TIE fighting? Not anymore. Japan’s Kotobukiya have released these plated brass Star Wars lightsaber tie tacks representing both Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker’s saber handles. The downside is that they only seem to be available in Japan.
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It’s basically just a red bow tie, but its the only red bow tie that has the distinction of being an officially licensed Doctor Who product. Accept no red bow tie substitutes.
For added authenticity, pair it with the official 11th Doctor’s jacket.
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If you thought bow ties couldn’t possibly get any geekier—take a look at the evidence. Bonus nerd points for being a clip-on.
Check out the Superman version after the break.
Sadly, this circuit board tie won’t get you any closer to your dream of becoming a cybernetic superhero, but you can definitely get the look—especially if you wear the matching shirt.
Somebody fast track that guy I saw wearing the tie with a little sombrero dude riding a dinosaur. I like the cut of his jib. Good upper management material.
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If you find conventional tie knots increasingly boring, check out these “5 new ways to tie a tie” graphics. Once you see how impractical, dangerous and ugly they are, you’re sure to re-embrace the trusty half windsor.
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From CubicleBot: It looks like an ordinary tie from the front, but the back hides built-in bubble wrap that you can discreetly play with when you are stressed out at work.
Unfortunately it’s only a concept at this point, which is just as well considering that the bubble wrap would be exhausted before lunch time. On the plus side, there are bubble wrap keychains that can keep you popping all day long.
(Microworks via Incredible Things)
From CubicleBot… If you commute on a bicycle, especially at night, then proper safety equipment is a must. This retroreflector tie, designed by Jasna Sokolovic and Noel O’Connell, is made with reflective fabrics, so you will be “highly visible” to oncoming cars. However, since you’re supposed to ride with traffic, the only cars that will see this thing will be on the other side of the road. However, I guess you could always swing it around and wear it on your back.
(Design Indaba via PSFK via OhGizmo!)
From That’s Nerdalicious!: Displaying your love of sizzling strips of pork belly with this bacon tie will allow you to instantly identify the food preferences of those around you through smiles and/or looks of disgust. However, if you want to keep your lips firmly planted on your boss’ buttcheeks, it’s probably best to find out which way he/she leans before you wear this bad boy to the office.
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Well, it’s a Master Control tie on a shirt. Someone should just make a actual tie with this Tron-themed design. Hell, the shirt hasn’t even been printed yet. In order for that to happen, you’ll have to vote up the design on Threadless.
(via Threadless)
