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How would I describe myself?

Corporate rebel.

A little bit different than everyone else.

I like to be noticed. I like to be seen.

My style is me. It's what I feel.

It's me on a regular basis.

No matter my mood, I'm dressing to be me.

Modern vintage.

I got out of bed this morning, and I thought to myself,

"How can I make Easter Sunday on a Monday?"

I love kind of the classic look of the bolo tie,

and that is my favorite thing to wear at all times.

I love my vests.

Yeah, this is my going-out watch, so...

I got it for my birthday when I was -- from my parents, so...

Wear something that can put a smile on other people's faces.

You know, it's important to me that people feel good.

When you look good, you feel good.

When you feel good, you do good.

So I try to keep it in the "good" category.

You know, you got to be comfortable in your own skin.

My wife thinks I look good with a shirt off,

so, you know, it makes her happy, it makes me happy.

Oh, yeah, I feel so confident like you would not believe.

Gene: How would you describe your style, Joe?

I'm not sure.

Come on!

With the exception of waterproof jackets,

fashion is not really one of my interests.

Joe: It's true, and I'm not just saying that

because I'm down from my grandmother's passing.

Every day, I try to look neat,

zip up my fly, and wear collared shirts

to even out the fact that I have

a skinny neck and small head.

Aside from that, I don't know,

but the concept of fashion is troubling Gene

because his sons are launching their fashion line

tomorrow in Milwaukee.

He insisted I come to get me out of the house,

but I've also always wanted to see

the Mitchell Park Domes there.

They're domes filled with plants from around the world

and, um, yeah.

You know me.

So where does fashion come from?

I don't know, Gene.

New York? Tokyo?

Is there some supercomputer in Paris

deciding whether graphic tees are in this season?

And these magazine articles titled "How to Dress Good,"

actually, they should be titled "How to Make You Feel Bad.

How to Make You Feel Dumb for the Wrong Cut of Trousers."

Not to get political, but I wouldn't mind

if the government gave us uniforms.

It feels so beyond me,

but I think if I could understand fashion,

I could understand my sons.

I saw a promo for a show called "Fashion Police."

Who sent them?

They sit and criticize people's outfits.

I wish they'd turn into a pile of leaves

and get swept away by the wind.

Maybe fashion just comes from the choices we make

when we pick out our outfits in the morning.

You'd think, but, no, there are bigger forces at work.

That sounds like something Sarah would say.

Also, Lulu picks out my clothes.

How is Sarah?

Okay.

As we were leaving, she asked when we'd be back.

Sunday.

But I said, "I don't know," and I'm not sure why,

maybe because everything in Marquette reminds me of nana.

But then Sarah laughed, so I said,

"Maybe I will move to Milwaukee."

What did she say?

"Oh, okay."

So maybe I will move.

We're at three-quarters of a tank.

Let's get some gas.

[ Door dings ]

Joe, look at me.

I'm fashion guy.

Gene, you look like a guy from L.A.

Yeah, look at me. I'm a guy from L.A.

I like matcha tea, open relationships,

and traffic at 1:00 P.M.

[ Chuckles ]

I'm an L.A. guy, too.

I'm psyched for all my friends who are killing it.

[ Laughs ]

I just ordered a bunch of small plates for the table.

Everyone may share.

I'm going to wear my best athleisure wear

to Friendsgiving.

My wife's boyfriend is my agent.

[ Both laugh ]

Cream City, here we come.

Wow.

Yeah. Uh-huh.

Hello, Milwaukee.

Oh, my God, look at the size of this building.

Whoa!

Wow.

We're here, and we want to go here.

Look how tall this building is compared to over there.

It's amazing.

How fun would it be just to ride a bridge up and down?

I know.

Well, what a beautiful day.

Hey, look, a pontoon boat... Oh, yeah!

...coming right at us.Look at it!

Wow! Oh, look at that!Oh! Wow!

Hey! Hey! Oh, wow!

Oh, beautiful.

[ Camera shutter clicks ]Wow.

That's really nice.

Could you take a picture of us, please?

Sure.

Wow. The Fonz.

One, two, three -- Milwaukee.

Cheers, Gene.

To Milwaukee.To Milwaukee.

[ Both chuckle ]

Oh, my, the beer is not too bad, either.

Joe, look at that bow tie.

I think you should wear that to the fashion show.

