Emblematic Tie Sources

[PorterSq]

Hi all,

I'm a big fan of emblematic ties and have really enjoyed reading through the threads where folks shared pictures of their collection.

I was searching for a thread that offered a list of sources for emblematics and couldn't find one. Does anyone have info to share beyond BB, Vineyard Vines, LE? Affordable options especially appreciated!

Thanks!

[PJC in NoVa]

J. Press, Ben Silver, and:

http://www.countryties.com/silk_wool_ties.htm

http://shop.oconnellsclothing.com/silk_club_ties.php

http://www.bensonandclegg.com/catalo...hp?cPath=55_57

[PorterSq]

Thanks, PJC.

I should add that if folks have Marshalls or Filene's Basement near them, I noticed this week that both have a selection of BB emblematics ($19) as well as some VV ones ($19 at Marshalls, $29 at Filene's Basement). The BBs are "irregulars," although I couldn't detect anything wrong with them.

[Mad Hatter]

HF had some. Since their outlets have closed, I'm not aware of where they're available other than maybe the website.

[PJC in NoVa]

Originally Posted by PorterSq

Thanks, PJC.

I should add that if folks have Marshalls or Filene's Basement near them, I noticed this week that both have a selection of BB emblematics ($19) as well as some VV ones ($19 at Marshalls, $29 at Filene's Basement). The BBs are "irregulars," although I couldn't detect anything wrong with them.

There are large batches of BB ties labeled "irregular" at FB, indeed, and I also can't see anything wrong with them. A good deal at $19.99 a pop, if you ask me. Haven't seen any emblematics, though. Mostly embroidered foulards.

[CMDC]

I saw a bunch of these BB irregulars here in DC over the weekend. I looked at them pretty closely and the only thing that I could find wrong with them was that some of the stitching was a tad off on the narrow part of the tie--the part that would be completely hidden once the tie was tied.

[My Pet, A Pantsuit]

I'm sure that most of you know this already, but a lot of those BB irregulars are at least ten years old, from the Marks & Spencer days. Look on the label; if the B's are looped on the bottom, they're old.

[PJC in NoVa]

In terms of emblematics, I should also mention that Wm. Fox & Co. in DC has some real beauties.

Prices are at about the Ben Silver level. Ties are very, very nice.

If I were shopping from a distance, I'd call or email and ask if they could snap a few digital pics and beam them to me.

http://www.wmfox.com/hours.htm

[paul winston]

I can't resist! In addition to our clothing wing- Winston Tailors - we have a small tie company- Chipp2. We make ties for companies, clubs, etc.( My web site- www.chipp2.com- pictures the 90 breeds of dogs that we make.) When we were a "retailer" we had carved a niche making "off beat" emblematic ties. We still get calls for some of our well known designs. ( I copyrighted many because I thought they were so cleaver that I was sure a large manufacturer would "pirate" them. No one ever tired. Ah, the ego! ) Any one who would like one of the old flyers can give me a call or send me their address.
Paul Winston - 212 687-0850
Winston Tailors
www.chipp2.com
www.chipp2.com/blog/

[PorterSq]

Originally Posted by My Pet, A Pantsuit

I'm sure that most of you know this already, but a lot of those BB irregulars are at least ten years old, from the Marks & Spencer days. Look on the label; if the B's are looped on the bottom, they're old.

Wow - I, for one, didn't know that. I do believe most of the BB ties I've picked up from Marshalls and the do have looped Bs, but I'll check tonight.

Interesting info - thank you.

[Cardinals5]

Originally Posted by paul winston

I can't resist! In addition to our clothing wing- Winston Tailors - we have a small tie company- Chipp2. We make ties for companies, clubs, etc.( My web site- www.chipp2.com- pictures the 90 breeds of dogs that we make.) When we were a "retailer" we had carved a niche making "off beat" emblematic ties. We still get calls for some of our well known designs. ( I copyrighted many because I thought they were so cleaver that I was sure a large manufacturer would "pirate" them. No one ever tired. Ah, the ego! ) Any one who would like one of the old flyers can give me a call or send me their address.
Paul Winston - 212 687-0850
Winston Tailors
www.chipp2.com
www.chipp2.com/blog/

I purchased a beagle tie from Chipp2, and have one or two Chipp originals, and can not say enough about the quality for the price of the dog emblematics - you should get one even if you don't have a dog!

[PJC in NoVa]

Printed emblematics are often more "affordable," so as per the OP's request, here's a source:
http://www.woodsofshropshire.co.uk/s...s/country-ties

I personally own a couple; they're not bad at all for the price.

Pakeman, Catto & Carter also has some in the "woven ties" section of its website (it has woven emblematics, too), but they're all pricier than what Wood's has on offer.

[My Pet, A Pantsuit]

Originally Posted by PorterSq

Wow - I, for one, didn't know that. I do believe most of the BB ties I've picked up from Marshalls and the do have looped Bs, but I'll check tonight.

Interesting info - thank you.

My pleasure. FYI, I think the only current items that BB sells that use the underside loops today are the BB watches.