# Eccentric Ties Alexis Mabille Bow Ties By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-03-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/from-the-what-was-he-thinking-dept-alexis-mabilles-bow-ties-for-guys References: [selectism](http://www.selectism.com/posts/archive/2008/march/17/bow_ties_by_alexis_mabille/index.htm) The answer is: Sanjaya, Elton John, and Arnold Schwartznegger... The question is, who would dare wear any of these bow ties? French Designer Alexis Mabille came to the conclusion that these [dandy ties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lv-buttersoft-sneaker) would be a big hit with somebody. So leave your testosterone in the closet and... no, I just can't write more. **Implications** - Menswear is possibly the [most consistently and drastically evolving section](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mens-wearhouse) of the fashion industry to date, altering the perception of masculinity as a hole along the way. It seems that today's modern man is more unabashed with his urge for adornment, with [louder menswear pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-menswear-campaign) like these Alexis Mabille bow ties breaking the mold. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Bold Menswear:** Designers are creating daring and unconventional pieces of menswear, breaking the mold of traditional masculine fashion. - **Gender-fluid Fashion:** As men become more comfortable with adornment, the line between menswear and womenswear continues to blur, leading to a rise in gender-fluid fashion. - **Statement Accessories:** Bold accessories like oversized bow ties are becoming increasingly popular as a way for men to express themselves and add an eye-catching touch to their outfits. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Designers and fashion brands have the opportunity to tap into the trend of bold menswear and offer unconventional, statement-making pieces for men. - **Accessories:** The accessories industry can capitalize on the rise of statement accessories by offering unique, eye-catching pieces like oversized bow ties and other unconventional items. - **Retail:** Retailers have the opportunity to cater to the growing demand for gender-fluid fashion by offering a more diverse range of clothing and accessories for men. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mayo-Dispensing Bow Ties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/byo-bow.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Elegant Men's Formalwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-victor1.md) - [Inaugural Men-Focused Wedding Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perry-ellis1.md) - [Evolutionary Menswear Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ss-daley-1.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [Iconic Rock Band-Inspired Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-beatles-collection.md) - [Studded Belt-Made Dynamic Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/replica-suit.md) - [Masculine Fashion House Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/les-gastons-vuitton-collection.md)