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CHICAGO MAP TIE
$55.00
handmade
community voted (625 votes)
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Subtle pay tribute to your favorite metropolis with a modern necktie that boasts a charming portrait of your home turf in a graphic aesthetic that is positively big-city chic! These high-design renderings of popular cities appear to be gridded graphics from afar, but up close street names, parks, and landmarks appear, allowing you to show a little hometown pride even in the most no-nonsense corporate environment. Each cosmopolitan accessory is suited to liven up the business attire of the local as well as the fellow about town, the urban enthusiast, or the civic aficionado. Designed by Josh Bach. Made in New York City.
- Item ID: 23026
- Materials: nylon, silk
- 58" L x 3.5" W
- Silk tie with nylon lining
Do not iron or dry clean
Made in USA of imported fabric
Josh Bach
Josh Bach is a classically trained architect who metamorphosed into an award-winning art director. He combines his skills and expertise in both fields in the creation of his striking neckties that portray familiar images and icons in an unexpected place. His quest is to convey to men that neckties can be interesting and fun to wear. See all creations.
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Q and A
When our community voted on this product, some also shared comments - read them below:
625 votes * 71 comments
Cassie, UncommonGoods Community Moderator
These clever ties are a fun way to show your hometown pride. What cities would you like to see?
donna
Vote: Thumbs up!
I love these!
kim
Vote: Thumbs up!
small target base bowties might be better.
nancy
Vote: Thumbs up!
love these
Layenie
Vote: Thumbs up!
Love the colors. Love that you have to look closer to see what the design actually is. Good talking point.
Larissa
Vote: Thumbs up!
Love the idea, but I would love to get one for my husband from Pittsburgh! Pittsburgh never gets any love...
Tracy
Vote: Thumbs down!
Too busy for my taste. Not for the office either. Casual only.
Rachel
Vote: Thumbs down!
Good idea, but needs to have more punch.
PK
Vote: Thumbs up!
I CAN'T SEE THEM BEINGG WORN, EXCEPT BY TRAVEL AGENT BUT, I CAN SEE OTHER THINGS MADE FROM THEM.
Whitney
Vote: Thumbs up!
Love them!! Already have several people in mind!
Terri
Vote: Thumbs up!
fun!
CHRISTINE
Vote: Thumbs up!
UNIQUE
Brandy
Vote: Thumbs down!
Those are not attractive ties, sorry.
Marcie
Vote: Thumbs up!
cool concept. i think they would be VERY office friendly. very abstract and attractive from far away and then you get closer and it's like, WOW! it's a map!
Judy
Vote: Thumbs down!
Ugh! No professional would wear these.
gf
Vote: Thumbs down!
without a price, and fabric info i don't know if these are something i'd buy or not
HELEN
Vote: Thumbs up!
Quirky and I like Quirky.
Patty
Vote: Thumbs down!
No
alexis
Vote: Thumbs up!
I am crazy about maps so, if i saw a guy with a map tie i would be more interested in him.
Erin
Vote: Thumbs up!
In concept these are kinda cool.
Susan
Vote: Thumbs up!
I guess if you "have" to wear a tie, these would be a fun, colorful choice. Much better than some that are out there.
anne
Vote: Thumbs down!
no comment
Christina
Vote: Thumbs up!
These are very cool.
Paula
Vote: Thumbs down!
Not my style. Too busy.
Jennifer
Vote: Thumbs up!
FUN*
Lisa
Vote: Thumbs up!
Always looking for a tasteful yet unique tie!
Jodean
Vote: Thumbs up!
Would love to see for London!
Amy
Vote: Thumbs up!
I only hope there's a LARGE variety of cities available...maybe all the state capitals?? Usually products like this only have a few cities and that makes it hard to personalize....we don't ALL live in New York or Chicago, lol :)
Katharine
Vote: Thumbs up!
Love Josh Bach's ties - have bought them in the past for my father. Very fun patterns.
