Maybe you can’t wear a Star Trek uniform to the office every day, but these ties from the Original Series are a perfect geeky accent, and the solid colors go with so many things. They are dyed to match the uniforms from TOS, and the insignia on the Enterprise delta shield at the bottom matches the corresponding division.
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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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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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Sure you can make a tie out of duct tape at home, but this version is pre-made to exacting specifications. It’s formal enough for work, but casual enough for the garage.
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Still searching for a Father’s Day gift? Well, the search is over thanks to the Pillow Tie.
Sure, getting a tie usually sucks, but the Pillow Tie is different. A mouthpiece at the end allows you to inflate the tie so it can be used as a pillow for quick naps at work, or at weddings, or wherever a suit is necessary.
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Share your preference for how you prefer your fine steaks to be cooked with this interesting hot pink center tie. Too rare is damn near inedible and overcooked is flavorless, the only question is what suit you own to wear this white tie with.
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The fact that the human brain can control the whole body but lacks self-understanding leads us to one of two conclusions: Either neurons aren’t cool enough to gain the recognition they deserve, or there’s something they don’t want us to know. Either way the results are the same: nobody who sees this design on a tie is going to understand what the hell they’re looking at.
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We all know what black tie affairs are, but this necklace introduces the Gold Tie Affair. The necklace made of gold tiles fits the bill for your jewelry needs and the tie design gives it a touch of class.
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