FASHION WEEK. BOW TIES. YES.

Classic and creative takes on the bow tie were abundant during fashion week. Check out some highlights below and spread the #bowtielove.

#1-7 : Michael Bastian

#8-9 : Alexander McQueen

My Opinion: I'm really feeling Michael Bastian and these professor-casual-yet-model-sexy bow ties. The velvet in #4 could easy transition from work day to dressed up dinner. Alexander McQueen presented spectacular formal bow ties which I am sure are much more impressive in person (I own much - the photos do NO justice).

#1-3 : Ermenegildo Zegna

#4-9 : Etro

My Opinion: Zegna's sharp edges make a bold statement to rock the night. I'm obsessed with how masculine, sleek, & sexy these look on three different outfits. Etro's craziness (feathers? yes!) could transform your mass market H&M suit into a complete unique look (assuming you have the shoes to pull it off). While I wouldn't promote neck feathers on a daily basis, I would highly suggest you sport them for a fun benefit or other memorable occasion.

#1-8 : Marlon Gobel

#9 : Billy Reid

My Opinion: Marlon Gobel presented quite an array of bow ties. Some (ahem #3-4) I really don't understand, but I am chalking that up to the photo. #4 also seems rather hard juxtaposed on a black shirt, but Gobel went for it and I respect that. There doesn't seem to be a coherent theme, but when your models are wearing chic gladiator gear, a theme may be hard to tame. Finally, Billy Reid presented one bow tie, and I am completely enamored with this diamond-cut beauty. Understated, well-proportioned, and beautiful knot. Touché boys. All photos compliments of GQ.

Last note: I want to send a major thank you to MoMA The Museum of Modern Art for profiling me and my bow ties in their Inside/Out blog. Check out the article here, like/share it on Facebook here, and retweet it on Twitter here.

#bowtielove,
@BowTieBoy