Abstract: An extended use-life improved tie comprises a first tie flap (2) made of an impermeable and flexible material operatively coupled to a rigid element (3), said rigid element being coupled to one or more tie flap (4, 5) having end portions (6, 7) which can be coupled to one another.

Abstract: A permanently knotted tie having an adjustable neck band is described. The tie comprises a tapered tubular section having a tie front section depending longitudinally therefrom and a tailpiece section depending longitudinally therefrom in the opposite direction to the front section. The tailpiece section is passed around the wearer's neck and the free end thereof is inserted through the tubular section to lie behind the front section, when viewed from the front. Releasable fastening means are provided to releasably secure the tailpiece section to either the front section or the tubular section.

Abstract: A necktie with fixing device embodies a simple, self-contained, convenient and more economic way to maintain a necktie in place. The fixing device comprises an anchoring member that is secured to the rear surface of the wide end of the necktie, an elastic member secured to center of the anchoring member, a small magnet that is secured to the end of the elastic member opposite that secured to the anchoring member, and a hook extending from the magnet. The elastic member is long enough to allow the magnet to engage a zipper, belt buckle or other metallic fastening element of a clothing article, and allow the hook to removably engage fastening elements of clothing articles such as zippers, belt buckles and buttons. The combined securing action of the magnet and hook allow the fixing device to maintain the wide end of a necktie in place.

Abstract: The invention relates to a multipurpose necktie (1) with an overall length consisting of a neck portion (2) of one width, a tie portion (3), and a front apron (4). The tie portion can be tied to a knot. The multipurpose necktie is made in one piece and variable in that at least one foldable portion of the front apron of a first length of at least 15 cm is constructed from at least two freely foldable flaps. An additional possibility of variation is provided by an adjustability of the overall length of the multipurpose necktie, the overall length being repeatedly variable, and/or by an adjustability of the width of neck portion (2), the width being repeatedly variable. Furthermore, a method is provided, which uses the multiple usability of the multipurpose necktie with advantage. The multipurpose necktie of the present invention is characterized by its variety for different occasions, be they of the formal or casual kind.

Abstract: The present invention is directed towards a necktie assembly having a separate simulated knot assembly and necktie blade. The simulated knot assembly includes a frustum that has a necktie passageway therethrough. The necktie blade has a front apron with a proximal section and a distal section. A neckband extends from the proximal section of the front apron. In use, the necktie blade passes through the necktie passageway in the frustum, and attaches to a portion of the simulated knot assembly. Because the simulated knot assembly and necktie blade are separate pieces, stylish combinations of simulated knot assemblies and necktie blades can be worn.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a shirt with an incorporated necktie retainer. The cloth retainer is used to anchor two hanging termini of a necktie, so the ends don't encumber the wearer. The vertically directed retainer has a place for two button holes that slip onto the shirt buttons after passing through the longitudinal name tag on the back of the wider hanging portion of a necktie. The retainer has the same resemblance to the shirt in color, texture, material, design etc. because it is just the lower continuation of the button front. Namely the side with the holes where the bottom goes through, at the lowest portion of the shirt. The retainer extends two hole lengths below the end of the shirt front. There is an appropriate type of stitching that allows the retainer to be cut off and apart from the shirt without any loose frayed ends.

Abstract: An invisible tie restraint replaces the standard tie tack or tie bar for restraining a necktie onto a shirt or blouse front. The restraint is simple and inexpensive, being made of a single piece of flat treated cloth, paper or plastic. In one embodiment he restraint comprises an upper end, a lower end, and a body connecting the two ends, the body containing a multiplicity of notch pairs. The lower end contains a loop entry into which the upper end is inserted, drawing the body through until one of the notch pairs reaches a "stop" position while capturing the label of the necktie within the looped formed thereby. The restraint is attached to the shirt front by attaching a shirt button into a button hole formed in the upper end of the restraint. In other embodiments the restraint takes the form of a modified label, the label having a tab into which the button hole is formed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a necktie made of leather, textiles or flexible material with a collar for fastening the tie around the neck and a front apron fitted to the collar, whereby the front apron (5) is made of at least three braided bands (2, 3, 4).

