Although its origins are for deeper exploration, National Bow Tie Day really exists and what better way to celebrate than with Virginia-based menswear startup, Bull+Moose. The year-old menswear label is a hybrid of high-quality craftsmanship at accessible prices and is inspired by the well-dressed polo crowd.
“People always dress well at professional polo games,” says CEO Diego Echeverri. “But quality neckwear simply should not cost over $75.” So for less than $40, you can shop origami crane bow ties, camo, seersucker, chambray, and floral prints, or classic black satin and velvet bow ties. The only disclaimer? We can’t promise you’ll look like the brand’s ambassador, professional polo player Brandon Phillips, but if you tweet at us (@ShopAroundBlog) with your best look-a-like try, you will be entered to win a free bow tie of your choice. And while the brand is predominately geared toward the tailored prepster, the various patterns allow for individual personalization, says Phillips, who was drawn to the brand for “their fun and edgy neckwear, which is a perfect fit to my laid back personal style.”
And because everyone loves a good excuse to pop some bubbly and toast to an occasion, in observance of the holiday, Bull+Moose has partnered with another DC-based startup, UrbanStems, to deliver a bouquet and floral-themed bow tie to someone special anywhere in the District or Arlington within two hours or less. Special bonus? No delivery fee. And you don’t have to be a gent to love a good bow tie. Follow the Bull+Moose blog for some #WomanCrushWednesday inspiration of ladies in bow ties.
