Alright, I know what you're going to say... "Where are your socks?!" In my defense, we had another super mild weekend in NYC so I took full advantage of the warmer temps and decided to get one last use out of my Rockport slip-ons. I feel like I won't be getting a chance like that again until post-winter, or maybe until I make my way out of town and onto somewhere warm.

Dressing a little more dapper doesn't mean you have to be in full on formal-wear. With a style that's a little more laid back, thanks to my good ol' Texas roots, I always love pairing down my suits with a good set of casual kicks. Especially when I have a long day of trekking the city streets, comfort is key and really there's nothing more convenient than a pair of slip-ons. The one thing to remember when trying to go a little more casual is to make sure you go for quality as much as you're trying to keep comfortable. This sneak peak at Rockport's spring/summer collection slip-ons are a little more lux made with perforated suede and cool leather details, so I'm not losing any style points by wearing an old pair of beaten up sneaks. Clean and minimal go a long way... plus you will get so much more use out of a nicer pair of sneakers than those less expensive kicks you go on quick coffee runs in. Make sure you stay tuned over on Rockport's blog - Port 71 - to see just how versatile these shoes can be... more coming on that soon!

     

Wearing: Tommy Hilfiger Down Flight Jacket | J. Crew Ludlow Traveler Suit Jacket | J. Crew Ludlow Traveler Suit Pan | Mark McNairy New Amsterdam Flannel Shirt | Rockport Slip-Ons

Grooming: Ernest Supplies Matte Moisturizer | Burt's Bees Lip Balm | Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen | Baxter of California Hard Cream Pomade