I also think that's the case, he won't be thinking "oh I used to go to London every year at this time with Lilly, it's our thing", he will simply be thinking ,why shouldn't I still go to london" the same for the restaurant, he won't be thinking it's "our place",simoly it's a restaurant he likes so why shouldn't he still go there. It's simply a different view on the same action.
The copying thing is weird as fuck though.why would you wish to look like your partner's ex whom he left? The only explanation is neither of them are making the same mental connection/popular styles so unintentional. Otherwise it's disturbing,
The money thing is the more critical point though, I'd assume he's made it difficult to financially stay in thr house.
I think judges these days no longer do spousal support based on previous life style or what can be afforded by the higher earner its now done on:
What does the lower earning partner earn inc. all benefit entitlement , how much do they need to live on, the court looks at all expenses from what housing is necessary to what living expenses, and then can the higher earning partner bridge the gap between what's required for the lower earner to survive on versus the lower earners total income and the award is made of that differential.
Ability to retrain, earn/work more etc is also taken into account for the lower earner, because the courts aim is now independence for both parties.
His solicitor will be advising him on likely awards. I really think this is the area to be most cautious and well prepared on , everything else is irrelevant. 😔