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Bow ties are a nice sartorial addition to any wardrobe. When used correctly they can project confidence and a tad of stylistic swagger sure to earn you compliments. If you’re looking to start a collection of bow ties or add to a pre-existing stable, give Boston based OoOtie a look. They offer short limited edition [...]

Handmade in New York

Mountain & Sackett has been turning out handmade ties in New York’s garment district for 57 years and, in recent years, they’ve been going stronger than ever. Some of the credit is due Al Gore’s Internet, as it’s allowed the merchant to begin selling their high-quality silk neckwear direct to stylish guys everywhere. M&S imports [...]

A Tie With Your Name On It...Seriously

The necktie. Thanks to a timely rebirth of vintage styling, what was once the largely vilified mascot for corporate enslavement has become an expressive wardrobe necessity. But in a world full of cheaply made factory-assembled neckwear, do yourself a favor and buy a tie made by someone who cares about the fabric, the function, and [...]

Your Summer's Skinny Tie

Skinny ties are now a veteran accessory for the style seekers (hell, everybody and their mother are making them) not to mention a staple accessory for guys looking to spruce up an otherwise plain looking shirt. At least that’s what fashion editors at men’s magazines keep telling us. Regardless of whether you’re like the GP [...]

Rebel Rabbits for Your Easter Outfit

If celebrating Easter is part of your plans this weekend, try mixing up your look with a little help from Psycho Bunny. Definitely in line with the obligatory pastel color schemes that will blind many an onlooker come Sunday, they’re certainly formal enough to the casual on looker, while subtlety expressing your inner badass. Made [...]

Restating the Case of the Classic Silk Striped Tie

Kids in Brooklyn and the fashion powers-at-large may be doing their damndest to convince the world the skinny tie is king, but that doesn’t mean they’re necessarily right. Standing firmly in defense of the classic male look obtained with the help of bold colorful stripes, Smart Turnout’s series of “Old School Ties” are the perfect [...]

When it comes to tie knots, does one size fit all or should I have a few in my repertoire? Casey – Peoria, IL

Heirloom Quality Tie. Brooks Brothers Price.

Gear Patrol has written about Vittorio J ties in the past, to great laud. Recently, we got the chance to try on a few pieces from Vittorio J’s new Exclusive Collection, a hand-numbered limited edition set of ties that hails from old world tailoring. These are the Mercedes of ties.

By Gear Patrol reader Mitch Granger For most of us, dressing for work involves little thought. We wake up, put on the obligatory pieces of clothing that insure we’re appropriately dressed based on our position and office environment, and walk out the door to greet the day. While there is nothing necessarily wrong with this [...]

Wherever your political credences reside, it’s undeniable that our new Commander In Chief can also command a suit. At the Inaugural Ball on January 20th, Mr. Obama paired a bowtie along with his tuxedo and, though little is special about a bow tie+tuxedo, this wasn’t just any old bow tie.

12 Months Of Prep This past weekend Anthony made an appearance at a prep themed MBA party in Chicago. Ironically, he’s not pursuing an MBA but that’s neither here nor there. Regardless, while packing he seeked out prepster sartorial advice in me. Long story short, Anthony went dressed as Eric Yang, or what he claimed [...]

Democrat or Republican, Support Your Party With Ties

Now that the Democratic and Republican conventions are finally upon us, there’s no avoiding politics. We suggest subtly showing your party support with these classic Elephant and Donkey printed ties from Vineyard Vines. You are, after all, a man of discerning taste. Made of 100% silk, these ties are reasonably priced to fit your budget [...]

Sure, you know how to tie a tie. But do you know more than one way to do it? Every man should know at least two of the three common knots. Ties come in all different shapes and sizes and the proper knot is crucial to complete an ensemble. The three most common knots are [...]

Amp up your wardrobe with one of J.Crew’s new slightly preppy, but laid back Italian silk knit skinny ties. About 2 inches at it’s widest point, the Italian made ties will pair with your white oxford shirts and a pair of chinos. Throw a blazer and sockless wingtips with it and you’ll slide right into [...]