Tag Archives: The Knottery

Throwdown: Bow Tie vs. Neck Tie

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Nick

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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How to Dress for: The Creighton-Wichita State Game

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Nick

The Creighton-Wichita State rivalry is a relatively young one.  Though the two teams have been members of the Missouri Valley Conference from 1945 to 1948 and then again since 1976, the rivalry only really started to take off in the … Continue reading →

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How to Dress for: Air Travel

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Nick

It used to be that men and women got dressed up to fly.  It was a special occasion that called for a formal appearance.  Sadly this is usually not the case anymore.  In fact airports tend to have an abnormally … Continue reading →

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How to Dress for: The Central Michigan-Western Michigan Game

Posted on November 3, 2012 by Nick

Mrs. GLP happens to be an alumna of Western Michigan so I’d be remiss to not include the Broncos’ biggest rivalry game.  I know firsthand there is a severe distaste for the Chippewas and that distaste is mutual.  Central doesn’t … Continue reading →

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NATO Straps

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Nick

Want a way to add a subtle pop of color to an otherwise conservative outfit?  Consider switching out your watch band for a NATO strap.  Originally developed for the British Ministry of Defense, the name NATO came from the stock … Continue reading →

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How to Dress for: A Summer Wedding

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Nick

Summer wedding season is now in full swing, in fact it was almost a year ago I had a summer wedding of my own.  Several factors determine what you should wear to a summer wedding, the most important being the … Continue reading →

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It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad(ras) World

Posted on May 30, 2012 by Nick

Madras is one of the quintessential summer fabrics.  Favored during the warm weather months, it’s lightweight weave helps you stay cool under the sweltering summer sun.  Originally developed in the hot, humid climate around the southern Indian port city of … Continue reading →

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What to Wear to: The Indianapolis 500

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Nick

Wondering how you should dress if you’re venturing to Indianapolis for the 500 this weekend?  Show up in seersucker and a bow tie and you’ll stand out like a sore thumb.  The Kentucky Derby this is not.  That’s the thing … Continue reading →

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The Knottery The Longshoreman

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Nick

While my love for bow ties is apparent, there’s always room for a well-crafted and designed necktie in the mix.  When a necktie pops up that bears a striking resemblance to a certain classic prep sweater, while that’s definitely a … Continue reading →

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