# Magnetized Tie Clips The Ellsworth & Clyde Tie Bar is Rustically Reversible By Meghan Young | Published 2013-12-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ellsworth-clyde-tie-bar References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/stuff/ellsworth-clyde-magnetic-tie-bar/) & [ellsworthandclyde](http://www.ellsworthandclyde.com/) The Ellsworth & Clyde tie bar is not the typical [men's accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-styles). First of all, instead of being made out of metal, it is made out of wood. This adds a rustic appeal to the classic and dapper clip. Secondly, it keeps ties down by way of a magnet, which essentially updates the time-honored staple in a unique way. By using wood and magnets, the Ellsworth & Clyde tie bar allows for another fun tweak: It is reversible. With two etched designs on each side, men basically gets [two tie clips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/note-clip) for the price of one. The were created by illustrator Jon Contino. A limited edition accessory, only 50 pieces were made. Guys will have to act fast. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Wooden Accessories:** Creating tie clips and other accessories out of wood provides a rustic and unique appeal. - **Magnetic Fastening:** Replacing traditional clips with magnets offers a modern twist on a classic accessory. - **Reversible Designs:** Incorporating dual etched designs allows for versatility and provides two accessories in one. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Men's Fashion Accessories:** The wooden tie clip presents an opportunity to explore innovative designs and materials in the men's accessory industry. - **Graphic Design and Illustration:** Collaborating with illustrators like Jon Contino to create unique etched designs opens up new possibilities for graphic design in the fashion industry. - **Limited Edition Collectibles:** Producing a limited quantity of unique tie clips appeals to collectors and allows for exclusive and sought-after products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adaptive Button-Down Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brooks-brothers-x-magnaready.md) - [Laser-Engraved Titanium Money Clips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/full-titanium-money-clip.md) - [Wearable Magnetic Tool Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-tool-holder.md) - [Wooden Magnetic Desktop Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakywood-oakyblocks-magnetic-modules.md) - [Functional Everyday Carabiners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craighill.md) - [Elegant EDC Lanyard Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-james-brand-alder-bead-lanyard.md) - [Wave-Style EDC Key-Ring Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waveclips.md) - [Luxury Hair Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t3-x-lelet-ny.md) - [Tool-Integrated Smartwatch Straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilink-titanium-multifunction-edc-bracelet.md)