Abstract: A modular necktie includes a knot enclosure having an attachment channel, a fabric stem that is configured to insert into the attachment channel, and a tie portion that is secured to the fabric stem such that the tie portion extends downwardly from the knot enclosure when the fabric stem is inserted into the attachment channel. The knot enclosure can couple to a wearer's shirt in various ways including via a recess that is configured to receive a button of a wearer's shirt or via lateral collar wings that allow a collar band or ratcheting strips to be used. Various types of electronic components can be included in the knot enclosure.
Abstract: A modular necktie with simulated knot detachably affixable to a fabric stem and elongated fabric tie, the knot enclosure comprising a microphone and wireless transmission means in some embodiments. The knot enclosure may comprise a ratcheting mechanism and may be formed from a plurality of interconnected components.