I stopped at TJ Maxx after my interview, and managed a nice score. An endcap in the dude department had a nice assortment of 3” neckties. The last time I was there, they had… one necktie, and it did not come home with me.

The style rule is the necktie should be no wider than the lapel on your jacket, so these new nooses will work well with the black sport coat I got in March.

Two from Tommy Hilfiger, and one each from Michael Kors, Bill Blass, Isaac Mizrahi and DKNY. Each sub-$10. Good additions to my other 3” tie options at home (still haven’t worn the Jerry Garcias, one of which is 3.25”), and of course, my 3.5s, skinny ties and “other” from times of yore.

#fashion #style #menswear #neckties #business

Working Safely in the Shop (1953)

"Avoid wearing a necktie, as it could get caught in the machinery."

 A necktie? Oh, yeah 1953... It tracks.

#neckties #RSTV

But here's a sneak peak at the 3 small quilt tops I finished last week. As a reminder, these are made from some of the silk neckties I'll be using.

#quilt #quilting #sewing #fabric #silk #neckties.

1991

Various ties with different patterns and designs are laid out.
There is a tie with an interesting pattern, possibly floral or abstract in design.
Tags: neckties, patterns, collection, variety, fashion accessories

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#photography #illustration #madman #nocontext #sfw #neckties #patterns #collection #variety #fashionaccessories

Two exploded neckties.

I thought this was interesting: both claim "100% silk", yet contain other materials. Nylon for (presumably) maintaining the shape of points; canvas to add bulk and rigidity; a finer weight of nylon(?) mesh to cover the canvas, so the hand-feel is lustrous and smooth, not rough.

Are they allowed to claim "100% silk"?? This seems shady.

I have a suitcase full of neckties. The plan is to upcycle these for a special project, which will probably last several months. Stay tuned ...?

#sewing #neckties #menswear #fashion

1991 A Collection of Vibrant Neckties

"This image showcases a selection of patterned neckties laid out on a table.
The ties are diverse in their designs, with some featuring bold florals and others presenting more subtle geometric patterns."
Tags: neckties, fashion accessories, clothing, patterns

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#photography #illustration #madman #nocontext #sfw #neckties #fashionaccessories #clothing #patterns

I made a neck tie skirt ages ago, which left me with loads of tie ends lying around everywhere. Well, waste not, want not.

Photographed by @nezzalonius

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The necktie is such a weird and ARBITRARY designation of being "dressed up." I am sure there's a history out there of where it came from, and someday I might go down that rabbit hole, but it needs to change.

For example, anything that fits around my neck like that makes me gag. For me wearing a tie is torture.

I used to follow a guy who always showed what tie he was wearing every day, and what knot he used to tie it. Not sure if he's still out there, but maybe he'll see this.

#Neckties