Been thinking about wearing a bolo tie, but afraid you'll look goofy in it? Here's your how to wear a bolo tie guide, partner.| The Art of Manliness
A Madras plaid tie makes a sharp addition to the summer wardrobe. The one I’m wearing is from Ralph Lauren. I bought it last spring for $6.99 at Unique Thrift Store in Riverdale, NY. The r…| Thrift Store Preppy
Since the move to South Carolina last summer, I’ve had a chance to scout thrift stores in my area and … More| Thrift Store Preppy
My wife and I recently made a trip down to Middleburg, VA for the spring point-to-point races at Glenwood Park. … More| Thrift Store Preppy
In his book Class: A Guide Through The American Status System, cultural critic Paul Fussell presents a concise analysis of ties and their class significance in America. I am posting the text of t…| Thrift Store Preppy
“Hi, my name is Preppy Croc, and I’m a tie-o-holic.” If you’ve never been to this meeting before, the correct response in a very affirming tone would be, “Hi, Preppy …| Thrift Store Preppy
I always check the tie rack of any thrift store because there will inevitably be a gem lurking among the horrid polyester designs. Yesterday, I found a perfectly good 100% cotton madras plaid ti…| Thrift Store Preppy
A key assumption of Granovetter’s (1973) Strength of Weak Ties theory is that strong ties are embedded by being part of triangles, whereas weak ties are not embedded by being created towards disconnected nodes. This assumption have been tested by calculating the traditional clustering coefficient on binary networks created with increasing cut-off parameters (i.e., creating […]| Tore Opsahl
The method used to operationalise ties’ strength into weights affects the outcomes of weighted networks measures. Simply assigning 1, 2, and 3 to three different levels of tie strength might not be appropriate as this scale might misrepresent the actually difference among the three levels (using an ordinal scale). In this post, I highlight issues […]| Tore Opsahl
Upgrade your tie game with expert tips on matching ties with shirts. From basic combinations to advanced pairings, elevate your style with ease.| The Art of Manliness
The necktie's uncertain future: a deep dive into the cultural commentary and evolving trends of this iconic accessory.| The Art of Manliness
One of things that I’m most drawn to about clothes is their texture, their tactile qualities, and this is especially true of ties. I like picking a tie up from the display table in a department store and feeling it. I started this habit way back when I was a teenager and began wearing ties […]| The Art of Manliness
If you're a man who dislikes ties, is it advisable to wear a suit without one? Can you do so and still look stylish and appropriately dressed?| The Art of Manliness
I decided to run an amateur social experiment to see if one tiny strip of colored fabric could truly make a difference in my professional life.| The Art of Manliness
If you’ve already mastered the art of tying your own tie, consider stepping up your game by adding a subtle dimple, sure to make you stand out.| The Art of Manliness
Scarves are a great way to stay toasty warm when the winter winds come biting. But many men don't know how to tie a scarf in a masculine and confident way.| The Art of Manliness
For weddings or important business meetings, the hefty full Windsor tie know is the way to go. Learn how to tie it with this handy illustrated guide.| The Art of Manliness
A step-by-step visual guide to tying a half-windsor knot| The Art of Manliness