Tech Tuesday: A New Take on Tie Clips

Tie bars have been pretty consistent in the type of engineering that is put into this little accessory. You either have the clip form that clasps onto your tie and shirt or it just slides over both of them, either way, there hast been much in the way of revolutionizing the tie bar.

Ellsworth and Clyde have managed to do just that with their new line of tie bars. For one, they have added wood and leather accents where you would only see metal or gem work. The true genius of this collection, however, is the introduction of magnetics as opposed to the previously mentioned clasp or slide tie bars; and even more noteworthy, these things are reversible to accommodate ties of all sizes.

Magnetic, reversible, and all under $70

It's a unique take on a piece that is on the rise in the fashion world and I will be interested to see what other developments come about! Check in daily for more fashion advice and next Tuesday for more tech!

Monday Outlook: Flower Power

Last week I went through the upcoming trend towards brilliant and bright blues, but as with any seasonal shift, there will be more than one trend to keep up with. Typically in the spring you'll see the arrival of floral patterns in shirts, ties, jackets, you name it, it'll probably be made in a floral pattern. This Spring, however, you'll be seeing a shift from the go to Victorian floral, comprised of a smaller and more uniform pattern throughout, to tropical floral.

A great combo of the blue and tropical floral trends!

I know what you're thinking, here come the designer Hawaiian shirts...you might be right, but in my opinion, this is a good chance to introduce a new style into your wardrobe. Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and other prominent designers have already started introducing their takes on the movement, which means that this tropical sensation is an official fashion trend.

Louis Vuitton at Fashion Week: Paris. Notice any floral?

For some of you, this trend may be a little outside of your fashion spectrum, but that's the great thing about style; its yours and you choose what it is or isn't. Adopting different trends isn't a set menu, a la carte is the name of the game, so play it the way that suits you! Check in daily for more fashion advice and next Monday for upcoming trends!

Celebrity Sunday: Jimmy Fallon

One of the careers I have always been envious of is being a late night talk show host. You don't have to wake up terribly early, get to meet celebrities on a daily basis, deliver news worthy info in humorous ways, and most importantly, suit up every night. One in particular that I have in mind is actually a new comer to this field, Jimmy Fallon, who has since become one of the most liked talk show hosts out there; is it the guests he brings on the show, the topics he discusses, or the fact that he has The Roots as his band... maybe its the culmination of everything.

Just Jimmy being featured on GQ's Style Bible...no big deal.

Like most popular comedians, Fallon got his start on Saturday Night Live which then blossomed into a career on the big screen and has now brought him to talk show television. Putting his comedic talent and likability aside, the man knows how to dress! Every night brings a new look, whether its a new shirt and tie combo or a great suit, but all add to his stylish image. Even the little things, like the ticket pockets he has added to his suiting show that he is keeping with the trend towards Refined European.

He also encourages his nightly guests to "bring it" and wear their best on the show, which is why I chose him this Sunday. He is a proponent of fashion among his peers, an influencer of the influential if you will. And unlike GQ (a brand) who influence style from month to month as their sole purpose, Jimmy Fallon (a person) does it on a nightly basis and just as a side gig. All I can say to Jimmy is to continue doing what you do comically and fashionably because its all working and everyone is loving it!

Just Jimmy making Gerard Butler look average...no big deal.

Check in daily for more fashion advice and next Sunday for more stylish celebs!