How Skinny Can You Go?
These hot red and black vintage ties were on sale in the “Fit for a Vintage Gent” section of InColdStorage.Etsy.com in honor of this blog. They have long since sold, but they are still worth mentioning. One is a standard width at 2 1/2″, is textured silk that was sold at Marsh’s. The other is a black skinny tie at only 1 3/4″ wide with fluer de lys. It was made by Pilgrim.
One could definitely take these two ties on a trip where the ability to be a clothes horse is limited. One could stretch your wardrobe without having to bring an additional suit, as the two go with the same color palettes, yet differe in width and look to make one look like they are wearing a whole different outfit. The condition is impeccable, and they would be equally suited for the collector, or for someone who just wants to look good.
It made me think of how skinny ties have been as far as mainstream fashion goes. Does a bolo count? If not, to me, 2″ seems to be the thinnest. What’s the thinnest that you have seen?
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