Abstract: Unisex Netsuke art neck wear provides a unique, elegant, affordable, durable and maintenance free neck wear in place of cloth necktie for use by men and women. The carved netsuke art object is made of a polymer or crushed marble. The simplicity of the double overhand or the triple overhand knot on the cord that keeps the carved netsuke art object against the shirt collar is a great feature. While being a very secure knot, it is also very simple and easy to tie and untie. The cord is made of silk or supple leather. Besides being a revival of centuries old art form, unisex netsuke art neck wear gives a dress-down appearance while assuring an elegant dressy look.

Abstract: A pocketed necktie for holding items therein. The pocketed necktie includes front and back tie panels. The outer perimeters of the front and back tie panels are coupled together. A neck strap is also provided and has first and second ends. The first end of the neck strap is coupled to the back tie panel. The second end of the neck strap is detachably attached to the back tie panel. The pocketed necktie also has front and back pocket panels. The outer perimeters of the front and back pocket panels are coupled together to define a pocket space between the front and back pocket panels. The back pocket panel is coupled to the back tie panel. The back pocket panel has an elongate slit therethrough providing an opening into the pocket space.

Abstract: A method of tying neckties is presented whereby users can avoid the common frustration of repeated tying to achieve the desired lengths of the two ends of the tie to ultimately position the tie at a desired distance from neck down. The method includes tying the tie initially to the wearer's satisfaction, then marking the desired lengths, first on the wide end by removing the wide end from the knot while holding the narrow end in place against the wearer's neck, and then on the narrow end after retying by reinserting the wide end through the knot. A preferred embodiment of the invention includes markers made of commercially available flexible double-sided adhesive to hold the two ends of the tie together thereby providing the additional benefit of preventing flapping.

Abstract: A necktie includes a wide portion having one or more openings which allow the narrow portion of the necktie to pass through the openings. The openings can take the form of slits or shaped cut-outs. The wide portion preferably contains a first design or color, and the narrow portion contains a second design or color. When the narrow portion is passed through the openings, at least part of the narrow portion becomes visible when the necktie is worn, and the necktie assumes a design which represents a combination of the first and second designs. For example, the wide portion can depict an animal, with the narrow portion depicting the tongue of the animal. In another example, the wide portion can depict a musician, with the narrow portion representing an instrument being played by the musician. The invention therefore provides a necktie in which the narrow portion, which would otherwise be hidden from view and not used effectively, assists in creating an overall design for the necktie.

Abstract: A simple and effective apparatus for anchoring a tie to a wearer's shirt, which presents the best possible appearance at all times while keeping the tie clean, safe and out of harms way. In addition, the apparatus may be easily mounted on virtually any tie with minimal time and expense. The apparatus has two parallel rails attached to the back of a tie, which provide support for a horizonal collar with a slot. The horizonal collar is configured to travel along the vertical rails. An elongated member is adapted for vertical movement inside the slot of the horizonal collar. The elongated member may have button holes suitable for connection to a wearer's shirt.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to improved apparatus and method for providing a necktie restraining apparatus. The present invention employs a fusion cloth to stiffen necktie material so that it may be employed as vertical and horizontal members on an apparatus for securing a four-in-hand necktie to a shirt button while automatically adjusting to compensate for changes in the amount of slack on the necktie. An improved method of manufacture of such a necktie restraint apparatus is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a necktie comprising a wide end with a front side and a back side, a narrow end with a front side and a back side. The necktie has a means for connecting the wide end to the narrow end, and a means for forming a pocket on the back side of the wide end. A method for securing valuables in a pocket attached to the back of a necktie is also provided.

Abstract: A device for the storage of valuables in decorative fabric neckwear consisting of a hidden or stealth storage pocket removably attached to decorative neckwear such as a tie, scarf, ascot, or kerchief. The dismountable storage pocket may be removed and reattached to one or multiple pieces of neckwear having fasteners such as buttons, snaps, hook and loop, or other conventional fasteners mounted in positions corresponding to mating fasteners mounted upon the storage pocket. The dismountable storage pocket may be removed and remounted to many different pieces of decorative neckwear as a unit, without disturbing the contents of the storage pocket allowing the storage pocket to function as a wallet or purse for valuables while concurrently offering a non obvious hiding place for valuables or other contents.

