As much as bowties make a statement in their own right, and as much as we like to push that envelope, there are times when a simple classic is the way to go.  We aren’t huge fans of solids, so, in our opinion, you can’t get much more classic than a tie with a basic repp stripe.  With so many options available, it can be a bit overwhelming when it comes to choosing your next striped tie.  That being said, you can never go wrong with a James Bow ($55) by Collared Greens.

If you know anything about Collared Greens, you know that they do their best to make as many of their products as possible right here in the US, and the James Bow is no exception.  Made of imported woven silk, and available in 4 colorways (Green/White/Blue, Pink/White/Blue, Blue/White/Blue, and Peach/White/Green), this bow is a great example of how a simple tie can still make quite the impression. For Bowtie Friday, or any other day of the week, the James is always a great pick.