Tis the Season to Wear Bow Ties!

Tis the Season to Wear Bow Ties!

The weekend before Christmas, shoppers fall into one of the following two categories:

1. "The Planners"--- People who have been thoughtfully collecting trinkets here and there throughout the year for their loved ones.They spend the weekend before Christmas carefully wrapping presents, perhaps venturing down town for last minute purchases, listening to Christmas carols, seduced by the haunting melody of Carol of the Bells.

**And in celebration of their achievement, they may reward themselves with a modest cup of hard cider or spiked Eggnog. Because after all, by golly they deserve it!


2. "The Last Minute Shoppers"--- These people can be a dangerous breed. Most likely they have spent more time at the bar than in the stores, dancing the nights away as the holidays draw near. They have done little to no shopping whatsoever leading up to the week of Christmas.Their desperation often causes them to do unspeakable things for awesome gifts such as as a packet of silly bandz or a high pressure shower head. They are prone to extreme road rage, explicit language toward Santa look- a-likes, foaming at the mouth, and using cage fighting techniques to get little Susie that possessed Elmo Live doll she asked Santa to get her.

They are often punished for not listening to holiday sale warnings such as "one time offer," and "while supplies last," and as a result are forced to become scary improvisers. Forget that designer bag your lady friend wanted, she's getting something just as good from the back of some guy's car trunk. If you have a last minute shopper in your life, it's best to keep a six pack in the fridge at all times.


However, there is a gift that can save the last minute shopper and make them look like the stellar planner that they always aspired to be: the tie. But not just any old, plain Jane, it's been done, I'm sorry I didn't know it was Christmas until 5:30 on Christmas Eve, as ugly as they come, regular tie! Show off your unique gift buying abilities by taking it one step further and giving that special someone the gift of style with a bow tie;) Inspire them to retire last year's Santa head tie they wear for all their holiday festivities, and put some sophistication back into their wardrobe.


The amount of compliments you'll receive on your fantastic gift will prove that the bow tie is the gift that just keeps on giving!

Still unsure if the bow tie is the right thing to get Dad and your brother Tommy? Here's a list of possible holiday destinations where bow ties need no invitation.

Five Bow Tie Appropriate Holiday Gatherings

The Office Holiday Party---At least look classy!


Ugly Sweater Party-- No one said that you can't look good from the neck up;)


Christmas Dinner

New Year's Eve

New Year's Day Recovery Brunch--- You don't have to look how you feel today.

Bow Tie Lover of the Week: Pharrell Williams

Musican, producer, fashion designer, Pharrell Williams aims to please when it comes to creating pop and hip hop tracks that are worthy of busting a move on the dance floor, and sending a dope collection down the runway. Working with everyone from Jay-Z to Kanye West, Pharrell knows that it's just as important to look as good as he sounds, when hanging with guys who know how to bring New York Fashion Week chic to everyday streetwear. And Pharrell is no exception to the rule of maintaining a rad fashion sense with the help of a bow tie.












Often worn with leather jackets, patterned suit jackets, v-neck sweaters, and a sick pair of wafers, Pharrell knows how to find a balance in his closet, mixing between formal and everyday wear. Similar to Pharrell's entrepreneurial mindset, he manages to use the bow tie to bring a sense of equilibrium back into his wardrobe, effortlessly making any look convey ambition. Let Pharrell's zen-like approach to putting together a look show you that bow ties aren't just reserved for momentous occasions, and can be sported both day and/or night.


OoOTie Picks: The Black Tie, Black and Copper, the Paisley, and Do the Polka.

Fun Fact: Already bought a boat load of bow ties for the fanatic in your life, and in need of another extra something? No fear, Pharrell is here! Be sure to buy N.E.R.D.'s latest record Nothing for the rhythm-less aspiring dance fool.They'll be surprised to find that you were telling the truth after all, when you said you bought them Nothing for Christmas this year;)

Wise Words From a Bow Tie Wearer:

"If we are to survive, we must have ideas, vision, and courage. These things are rarely produced by committees. Everything that matters in our intellectual moral life begins with an individual confronting his own mind and conscience in a room by himself."---Arthur Schlesinger

Question of the Day: What kind of shopper are you?

****Remember: Even though your shopping days are dwindling, there are plenty of great gifts at OoOTie.com. Take advantage of our buy two get one free holiday special while limited supplies last;)

Pluses-- They make excellent stocking stuffers and you can relax with a beer while you visit our online store. FTW!

Minuses--...?


Good luck finishing shopping everybody!