Tuesday, November 1, 2011

To Tie Or Not To Tie

Who doesn't love long pieces of cloth worn for decorative purposes around the neck or shoulders, resting under the shirt collar and knotted at the throat? If you work an office job, you'll be wearing a tie. If you're going to a formal event, you'll be wearing a tie. If something you do requires a uniform, you'll be wearing a tie. If you like ties, you'll be wearing a tie.
They originated back in the 17th century as cravats, which look a little something like


Ever watched The Scarlet Pimpernel? Well he wears a cravat (sink me!)


 
I never knew much about ties, I always thought that one was like any other except in a different color. Turns out there are more variations than your average necktie. We've got the ascot tie, the bow tie, the bolo tie, the clip-on tie, and there are even different types of neckties like the four-in-hand necktie and the six- and seven-fold neckties. Don't get too overwhelmed though, the most common ties you'll see are the necktie and the clip-on tie:



Fun fact: The “four-in-hand” became the name of a gentlemen’s club in London

Anyway, enough of that little lecture. Out of my collection, my personal favorite is a dark navy blue silk tie that I bought here. It's sleek, comfortable to the touch, and shows the world that I'm ready to take it on.

If you're new to the whole tie thing, check out some brands that I wholeheartedly recommend: Bvlgari, Borrelli, Carlo Franco, Sam Hober, Attolini, Isaia, Marinella, and Hermes.


Do you have a favorite tie? Favorite color for a tie? Funny story involving ties? Anything tie related, feel free to share!

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