You think?

Oh, wow. Look at that gentleman down there.

It's amazing. I've never seen anything like it.

Man, that's amazing.

That's an amazing outfit, Joe.

Wow, a building with wings.

I get this. Milwaukee is ahead of the curve.

Well, in some ways.

It is the most segregated city in the country,

but they're doing neat things with buildings.

You excited about seeing the domes?

Yeah.

Are you excited about seeing your sons?

Yes.

Yeah.

It's been a while, though.

I got an idea.

Let's go surprise the boys while they're working.

Come on. Come on.

Okay.

How's your nose?

I think I got to blow it again.

All right. We'll stop and get you some tissues.

Thanks for understanding.

[ Sewing machine whirring ]

Hey, guys!

My family, Joe.

Hello, father.

Look what we brought -- some juicy,

chin-dripping butter burgers.

Wow, okay, great.

That -- Come on in.

What are you doing here? The show isn't until tomorrow.

I can't say hello to my adult sons?

Hi, Dad. Hi, Joe.

Did something happen at the hotel?

No, I thought I'd swing by and surprise my boys

with some juicy, chin-dripping butter burgers.

Glass: Butter burgers?

Glass?

Hello from Miami, Gene.

Electric to see you, Joe.

Sorry about your nana.

What the heck is a butter burger?

It's a burger covered in a lot of butter.

The slogan of the place we got them at is,

"Good food is made with a lot of love and a lot of butter."

That's too long to be a slogan.

Grab a burger, boys.

Dad, don't think it's a good idea

for you to have burgers wet with butter

around all this fabric right now.

Okay, why don't we take them back to the hotel

and eat them in the hot tub?

That way, the butter will wash right away.

Gene!Wish we could, Father.

We have a tech rehearsal in an hour.

And we have to get 4 more yards of pleated chiffon,

or our show-closer is ruined.

Pleated chiffon? We need the pleated chiffon.

Oh, and the "Journal Sentinel" wants an interview with us in,

okay, wow, 5 minutes.

Mm-hmm, no problem.

No problem at all.

Maybe we should get going, Joe.

Uh, we'll probably work late, but I'll stay with the boys.

[ Sewing machine whirring ]

[ Hot tub bubbling ]

If this is what life in Milwaukee is like,

maybe I could live here.

I just can't get over how they kicked us out today.

I've tried everything with them -- everything.

They even rejected the butter burgers.

I don't know, Gene.

They were busy, and, also, they were right.

My head feels weird from all of the butter.

I wasn't around much for them growing up.

Eight months out of the year, I was out on that freighter.

Now that I have time for them,

they don't seem to have time for me.

That's not true, Gene. They just had a lot to do today.

And if it counts for anything, you've been very good to me.

That means a lot to me, Joe.

I'm so sorry, Gene.

I'm about to fall asleep and drown.

Okay, Joe. Good night.

Good night, Gene.

Joe: Waking up in a new place is exciting.

My body is occupying the space in Milwaukee, Wisconsin,

when it should be in Marquette, Michigan,

or should it?

Why did Sarah laugh when I said I might move here?

I might feel better if I did.

Perhaps there's a school in Riverwest or Wauwatosa

that could use a choir teacher.

I get a new style of clothing,

and then all of my new coworkers would say,

"Hey, would you want to meet us on Friday night

for a beer on South Kinnickinnic Avenue?"

"Huh," I'd reply, "Why don't we have a real wild night

and head to Brady Street,

renowned for its party atmosphere?"

Sorry, my mind is all over the place.

I guess that's why I woke up early.

[ Knock on door ]

What the freak is that?

Someone's at the door.

Sounds like the cops.

I told you that apple in the lobby wasn't free.

[ Light switch clicks ]

Oh, thank heavens, it's my boys.

What's going on? Is everything okay?

Not really.

Sorry to wake you.

You guys are scaring me.

We have a favor to ask.

One of the models dropped out.

He was walking his dog and fell into a 3-foot hole,

broke both of his ankles.

Yikes, that sounds bad.

He is fine, but we're short a model,

and you're about his size and body type.

We were wondering if you could step in for him.

What?

We need you to model in our show.

Model? I can't model.

All those people looking at me? No way.

It would really help us out.

I don't think I can. Sorry, boys.

Okay.

Well, I think we should go.

Gene, you can do it.

