The modern men’s necktie as we know it today has been around for over 100 years, and it continues to be the perfect accessory with which to express one’s personality and to complete an outfit. Brand new ties are produced worldwide, including in the United States, Europe, and Asia. Neckties are constructed of silk, polyester, cotton and various other blends. Vintage ties are available in a variety of fabrics, designs and color combinations no longer produced today, which is what makes these accessories so popular. You’ve seen vintage neckties at yard sales, flea markets, and even online. They are the kind of ties your father, grandfather, and uncle wore to work, family functions, even while mowing the lawn!

In my article “Great Reasons To Own Men’s Vintage Ties”, I discussed some reasons people prefer men’s vintage ties:

-To express their unique sense of style with one-of-a-kind ties,

-To celebrate the original designs by wearing ties from a particular era, and

-To enjoy those styles which are no longer produced today.

Here are some more great reasons to wear men’s vintage ties:

Become a Collector of American History

People collect many things for many reasons. Collecting men’s vintage neckties is much like collecting American vintage cars, because they are beautiful and functional examples of American design. And they are much more affordable! Men’s neckwear was already big business before the Second World War, and with shortages in Europe after the war, it became even bigger. In 1952 alone, 191 million ties were manufactured, and relatively speaking, very few have survived.

Those that did are made of interesting fabrics, patterns, colors and novelty themes which are no longer made today. Mirror image, glow in the dark and pinup girl ties are but a sampling of all the unusual ties produced throughout the years. And, as with other vintage clothing, what’s wonderful about collecting men’s vintage neckties is that you can actually wear them!

Theater, Movie and Historical Costume Wardrobes

There’s nothing like using a genuine article of period clothing when outfitting an actor or historical reenactor. Necktie styles, patterns and color combinations are hard to recreate and doing so can be time consuming. The fabric used to create the wonderful sheen found in many vintage ties is no longer available. In these cases the men’s vintage tie is a perfect solution. For authenticity and originality, nothing beats the real thing.

Go Green by Recycling

Many people are concerned about the ever growing population of the world and the limited resources available to sustain mother earth, and they have turned to living a more environmentally friendly lifestyle. There are many ways to be eco-friendly. One way is to reduce one’s carbon footprint by the way you go about your daily living: cycling versus driving to work, purchasing clothing and bedding made of sustainable bamboo, and making one’s own cleaning solution from natural products, to name a few. Recycling is considered a way of making a positive impact. Instead of purchasing new ties, why not go green with vintage ties? You will reduce the size of our landfills, and you'll save a functional accessory which provides the perfect finishing touch to any outfit.

Conclusion

If you weren’t already a fan of men’s vintage neckties, then you probably now see the merits of owning and wearing them, as they provide a perfect opportunity for you to incorporate unique ties into your wardrobe. In many cases for much less than the cost of new ties, vintage neckties are the neckwear of choice. They are a great way to round out your collection and to freshen up your wardrobe in a fun and fashionable way. A wide variety is available online if you try a search for “mens vintage ties”, “vintage designer ties” and “vintage novelty ties” and “vintage skinny ties”. Whatever your reasons for turning to vintage ties, you’ll love going retro with these nostalgic men’s ties!

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