Kathryn
Vote: Thumbs up!
cool gift
lynne
I think they are pretty cool and would make a good gift. Any in Raleigh, NC?
Lee
Vote: Thumbs up!
Love it! It would be great - although undoubtedly too expensive - to be able to get the map of your choice.
Jane
My husband loves maps. This would be a great idea as gifts for him!
Diane
Vote: Thumbs up!
I would buy these ties for several people I know in a heartbeat!
joann
Vote: Thumbs up!
Great attire for the groomsmen of a destination city wedding!
Darcy
Graphically and intellectually interesting
Kathryn
Vote: Thumbs up!
I think I already bought one of these for my son-in-law. His students love the Chicago tie. Ties that map smaller towns/cities would be even better!
johnny
love ties that are different....
nancy
Vote: Thumbs up!
really fun..would depend on cost
Jessica
Vote: Thumbs up!
Would love a NYC map or subway map!
KCatty
Vote: Thumbs up!
Hopefully, they'd have many cities to choose from!
Vicki
Vote: Thumbs up!
I like them, but would need to have lots of city options to choose from. St. Louis, Kansas City, Washington,DC, New York, etc. Maybe even world cities?
Jessica Kate
Vote: Thumbs down!
Like the idea but too busy to wear.
Patricia
like it makes great conversation starter
Eric
Vote: Thumbs down!
Clever idea, but seem too busy and frantic, without letting other people "in on" the design.
Dawn
Vote: Thumbs up!
With transportation being a hot topic, I think there is a market for these. There are many committees and conferences that move around the country where these could be sold to host cities as swag gifts for attendees. Very clever.
franke
If the ties depicted a specific state and were not so busy with road maps, then maybe.
Jane
Vote: Thumbs up!
What a great souvenir item for "your city," as well as a cool graphic! Love them!
Anne Marie
I work at a travel agency - these are adorable!
Heather
Vote: Thumbs up!
Love the idea, but what's the price-point?
Erin
Vote: Thumbs down!
They're just not attractive. While I do like a quirky tie now and then, this just isn't an interesting design.
Candyce
I think these would make a great gift. Very unique.
Linda
Vote: Thumbs up!
Very cool item!
Peter
Vote: Thumbs up!
I like it...i'm a fan of things with layers, and as pointed out, it looks like a nice geometric/architecture pattern but turns out to offer some fun detail, probably more entertaining for those NOT wearing the tie, but ain't nothing wrong with that.
Caroline
Vote: Thumbs up!
Boyfriend's an urban planner. Yes! Christmas solved!
SARAH
Vote: Thumbs up!
So fun. I vote bowties too!
emmie
Vote: Thumbs down!
fun idea but the designs do not look that impressive or professional - the cuflinks seem like a much better personalized item
Deborah
Vote: Thumbs up!
Maps are really HOT! They're popping up on everything and these appear to be well made.
Jennifer
Vote: Thumbs down!
Nice in a scarf
Steve
Vote: Thumbs up!
I'm a cartographer, so OF COURSE it gets a thumbs-up from me. What about some Northwest Pacific cities like Tacoma or Seattle?
Annie
Vote: Thumbs up!
Any Chicago ties? :)
Giselle
Vote: Thumbs up!
Subtle and different.
carolyn
Vote: Thumbs down!
Hardly anyone wears ties anymore.
Elena
Vote: Thumbs up!
Hell yeah!
A0407
Vote: Thumbs down!
Not very attractive
brookelinn
Vote: Thumbs up!
you can never go wrong with a tie
Jacqueline
What fun for those who love geography! I love this idea!!
Lisa
Vote: Thumbs up!
Fun ties are ALWAYS good to give and interesting to wear. Let's face it, menswear needs a 'boost' every once in a while!
Julie
Really depends on which cities are included on the list! :)
Rose
cool ties
Seth
I'm a geographer. Want.