Knowing the precise importance of the proper accessory, Mr. Oud understands that these things must be done delicately. He also deeply believes in the great Coco Chanel’s reported words of wisdom that one should take off the last thing they put on before leaving the house. It has prevented many a moment of unnecessary over-accessorizing, while giving him a reputation for streamlined elegance and understated sophistication.
People often give witty comment on how quickly and easily one can lose a reputation – but Mr. Oud has not found this to be the general case; rather, it has often seemed to him that once a reputation is made and established, it’s relatively difficult to erode or change it. And so he is extremely grateful for the image he’s earned as a sartorial aficionado – especially as he hasn’t put much effort into his wardrobe of late.
Image is fleeting and ephemeral – as is Mr. Oud, who has long ago left this discussion. Only the flimsiest scent trails of his namesake linger in the air…
