I used to have the philosophy that I would only buy presents for other people if I liked those gifts myself. I understand where I was coming from, not wanting to spend money on something that I personally thought was silly or uninteresting, but I’m proud to say that I’ve matured since that time and now have a different perspective. I’ve realized that giving someone a gift is really all about celebrating that person, and part of that is celebrating the kinds of things that bring them joy. When you give a gift that makes someone smile, that’s a gift coming right back to you…it doesn’t matter if what you gave is not something that you would have put on your wish list, too!
One of my brothers-in-law LOVES to have a lot of ties. But not just any old tie will do for him. He loves to have novelty ties (think cartoon characters, funny sayings, etc.). I’ll just come right out and tell you that novelty ties are my least favorite kind of tie, with bow ties coming in a very close second. But you know what? I’m not wearing them, so who cares what I think?! My brother-in-law lost almost all of his worldly possessions in a house fire this past April, and among his losses were all those crazy ties that made him smile. I knew that I wanted to get him a really fun tie and I knew exactly where to look.
I went to ABC Neckties, which is an online tie mega store! They have every kind of tie for every kind of style. Tim owns a tie from the company and he looks SO sharp in it! I knew that I would be able to get something of good quality by going back. This time, I was looking in the novelty tie section, which as you have read is a new adventure for me.
You know what? Once I made peace with buying a novelty tie and just thought about my brother-in-law and what he might like, I had a ton of fun picking out something! I ended up with this trumpet tie. It was priced very nicely, at just $10! That’s a steal, people! I’ve received the tie and already wrapped it up. The quality is excellent and the tie is bold and bright. He’s going to love it, I just know it.
ABC Neckties is such an excellent resource for gifts for men. I love their patterns, their prices and their speedy service. We will definitely shop there again! They also just launched a very helpful page on how to tie a tie. Definitely check it out if you need to brush up on your skills in this area or if you want to learn a new style (they have 15 different ways!).
Win it!: Just in time for the holidays, one lucky Stuff Parents Need reader will win a $25 gift certificate to ABC Neckties! Yay!
Be sure to enter my other current giveaways, found on the sidebar of my page.
Disclosure: I received a complimentary product for review purposes. Thoughts and opinions expressed here are strictly my own.
Breanne says
Mason Striped Necktie
Robin Blankenship says
monkey tie
Farrah Shumway says
I really like the solid black & solid olive zipper ties
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Ashley says
I like the Black Woven Grid Silk Black tie.
Tammy Darling says
Charcoal Woven Grid Silk Tie
Beckee Johnson says
I like the Father son matching tie set in red square here: https://www.abcneckties.com/father-son-matching-tie-set.html
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Darlene Owen says
What caught my eye is that they have ties for big and tall men, all the men in my life are Big and Tall.
Diane Baum says
My son is in a band and would love the guitar tie
Stephanie England says
Father-Son Matching Tie Set in Brown/Tan Stripe would make a perfect gift for my brother & nephew at my brother’s upcoming wedding!
Amber Wood says
My fiance would love the guitar collection ties!
rjos23 says
I liked the monkey tie.
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Adalia says
I like the Maroon/Gold College Necktie
Didi
Karen Dorris says
My grandson would love the boy’s Hocky Tie!
Karen Dorris
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Patti Hess says
The Cross Necktie I love it
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thanks for the chance
Angela Winesburg says
I love the Mason Striped Necktie
tracey johnson says
i love the money tie
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Melissa Wilson says
i would get the purple and white BOW TIE— for clemson tigers! lol
Kate Strycker says
I’m from STL so of course I love the St. Louis Cardinals Woven Logo Plaid Tie!
atydec says
I like the Patrick Dots Silk Tie in blue
Jane T says
I like the Guitars Medley silk tie.
Robin Scott says
I like the Scooby Doo ties
Joseph says
My favorite is the “Russell Fashion Silk Tie”.
Mary Jensen says
I like the Mason Striped Necktie.
Mandy Kauffman says
I like the Starry Night neck tie! Don’t know how practical that would be for my husband to wear though…haha If I won, we’d have to pick something a little more subdued. 🙂 Thanks for the giveaway!
jenna tomaszewski says
I like the mason striped tie
Kathleen Conner says
I like the Martin Fashion Silk Tie
Kathy Davis says
I like the St. Louis Cardinals Woven Logo Plaid Tie. I am originally from St. Louis. Go Cardinals.
Missy Lynnh says
I like the cincinnati reds tie!
Mandy says
Love the american flag tie
Alison T. says
I like the Black Poly Skinny Tie. I think it it would look great on my boyfriend.
sunnie says
I like the boys light blue necktie.
Wendy O. says
Love the Packers tie!
Jen says
I like the Austin boy’s zipper tie
Leah Baird says
I want Coyote and Roadrunner Tie lnb1191(at)aol(dot)com
Lauren says
I’d have to get the Underwater Dolphin Tie for my husband — he used to have all the t-shirts like this in his pre-‘grown-up” wardrobe.
Corey Olomon says
I liked the Patriotic Flag Necktie
Gianna says
American Flag Necktie.
Christian Nunez says
The American flag necktie looks really nice!
Valerie Taylor Mabrey says
I really like the Magenta Woven Grid Silk Tie
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AndreaH says
I really like the Colton X-Long Silk Tie.
AndreaH
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Patricia N says
My husband would like the Lawrence X-Long Silk Tie.
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shirley fin says
i like the firefighter tie.
kng says
I’d get the Blue Woven Grid Silk Tie.
Lynda E says
My son would totally love the Guitar Collection tie.
Marci J says
clark striped silk tie
Amanda Keating says
My boyfriend is starting to look for professional dress ware since we are nearing the end of our college careers. This would be THE perfect gift for him. I love a classic, simple printed tie.
renee walters says
My husband would love the Atlanta Braves Neck Tie! Thanks so much for the fantastic giveaway!
Renee Walters
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Bethany C. says
My husband would love the horse racing necktie!
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Shannon Baas says
I like the american flag necktie.
jamie villari says
I like the South Bend Striped Silk Tie
Jessica Carnaggio says
I like the American flag necktie.
Nina McClain says
the mason striped tie looks good!
Kristie says
I like the Burgundy Woven Grid Silk Tie.