# Musical Mens Fashion The Washboard Tie Gets You Jammin' Anytime, Anywhere By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-11-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/washboard-necktie References: [likecool](http://likecool.com/Washboard_Necktie--Accessories--Style.html) & [urbanoutfitters](http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?pushId=A_FURN_WHATSNEW&itemCount=10&id=17554809&startValue=1&itemdescription=true&selectedProductColor=&sortProperties=subCategory) I know from experience that whenever the feeling strikes me to be musical, I never have an available tambourine or ukulele (but I do have a banjo). We can all be thankful that the Washboard Necktie is available for any kind of [impromptu jam](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phase8). In the shape of a tie, the Washboard Necktie is made out of a wavy metal and comes with two [thimbles with which to play it](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roli-airwave) with. The tie is perfect for that morning meeting, especially when your boss starts droning on--you can just get all bluegrass on him. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Washboard Necktie:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in the fashion industry by combining musical elements with traditional attire. - **Impromptu Jam Accessories:** Opportunity for creating innovative and portable musical instruments that can be easily incorporated into everyday objects. - **Musical Fashion Statements:** Emerging trend of wearable accessories that allow individuals to express their musicality in unconventional ways. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion designers to incorporate musical elements into their collections, creating unique and interactive garments. - **Music Instruments:** Opportunity for music instrument manufacturers to design and produce compact and portable instruments that can be easily carried and played anywhere. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Opportunity for advertising and marketing agencies to leverage the popularity of musical fashion accessories as a promotional tool for brands and products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Humorous Beer-Centric Formal Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cold-tux-and-brrrtie.md) - [Button-Activated Guitar Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rockdreamer-guitarbar.md) - [Biologically Shaped Musical Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balls-in-concert.md) - [Digitized Guitar Whammy Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guitar-whammy-bar.md) - [Acoustic Guitar Bows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pickaso-guitar-bow.md) - [Shreddable Steampunk Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-guitar.md) - [Multifunctional Music Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chorda.md) - [Quirky Strummable Synths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-synth.md) - [Affordable Music-Making Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easyplay-1s.md)