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How the Necktie Became A Man’s Noose

March 28th, 2008 Posted in Fridays with Falls

Many men have to wear neckties each day to work, but how did this fashion accessory become a staple of “dressing up”?

Jason Falls explains the history of the necktie. He then lobbies for a cease and desist and blames the French on the whole fiasco.

  1. 5 Responses to “How the Necktie Became A Man’s Noose”

  2. By Josh Guttman on Mar 28, 2008

    hilarious!!

  3. By Alicia on Mar 29, 2008

    I’m TOTALLY behind your whole “cease and desist” on the necktie. But do you think you can do a homie a favor and include pantyhose in that whole ban? They’re pretty much the female equivalent: uncomfortable, cut off circulation, make you sweaty, etc.

  4. By Owld Grmbleton on Mar 30, 2008

    A well-groomed man is a good suit, shirt and tie looks sharp. A tie is a chance to be distinctive and original in an otherwise restrained male dress code. The only reason a tie (and buttoned up) shirt is uncomfortable is that you’re wearing clothes that are too tight. Lose weight or buy bigger sizes. And keep your clothes clean and pressed. Otherwise you will look shabby and uncomfortable.

  5. By Jason Falls on Mar 30, 2008

    Josh - Thanks. I was serious.

    Alicia - I’m fully in favor of women going bottomless. You’re request is on the list.

  6. By Jason Falls on Mar 31, 2008

    Owld: I’d rather be distinctive and original by the intelligence in my thought and speech, not the spit shine on my shoe or the arrogance in my tailoring. Sip cognac and scoff at me from your lofty perch. There’s less oxygen there so I’ll live longer.

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