Recently, I had a moment to sit down with Constantine Valhouli, author of Miles, Chet, Ralph & Charlie, which details the fascinating history of The Andover Shop in Boston. If you were ever wondering how Old Money Style clothes intersected with jazz, politics, and American history, read on… And thanks again, Constantine. BGT: Hi Constantine. … More Author Interview: Constantine Valhouli
We’ve often discussed clothing as a part of the Old Money philosophy. It is the most visible part, but not the most important part. The most important part is the adoption of Old Money Core Values, as I note in The Old Money Book. However, as the most visible part, the clothing we choose is … More Your Wardrobe: Playing A Supporting Role
For Americans and our politics, these last few years–and months–and weeks–have been highly charged ones. Polarization, animosity, hostility, and violence would seem to be at an all time high…if one forgets the Civil War. Families and friendships have been split and destroyed by political disagreements that a decade ago would have been dismissed with a … More Where I Stand
My wife and I had a conversation over lunch recently with another couple. They have also been married to each other for a very long time. As we’re all expats here in France, we discussed French culture, the ups and downs of life abroad, the recent elections in France and the upcoming elections in the … More Marriage and Money