Costume and Textiles Man's Tie Made in Korea, Asia1991 Designed by Nicole Miller, American, born 1951. Sold by Sophy Curson, Philadelphia, established 1929. Multicolored printed silk compound weave Currently not on view 2009-165-17 Gift of David A. Schwartz / Sophy Curson inc., 2009 |
LabelWhile the late twentieth century was the era of red power ties and necktie-free casual wear, conversational ties allowed for an expression of personality. The hit of 1986 was the fish tie—shaped like a salmon, tuna, trout, or other fish—the brainchild of Mark Abramoff and two Wisconsin buddies, which sold five thousand a week. Five years later, one of Nicole Miller's signature prints commented wryly on contemporary culture by showing lurid New York tabloid headlines, including "Headless Body in Topless Bar." |
