belle cravate

When I told students that I purchased this silken wonder for $300 in a Paris shop, some of their eyes bugged out in amazement--probably because I don't often tell tall tales.

Real origin: unknown, but lately discovered at an Olympia Goodwill by one Matt Valloni. Approximate retail value $3.00. Prices lower in Canada.

roses are brown, redux

This year, with a white shirt. It only accentuated the hideousness.

fresh, new

Amazingly, I somehow managed to go all last year without wearing this pink paisley panther of a tie.

(Wall sold separately.)

back to somewhat normal

Tuesday's was just too much. This one is a little less earthshaking.

the ugliest tie in existence

Yes, my dogmatism is warranted.

Thanks to senior Megan Haughton, who, like me, is a savvy Goodwill shopper.

remiss

Yeah, this is a few days late. Sorry. Been busy.


This tie isn't tacky enough for today's high school students. In defiance of stereotypes, they demand only the best in polyester.


This little number--which isn't really that little--makes up for Tuesday's tacky deficit.

the height of tacky tie technology

No, it's no digital tie. But it doesn't need any extra wattage.



[link via BoingBoing]

garish garnish

Photo from last year. This time, I garnished a plain white Oxford with an authentic 70s-era neckpiece. Khakis and brown shoes completed the ensemble.

You can't wear this tie. You shouldn't even attempt it.