Newport & New Adventures

This week's summer adventures bring us to the beautiful town of Newport, Rhode Island. Home of a classic American summer. With stops at The Landing, The Wharf Pub, and Brick Alley  it was a fine afternoon to take in some sun, enjoy a few drinks, and catch the Belmont Stake at a local pub. 

Oysters, soft shell crab, and well constructed cocktails were all on the menu for a Belmont Saturday spent in Rhode Island. Town was bustling. Kiel James Patrick & Sarah Vickers even made an appearance down at the wharf as their adventure crew rolled through. 

If Newport isn't already on your summer list, mark it down as your next adventure in the heart and soul of New England.

©Robert J. Hanlon

Summer Office Style

Vineyard Vines pastels, never a bad start in terms of summer office style. That is, depending on what kind of office you're working in. Today we're talking about #AgencyLife. We are talking two buttons undone, chinos and boat shoes. That kind of office. Gold watch to top it all off and Raybans when appropriate.

Now I'm not saying that you should find a place to work based off of the view that they have off the balcony, but having that kind of view in the city is never a bad thing.

Goofing off at work, not necessarily encouraged. But this isn't goofing off. Never take yourself too seriously. That's the key in finding happiness in your career. Nothing exemplifies that more than this crew.

   ©Robert J. Hanlon

Margaritas at Patron Mexican Grill

The official manliest drink of summer. Especially when you call them "margs". Only $5 a pop at Patron Mexican grill in Hells Kitchen, NYC. Honestly, best deal in town. Two to three of these guys and a bowl of chips and salsa and you have yourself a fine happy hour.

Grab a few buds and you're good to go. Nothing like stopping by this joint on a summer Friday after heading out of the office early for a weekend full of summer-time adventures.

                     ©Robert J. Hanlon

 

#TBT: Summer weddings, summer style

Well we're certainly a ways away from summer, but couldn't think of a better time to rejoice in the life of the warmest months. Blue gingham, Raybans on and plenty of cold beverages to go around. Sounds like my kinda party, and no I'm not referring to Jason Aldean.

Suit: by J.Crew

Shirt: Blue gingham by Tommy Hilfiger

Sunglasses: Havana squared clubmaster by Rayban

Not pictured: Blue socks by Ralph Lauren

Every good wedding has a man behind this scenes. Summer 2013 that was Mr. Robert J. Hanlon himself. Filling in on silk pocket square folding when no other man, or woman, was ready to step up for the challenge.

If you aren't familiar with proper silk square folding techniques Google it! The fold of the day for the groomsmen you ask? We went with the three mountain fold, an all time favorite

A summer wedding wouldn't be complete without a porch open to the elements at the reception. I could not think of a better back drop to cool off after some dancing out on the floor. Country clubs are always a good choice.

There is absolutely no better time to sing and dance to JT than a summer wedding. Suit and tie? Yep. Not ashamed one bit. Don't even question who sings it better there. Me over my brother any day.