Abstract: A towel of predetermined shape and an adjustable clasp to be worn by a human being around the neck and of the type having a towel (10) of predetermined length and width and whose perimeter is covered on both surfaces with fabric binding (12) that is sewn in place with conventional thread stitching. The adjustable clasp is comprised of a pliable material of predetermined length and width that is wrapped in a circle of predetermined diameter to form inner band (26) which is encircled by outer band (27) and at conjunct (30) inner band end (26A), outer band end (27A), and transitional segment (25) are bonded together. The clasp is fastened to the towel by passing one end of the towel into the inner band and the other end of the towel into the outer band and this fastening forms neck band section (22) which is positioned around the neck and can be reduced or enlarged by moving the clasp up or down the towel section that is comprised of the combined wipe area bottom (20) and wipe area top (18).

Abstract: A new bolo tie and method of fabrication for constructing a novel appearance of a bolo clasp. The inventive device includes a bolo clasp having a predetermined shape. The bolo clasp has a front portion and a rear portion. The front portion has an arcuate outer surface and a planar inner surface. The rear portion extends outwardly from the planar inner surface. The rear portion has a pair of apertures therethrough. The arcuate outer surface of the front portion has a recess formed therein. A layer of epoxy is disposed within the recess. A decorative stone is secured within the recess by the layer of epoxy. A length of cord has opposed free ends received through the pair of apertures of the bolo clasp. A pair of agelets are secured to the free ends of the length of cord.

Abstract: This invention relates to the use of the conventional necktie as a source of information or for communicating a message in text and/or graphic, either by printing, painting, embroidering, or by thermal, chemical, and physical bonding to the surface of the necktie.

Abstract: A necktie securing device for securing to a shirt front a necktie having a tail, an apron and a label, the label being attached to a rear surface of the apron, to a shirt front when the tail is disposed within an opening formed by the label and the apron, includes a first clip demountably attachable to the tail and having a first VELCRO material covered joining surface and a second clip demountably attachable to an overlapping edge of the shirt front and having a second joining surface covered by complementary VELCRO material, the second joining surface of the second clip being engageable with the first joining surface of the first clip.

Abstract: A wardrobe management system having a log book in a calendar format with specified areas therein for recording garment identification and alpha-numeric information, a plurality of garment marking tags having garment type and numerical information recorded thereon, a plurality of fastening devices for use in removably securing marking tags to garments without permanent damage to the garments, and at least one storage container for housing the marking tags, the fastening devices, and small garment accessories, such as suit pocket handkerchiefs, jewelry, and scarves. Applications may include, but are not limited to, use in organizing men's and women's business wardrobes to ensure no repetition of clothing worn at functions attended by the same groups of people.

Abstract: A pre-tied easily removable necktie includes an elongated strand of relatively soft, fabric having a relatively narrow end and a relatively wide end in overlapping relationship, tied to provide a permanent, adhesively fused knot therein and wherein a pair of tails extend away from the knot; and a relatively inelastic neck belt removably secured between the pair of tails, the neck belt having an elastic portion spliced between opposite ends thereof. A method of forming the pre-tied necktie includes the steps of:a) tying the tie to include a full Windsor knot;b) smoothing out any pleats or puckers in the fabric where the fabric exits the knot;c) injecting a heat activatable adhesive into the knot, between layers of the fabric within the knot;d) placing the tie in a microwave oven and subjecting the tie to microwave heating to thereby activate the adhesive; ande) curing the adhesive within the knot to form a relatively rigidified knot construction.

Abstract: A knotless, interchangeable neckwear device incorporates a vertically elongated necktie panel, a male quick connect buckle component and a female quick connect buckle component collectively positioned in front of the wearer's neck by a looped connecting means detachably secured to an adjustable non-elastic neckband. The engaged male and female quick connect buckles are always directly visible by someone facing the front of the wearer. The quick connect buckles replace the traditional four-in-hand knot as a decorative design element and may be formed of materials such as wood, metal, or colored plastic providing an interesting and attractive appearance. The necktie panel is supported by the quick connect buckle components in a manner that allows for ready adjustment of the length of the front or display apron of the necktie panel according to a wearer's preference.

