The Tie that Binds

        Okay, so maybe I'm a little weird, but I love to wear ties.  I especially collect paisley ties.  Ties can add both character and class to an outfit.  But why is it often the last item that is picked out?  I find that if I see my ties hanging before me, I get inspiration for my next outfit nearly effortlessly.  After all, a tie shows you all the colors that you can include for your shirt, pants or other bottoms, over coat, suit, vest, and, even your shoes.
        I've also noticed that colors that I would have never thought to put together are some how automatically okay when you have a tie that binds it all together.  Trust me, I've seen some odd combinations thrown together out there.  Most times I just attribute it to obvious colorblindness, ignorance, or unfortunately the "I-don't-cares".  But ties can be almost magical in it's instant unifying qualities.
        Having that all in mind will cut down your shopping time because you have now eliminated unnecessary options and can now focus on a select few.  Ask yourself which one of your color options would work best as a top/bottom/accent or accessory color? Envision the end product but save room for adjustments.
         As a female, when I wear a tie, it makes me feel "out-of-the-box".  It's just another way for me to express my individuality and creativity.  I even love wearing a tie when I don't have a collar to tuck it under.  To me, it becomes like a fancy necklace to adorn my neck with, also making the most subtle attire stand out with pride.  I find these ties for only 1 dollar at the salvation army.  I've noticed that most people don't mangle their ties and I feel no shame in wearing them.  They don't carry that pre-worn look so nobody's going to know.  The only down fall is picking through the ancient, out-dated ones to find the one that sparks your eye.  I also recently had the experience of shopping at men's warehouse with a client of mine and it was tie heaven.  I saw there a tie that I had only dreamed about and it will ,one day, adorn my neck.
     
        So F.Y.I next time you go shopping;
                                                     1) Consider the tie first
                                                     2) note all your color options to cut down time
                                                     3) envision the end product
                                                     4) Don't be afraid to step out of the box

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