Category Archives: Ties

Social Primer Smoking Show

Two weeks ago I had the pleasure of attending the Social Primer Smoking Show.  I enlisted the company of my younger brother to make the thirteen and a half hour drive down to Charleston (perfectly timed to occur during the … Continue reading

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Throwdown: Bow Tie vs. Neck Tie

Bow Tie and Neck Tie from Starboard Clothing When it comes to neckwear there are essentially two choices, the bow tie and the neck tie (yes, you can go ascot if you are so inclined).  As of late bow ties … Continue reading

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Kiel James Patrick Five Point Fox Neckwear

A few months ago an interesting account starting appearing on my Twitter timeline.  Its subject was a fox, complete with antlers and a bow tie, an apparent New England legend. The Five Point Fox tweeted tales of his northeastern exploits … Continue reading

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Bird Dog Bay Easter Tie

Mardi Gras was last Tuesday which means many of us are just now recovering from a paczki-induced stupor (gratuitous amounts of Abita might have played a part as well).  With Mardi Gras come and gone and Lent in full swing, … Continue reading

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Pierrepont Hicks Dog Stinkhorn Tie

It’s been a fairly mild winter so far but the word is the temperatures are supposed to get pretty cold the next few days at least.  Tweed is always an excellent choice during the winter, and while it’s most commonly … Continue reading

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5-Knots Tie One On Sale

5-Knots is part online pop-up shop and part preppy lifestyle guide.  5-Knots scours brands to find those you might not have heard of yet but who are making high-quality items.  These brands are curated into a pop-up shop that lasts … Continue reading

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On the Fourth Day of Christmas: Social Primer Theta Long Tie Giveaway

After several successful seasons collaborating with Brooks Brothers, Social Primer has set out on his own to create his signature reversible neckwear.  The initial collection is now available in the Founding Father stores across the country but Cooper has also … Continue reading

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Bird Dog Bay Necktie Giveaway

There’s room for both bow ties and neckties in every closet.  It’s best to wear a mixture of both rather than exclusively wearing only one.  If you need to add a new necktie to your collection, here’s your chance to … Continue reading

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Vineyard Vines National Flag Ties

It seems like everybody is getting in the spirit for the Olympics.  National pride is at a peak and several companies are taking note.  One of those companies is Vineyard Vines and it just released its appropriately-timed  National Flag Ties ($75).

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Rainy Day Style

They say April showers bring May flowers but they can also bring damp, uncomfortable clothes if you’re not properly prepared.  There isn’t anything much worse than having to sit in class or at the office soaked to the bone and it’s … Continue reading

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