OTAA Skinny Ties on the Red Carpet of the 2024 American Presidential Race

Robert F. Kennedy is nothing if not provocative; he’s been the most talked about politician in fringe Conservative & Democratic circles. Fed up with the archaic, and quite frankly. frustrating, two-party system, RFK Jr. as a viable third-party candidate. 

 

Hailing from one of the most famous political families in American history, he’s built a cult-like following amongst those who are anti-big government. Coupled with controversial views on healthcare, specifically vaccines, he has quite a style. 

So while he won’t win the presidency (he dropped out in August 2024), he definitely won best dressed. RFK Jr. has routinely worn OTAA skinny neckties to his public appearances. Even GQ commented on his choice of ties in their article “What’s Going on With Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Skinny Ties?.” It’s quite cool to see such a famous politician regularly wearing OTAA ties, especially since he consistently seems to be in the news. 

The History of Political Ties

The GQ piece offers a rather critical take on Kennedy's overall style choices, but it also shines a spotlight on just how much impact the width of a man’s tie can shape his public image. Our skinny ties are skinnier than most, measuring just about two inches in width, a full inch shorter than the average skinny tie. 

Why?

Because like RFK Jr., we believe the best-dressed men should stand out amongst the crowd. 

Freed is critical of Kennedy’s choice of tie, but not skinny ties as a whole. This is a fair critique, as the President of the United States of America is held to a far different standard than us gentlemen. 

Several previous presidents have come under scrutiny for their fashion choices at times, most notably: 

• Obama's tan suit (2014): Caused unexpected controversy for breaking from traditional dark suit colors
• Jimmy Carter's cardigan sweater (1977): Worn during a televised fireside chat, seen as too casual
• Bill Clinton's short running shorts (1992): Mocked for being unflattering and unpresidential
• Richard Nixon's refusal to wear a hat (1960s): Blamed for contributing to the decline of men's hat-wearing 
• John F. Kennedy's hatless inauguration (1961): Also cited as a pivotal moment in men's hat fashion
• George H.W. Bush's digital watch (1992): Criticized as unsophisticated compared to traditional timepieces
• Donald Trump's long red ties: Often commented on for their unusual length and bright color 
  

As the leader of the free world, you really have to dress the part. And while our skinny ties may not be perceived as presidential, they’ve clearly got people talking.