Abstract: A necktie restraining shirt is designed to selectively restrain or conceal the rear tail portion of a necktie. In a first embodiment, the shirt is provided with a small opening into which the rear tail portion of a necktie can be inserted. In a second embodiment, the shirt is provided with a loop of material through which the rear tail portion of the necktie can be positioned with the front portion of the necktie then overlying the tail portion so as to conceal it. In a third embodiment, the shirt is provided with both an opening to receive the rear tail portion of the necktie and a loop of material for receiving the front visible portion of the necktie. In this latter embodiment, the tail portion is concealed inside the shirt while the loop of material functions in the manner of a tie pin so as to prevent the front portion of the necktie from flopping around.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a bolo having a string like portion and a gripping portion. The string like portion has a first and second end. The bolo portion is attached to a tie-like or blade portion having an upper side and lower side, a face and a rear, and a first hole and second hole. In the gripping portion of the bolo is received by the first hole. The bolo is then placed through the gripping portion. The ends of the string like portion then pass through the second hole from the rear to the front thereby exposing the first end and the second end and anything attached to them.

Abstract: A necktie having a pocket features a strip having a first end, a second end, and a length between the ends. The strip is formed of a flattened tubular fabric material, creating an ornamented side and a body side with a cavity between the two sides. Each side of the strip has a first and a second surface. The second surface of the ornamental side lies adjacent to the first surface of the body side. The pocket is attached to the second surface of the ornamental side, fitting within and extending to the edges of the strip. The opening of the pocket is generally accessible to a wearer of the necktie.

Abstract: A necktie of the bolo type style is disclosed. The necktie includes a tie member disposable in a loop including first and second display portions and an interconnecting central portion. The display portions, sized with a larger diameter than a conventional bolo cord, are generally cylindrical and have a relatively smooth surface. A covering sheath snugly covers the display portion core and may bear one of any number of patterns and designs, including designs requiring larger surface area than provided by a conventional bolo tie cord. The necktie also includes a retainer element in a Windsor knot shape which encircles and releasably slidably engages the display portions. The retainer element includes a tapering sheath having a planar guide surface for maintaining the display portions in side-by-side relationship within the tapering sheath.

Abstract: A necktie knot supporting means having a triangular shaped front face with a V-shaped upper portion to form a tighter knot and hide the back portion of the knot and a pair of upwardly inclined upstanding walls. A necktie loop having a zipper to tighten the loop and a necktie front panel fixed to the triangular shaped front face for tying a knot about the knot supporting means. An inclined braking area and a pinching area to give the tie a more natural look are also included.

Abstract: A tie clip mounted behind a tie, which comprises a body portion having an inner plate and an outer plate arranged in parallel; one end of the two plates forms into a bent-closed end, while the other end thereof forms into a clip opening; the outer plate is bent from the clip opening to form into an inner clip arm and a resilient plate. Both ends of the inner plate are furnished with two small round holes respectively to connect with two ends of two chains, while the other ends of the two chains are sewed to the back side of a tie. The tie clip can be put to a front opening of a shirt through the clip opening; a tie and the tie clip can always be maintained in a balance and beautiful manner upon being swing as a result of user's moving.

Abstract: A device and method for restraining the tail of a necktie to the front of a shirt. The device includes a longitudinal strip of flexible material with a sewn longitudinal button hole on one end and a circular hole on the other.

Abstract: A neckwear anchoring device (10) for retaining neckties (23) and the like in their intended position along the front portion of the wearer's garment (12). The anchoring device is received by the tie loop (22) and attaches to the button threads of selected buttons (24 and 26) on the shirt or blouse of the wearer. The device (10) engages the button threads by sliding behind the button without the need for inserting the button through a buttonhole. The device (10) is easily installed and removed by the wearer.

