday. You're going to work. What are you wearing?

  This would depend on whether I am lecturing. If lecturing: a navy two button suit with subtle pinstripes, blue shirt with french cuffs, gold cuff links with blue stones inset, brown monk strap shoes, pocket square.

• Who or what had the biggest influence on your style and how did it impact you?

  My father trained as a tailor before attending graduate school and becoming a professor. He was always the best dressed man on campus. He taught me how to look for quality in construction and fabrics and for timeless yet stylish tailoring.

• I usually shop at the following stores...

  Barneys. Wilkes Bashford. Paul Smith.

• My favorite brands include...

  Isaia. Brunello Cuccinelli. Paul Smith.

• What is your essential grooming product?

  Sandalwood Shaving Soap. Kiehls Alcohol Free Toner and Kiehls Face Moisturizing Lotion.