Beachcombing on Block Island.

The traditional method: light a flare on Mohegan Bluffs to confuse a ship, make it flounder on the rocks, then salvage the cargo.

The modern approach, more benign but still rewarding; put on this seersucker sour, hang out at the National Hotel, or mosey over to the boat basin around sunset. An approving glance. A little conversation. Soon you’re invited to cocktails, gleaning stock tips, who knows…

People are just naturally inclined to open up when you look like you’ve got it all anyway.

Seersucker Pants (No. 6591). A versatile springtime style in a modern trim fit. Classic dress pant in breathable seersucker. Extended tab waistband. Interior bracer buttons. Zip fly. Cuffed hem. Imported.