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When a Quarter Inch Makes a Big Difference: Neckties May Be Getting Wider Again

October 26, 2016

When A Quarter Inch Makes A Big Difference: Neckties May Be Getting Wider Again

A Bloomberg writer recently noticed some surprising copy in his J. Crew catalog: they’d widened their ties a quarter inch “to…

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What Necktie Alternatives Are We Looking Forward to Wearing in 2015?

January 6, 2015

What Necktie Alternatives Are We Looking Forward To Wearing In 2015?

Dutch ruff (a true ancestor of the modern necktie) Air tie, as seen on David Lynch Ascot, as seen on…

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A history of the necktie, from Chloe Chapin

January 4, 2015

A History Of The Necktie, From Chloe Chapin

A history of the necktie, from Chloe Chapin, professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology. via Sleevehead (Source: https://www.youtube.com/)

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The Foundation of a Good Necktie Wardrobe

January 15, 2014

The Foundation Of A Good Necktie Wardrobe

I don’t know anyone who wears ties that doesn’t have more neckwear than they need. Ties are relatively inexpensive, easier…

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Lower Your Tie Clip

March 26, 2013

Lower Your Tie Clip

I like this photograph of Sean Connery on a bicycle for a lot of reasons. It’s not only amusing to…

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Of course Paul Feig is wearing this tie for the Game of Thrones premiere

March 19, 2013

Of Course Paul Feig Is Wearing This Tie For The Game Of Thrones Premiere

Of course Paul Feig is wearing this tie for the Game of Thrones premiere. Of course he is.

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It’s On Sale: Drake’s of London

February 26, 2013

It’s On Sale: Drake’s Of London

The clearance sale at Drake’s ends on Thursday and it’s worth taking a look over what remains in stock (I…

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Yellow Hook Necktie Co.: Now available

January 24, 2013

Yellow Hook Necktie Co.: Now Available

Some of you may remember Rob from Brooklyn, who has been featured previously in our “real people” series. Previously, we mentioned his…

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It’s On Sale: Wool Challis Neckties

January 18, 2013

It’s On Sale: Wool Challis Neckties

While I’ve personally reduced my wardrobe down to a variety of navy neckties, the two exceptions in my closet feature…

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Seven Things Better Bought Used

October 11, 2012

Seven Things Better Bought Used

It’s sometimes easier to buy new, but there are some things that are pretty much always better bought used. Here’s…

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How It’s Made: The Necktie

July 15, 2012

How It’s Made: The Necktie

Excerpted from S2E3 of Put This On, “(New) Traditions” Filmed at the factory of Drake’s London (Source: https://player.vimeo.com/)

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The Necktie Series, Part VIII: Taking Care of Your Collection

June 8, 2011

The Necktie Series, Part VIII: Taking Care Of Your Collection

For the final installment of my special series on neckties, I thought I’d end by talking a little about how…

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It’s On eBay

July 2, 2010

It’s On EBay

Wine Red Grenadine Necktie by Jay Kos The solid color and rich texture of the grenadine necktie make it one…

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It’s On eBay

May 4, 2010

It’s On EBay

New & Lingwood Woven Tie with “Space Invaders” theme Don’t say I never did anything for you, geeks. $30 Buy…

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Harris Tweed Neckties for $30

March 1, 2010

Harris Tweed Neckties For $30

Harris Tweed Neckties for $30 You won’t get much wear out of them before the weather turns warm, but you’ll…

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