I bought my first one of these at a Marshall Fields store in Chicago over a decade ago. My ex-husband received so many comments when he wore it (it was a Cabernet, if I recall) that I went back months later and bought one each of the rest that were out at the time.

Basically, these are 100% silk neckties whose design is the molecular structure of a certain alcohol (ie Gin, Vodka, Beer, Scotch etc). They are very striking in person, great conversation pieces and, if you read on, you will see that all the profits also support a good cause.

The link here is to a site that offers them at a steep discount and also does a great job of being interesting in and of itself. Check it out.


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From the site:
"Limited Edition
Combining the elements of art, science, and fashion, the original creator of the Molecular Expressions designer neckties, Stonehenge, Ltd., has produced collections that have presented consumers with beautiful designs from nature, while educating them about compelling subjects such as vitamins and Moon Rocks. The Cocktail Collection provides an education on drinking and driving while simultaneously enabling the conscientious consumer to "tie one on" safely before driving. Cocktail Collection neckties are made in the USA with 100 percent silk. In addition, all of the proceeds from necktie sales benefit scientific research and education at The Florida State University.

Neckties can either be purchased individually from the specific Cocktail Collections linked below at a 40 percent savings over the retail price in stores, or in selected Limited Edition Collections of 12 neckties at a savings of 70 percent!"

This tie is different, and I like it.