You've got a natural gait,

the type of walk that comes from a life of experience.

From years spent steadying yourself on choppy waters,

you have the balance, confidence,

not to mention good looks enough for the runway,

and your sons recognize that in you.

Trust them.

Okay, I'll do it.

[ Indistinct conversations ]

Jeremy, how does this look to you?

I don't know. Uh, Mom, what do you think?

That looks good.Okay, go with it.

Here you go.

Ten minutes -- places, places.

[ Indistinct conversations ]

Hey, I like your threads.

[ Camera shutter clicking ]Thanks.

How would you, uh, describe your style for my website?

I guess, uh, priest who snuck out of the seminary

on a Saturday night

trying to blend in at the local bar and grill.

Signature piece?

Wearing socks to bed.

Even in summer? Yeah.

When my nana would put me in PJ's as a kid,

they were always included.

I didn't even realize it was strange

until my girlfriend teased me.

Oh, and how would you describe her style?

Mennonite. Actually, Mennonite sheep.

Interesting. Where are you from?

The U.P., but I'm thinking of moving.

Well, you'd dig it here.

It's no London, but it's no Cleveland, either.

It's a nice, warm rock to put your belly on in the summertime,

and in the winter, let's just hope you brought your snowshoes

because you're gonna need them.

We got the best paninis in the Midwest,

and you never know who you're going to run into

while drinking a lager on one of our outdoor patios.

But the great thing about this city

is it'll take all you got and give you back even more,

and you will be begging for it.

Wow, that was like a professional poem.

I also do poetry and directing and acting.

I'm a musician and artist, too.

How do you find the time?

Well, it's fast-paced here. There's no waiting around.

You want to do something here, you just go and do it.

I'm sorry, what was your name?

Uh, Joe.

Joe, I am Albert.

If you do move here, hit me up.

Excuse me.

Guys...[ Camera shutter clicking ]

...uh, how would you describe your style for my website?

[ Indistinct conversations ]

Oh, no. What?

I forgot to water my...

Oh, if you would just, shh.

[ Applause ]

Thank you all for coming out

to Walker's Point Freighter Collection.

We are so excited to be a part of Fashion Fest Milwaukee.

Our collection is inspired by the people,

places, and spirit of Milwaukee

and our roots in Michigan.

So when people think fashion, they'll think

Paris, Milan, and Milwaukee, plus Michigan.

So without further ado, Walker's Point Freighter Collection.

[ Applause ]

Get going, man. Get some energy up in here.

Yeah, hey, girl.

That's a great jacket.Mm-hmm.

Kind of worried about Gene.

I think he can pull it off, don't you?

I think so.

Swagger.

Whoo.

Oh, there's Gene.

Oh, look out! Look out!

[ Laughing ] Yeah.

[ Cheers and applause ]

Wings! Look at the wings!

Oh, the wings! Look out.

[ Cheers and applause continues ]

[ Indistinct conversations ]

Yes, at 4.9% APR.

[ Text message whooshes ]

[ Text message whooshes ]

Huh.

I can't believe my boys are angels.

Seeing is believing.[ Chuckles ]

It was incredible.

I didn't even consider that fashion

could come from buildings.

Fashion comes from everywhere.

See how this makes you feel.

Really?

Thank you.

We're taking the old man to a party on a rooftop bar.

There won't be any butter burgers,

but there will be turkey burgers.

And sweet potato fries.Love fries.

I wish I could, but I've got to go to the Domes.

Have a good time, Joe.

Thanks, Gene, and great job.

Guys, family photo.

[ Camera shutter clicking ] All right. There we go.

All right. More of that. Love it, love it.

[ Clicking continues ]

[ Insects chirping ]

[ Indistinct conversations ]

Joe: Fashion comes from everywhere.

That's probably true.

As long as people all over have bodies,

they'll be figuring out how to cover them with stuff.

Freighter Collection showed me

that it especially comes from the people,

places, and buildings we like best.

My nana and her quiet home were that to me --

a place of undeniable good in the world.

And now that they're gone --

Well, I actually still have to take care of the house.

I don't know if I'll ever be able to find that again

or if I'll ever feel all right again.

I don't know.

What do I know?

That I want Sarah to see me in this jacket.

I look good.

All right. I'll go home.

If fashion comes from everywhere,

I would like to see a hat inspired by these domes.