Can't convince myself.

Wednesday, March 5, 2008:
I think it's funny because I haven't yet uttered dislike for any of my ties, but I think this the closest I will get. This tie is one of the first ties I bought at Brooks Brothers. It is a simple pattern in three shades of blue. Clovers made of alternative medium blue and light blue sit on a navy field. The pattern is printed on silk, and the tie is so old the label has fallen off so I am forced to use a safety pin to keep the tie under control. Sometimes silk print ties are harder to tie and produce thin knots, all adding up to a frustrating experience. Surprisingly this morning, this tie cooperated and produced a nice dimple. I decided to wear it a with my navy suit with a a brown pinstripe. I am not all together convinced I enjoyed this outfit, but I decided it was because I have never worn the suit with a tie that didn't have warm colors.

Geometric-fantastic!

Tuesday, January 29, 2008:
Today's selection was one I should have agonized over more than I actually did - it was a tie from Banana Republic and thinking back I don't necessarily know why I was attracted to it. Don't get me wrong, it's a nice tie with an interesting color combination of a silvery blue and a brownish green that brings it a lot of depth. But if I were to buy a tie right now (and I won't - how long do you think this game can go on??) this one wouldn't be the first one I picked out. But at the same time, it's one of those ties I can't wait to wear again. And if you are wondering when that will be, my best estimate is sometime in late April. Gee, I hope it's sunny because I already know which is going to be the final tie: the crowning achievement. But before that I have to wear TWO bow ties. Rough waters lie ahead. Beware!