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

A BLACK TIE BOW TIE

'Tis the season for black tie events, which in most cases means suiting up like a penguin and looking about as fashion forward as a butler.  Don't fret!  Adding a bow tie to your black tie attire is the perfect way to add a bit of pop and pizzazz.  Whether it's a wedding, work holiday party, charity benefit, or New Years Eve - below is a selection of dapper bow ties sure to fit any special occasion.  Which one will you be sporting at your next black tie soiree? 

#bowtielove,
@BowTieBoy

 

1. OoOTie

2. Brooks Brothers

3. Drakes

4. Gucci

5. Whiterails Jewelry

6. Thomas Pink

7. Timo Weiland

8. Shrine

9. Le Noeud Papillon

10. J. Lindeberg

11. Duchamp

12. J. CREW

13. Tom Ford

14. Laurent Desgrange

15. Alexander McQueen

16. Monsieur Jean Yves