Abstract: A necktie positioning device having an elongated body member which engages a sliding member which is joined to an arm. The arm projects outwardly from the body member and is adapted for insertion in a belt loop, and, when so inserted, and when the inner flap of a tie is held against a preselected marking on the body member, the device determines the correct length of tie prior to tying.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to improved apparatus for restraining a necktie to a shirt. The present invention employs attachment means on the back of a conventional necktie to secure the tie's normally concealed tail in two positions, and a horizontal member, having buttonholes therein, slidably mounted on the tail between the attachment means. The horizontal member may then be secured to a shirt button to hold the tie in place during normal wear. The apparatus allows the necktie to automatically adjust to compensate for changes in the amount of slack on the necktie. Various alternative attachment means are disclosed, including means for ease in providing restraint apparatus for "clip-on" and other pre-tied neckwear.

Abstract: A ready made necktie is provided for a shirt having a collar and a neck band, which consists of the necktie having a knot formed thereon and a mechanism for retaining the knot of the necktie between a front portion of the collar, so that the necktie does not have to extend about the neck band of the shirt to be retained thereto.

Abstract: A device restrains unwanted movement of neck apparel worn by a wearer along the front portion of a shirt having uniformly spaced fastening buttons. The restraining device is disposed vertically parallel to and proximate an unrestrained portion of the neck apparel. The restraining device slidably engages with a transversely arranged neck apparel member disposed on the unrestrained portion of the neck apparel. The device includes a soft pliable member having first and second elongated buttonhole openings proximate first and second ends of the member. The longitudinal centers of the first and second elongated buttonhole openings are separated a predetermined distance for releasably engaging with first and second uniformly spaced fastening buttons on the front of the shirt of a wearer. The restraining device permits essential vertical movement of the neck apparel along the restraining device, while generally restraining all other movement.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to improved apparatus and method for providing a necktie restraining apparatus. The present invention employs a fusion cloth to stiffen necktie material so that it may be employed as vertical and horizontal members on an apparatus for securing a four-in-hand necktie to a shirt button while automatically adjusting to compensate for changes in the amount of slack on the necktie. An improved method of manufacture of such a necktie restraint apparatus is also disclosed.

Abstract: Necktie apparatus including a first necktie segment and a second necktie segment. A connector element is connected to each of the necktie segments for releasably attaching the necktie segments. The segments will disconnect automatically when a force of sufficient magnitude is applied to the tie, thus protecting the wearer from injury. The lengths of the front panels of each elongated necktie segment may be readily adjusted.

Abstract: A tie fastener and related method of use is disclosed. The tie fastener generally includes a front wall having upper, lower and side walls adjoined to one another, thereby forming a hollow interior, accessible via an open rear and a plurality of passages for accommodating a necktie. The fastener provides a retainer bar and alternative guide wall within its interior to engage a necktie and thus secure the necktie when worn by the user.

Abstract: A tie knot apparatus is provided which includes a front shell member having a top edge, a bottom edge, and first and second side edges, a rear shell member having a top edge, a bottom edge, and first and second side edges, the shell members being configured at the top and bottom edges to form an upper shell member opening and a lower shell member opening, the openings being for passing a neck tie, a joining mechanism on the first and second side edges for joining the front and rear shell members together. The bottom edges are preferably contoured at the lower shell member opening to create aesthetically appealing folds in the tie below the apparatus. A wedge member is optionally secured to one of the shell members for pressing against the tie and creating an aesthetically appealing fold in the tie adjacent to the apparatus. One of the joining mechanisms preferably includes a hinge for the shell members. The front shell member preferably has an exterior surface shaped to resemble the appearance of a tie knot.

Abstract: An article of clothing so constructed as to not encircle the wearer's neck, combines a support undergarment with a neckwear outergarment. The support undergarment is a collarless and sleeveless shirt worn beneath a male's shirt or a female's blouse. The outergarment is an ornamental fabric necktie of pretied configuration and includes longitudinal pairs of same fabric shoulder tailends projecting from each upper corner of the knot-end of the necktie. Button fasteners sewn along the undergarment's shoulder straps releasably communicate with button holes sewn along tailends.

Abstract: A v-shaped wedge design fashion trim article designed to conform and attach to the apex of necktie through a crimping process, thereby not damaging the attached necktie material as occurs with other such necktie trim articles and attachment processes; compromising a v-shaped wedge design enclosure formed of a front plate with bent-up and over side sections and a back plate spaced from the front plate for receiving therebetween the apex of a necktie.

Abstract: The present invention allows an ordinary necktie to be converted into usage as a clip-on necktie. A pair of flexible plastic fasteners are provided with a series of slots at one end of each fastener. The necktie is threaded through selected slots such that a span of necktie is formed between the ends of the fasteners. The tie is then tied in a normal fashion using any form of knot selected by the users. Once formed, the clip-on necktie may be assumed by placing the ends of the fasteners around the neck so that the fastening portions engage and interlock.

Abstract: An extended neckwear shirt button attachment device providing means to hold said neckwear in a stationary position at the front of a shirt or blouse, said attachment device comprising a base member and a button attachment member slidably attached to the base member. The button attachment member includes a buttonhole formed therein which selectively engages a button of the shirt or blouse of the wearer. The base member can be fixedly attached to the neckwear by adhesive means of by being sewn to the neckwear.

Abstract: An apparatus for restraining a necktie to a shirt front. The apparatus includes a longitudinal strip of material on the wide underside portion of the necktie, stitched in place, and surrounded by a horizontal transverse loop containing a buttonhole for attachment to a shirt front button.

Abstract: A necktie has a central knot portion being positioned between a display portion and a tail portion. In one version, the warp angle of the knot portion is rotated ninety degrees from the warp of the display portion so that the stripes on the knot will be aligned with the corresponding stripes on the display portion when the tie is worn. In other embodiments, the knot portion is a different color or pattern from the display portion to permit coordinating or contrasting or styles between the knot and display portion. In yet another embodiment, the knot portion is made selectively replaceable at the discretion of the user to permit mix and match freedom.

Abstract: A sports tie is comprised of a plurality of rigid segments flexibly joined together in the form of a necktie. The exposed surfaces of the segments are finished to simulate a basketball court. The logo or other insignia of a sports team is bonded to the exposed surfaces of the segments. A band or clip attached to an end segment allows a person to wear the sports tie around his neck. In a modified embodiment, the segments have the outline of a baseball bat. In a further embodiment, the segments are covered with artificial football field material. In another embodiment, the segments are made of clear plastic to simulate a hockey rink. Disks decorated to represent various sports balls or pucks can be bonded to a segment.

Abstract: A necktie is disclosed comprising a front panel having projecting loops (or hooks) to receive ornaments thereon. The rear surface of the ornament is provided with projecting hooks (or loops) so that, together with the tie a fastening system is provided. Cartoon and other type ornaments are provided.

Abstract: A necktie device for enabling the length of a necktie to be substantially correct for a respective wearer, when the necktie is transversely severed intermediate its end at two spaced-apart locations, the section therebetween removed, and the two enduring necktie sections connected to each other. The device includes a pair of tie supports adapted to be secured respectively to the necktie at said locations and thereafter to the severed ends of the two enduring necktie sections. Each tie support includes a first elongate part and a second elongate part to receive and secure the necktie therebetween, and there is also provided a connecting unit having a chamber on one side for receiving and securing one of the tie supports and a chamber on the other side for receiving and securing the other of the tie supports, the connecting unit being adapted to fit under the shirt collar of a wearer and to substantially conform therewith.

Abstract: A retainer for containing the free hanging terminal ends of a necktie has two primary portions, a tailend retaining band carried by a button on the wearer's shirt and a longitudinal strip portion carried by the backside surface of the display end of the necktie and the band and strip portion having complimentary hook-and-loop fabric material which may be fastened temporarily together to secure the terminal ends. The tailend of the necktie is passed vertically through an opening in the band and is slidably contained thereby while the display end is secured by the hook-and-loop fabric fastening.

Abstract: A tie restraint apparatus for holding a tie tail portion of a four-in-hand neck tie at the front portion of a shirt. The tie tail is an elongated end portion of a neck tie and includes transversely extending fabric strip secured at spaced apart sites to a back surface of the tail portion. The tie restraint apparatus includes elongated plastic strip having an opening at each spaced apart locations for support by attachment to spaced apart buttons on the front portion of the shirt. The plastic strip is dimensioned to extend between the fabric strip and the tail portion of the neck tie for centrally positioning and restraining movement of the tail portion of the neck tie at the front portion of the shirt.