However, these are just a FEW of the ties that need to be kept hidden until Halloween. If you are ever curious what kind of tie to go with, always go with something simple and plain compared to ANY of these, and NO shapes.

If you must have this collection of ties, you’ll want a tie organizer to keep them them hidden in between your dress shirts. This is very serious, and of paramount importance: these ties are for fun only and should never be worn in any kind of serious situation. Remember: first impressions are lasting impressions.

I am seriously impressed! Not only is there ample storage for ties (and, sweet collection of neckware by the way) but the extra spaces can be used for watches, cufflinks, cologne and more! Neuron84 - I tip my hat to you! Let’s see what the audience thinks:

Well, I think they approve!

If you’re not as crafty and handy as Neuron84, there are other options for finding a great tie rack. But if you are - let me know about your tie rack creations! I’d love the chance to share them!

Any new tie racks in your life? Let me know in the comments!

Ever curious who in the heck invented the necktie or where it came from? Who cast the spell of neckties to the business professional’s attire?

It appears that the necktie originated in 210 B.C. when the first ever Chinese Emperor decided to make life-like replicas of all the soldiers in his army - that’s literally thousands of terracotta replicas of his army - and each one had a cloth around its neck.

There were other instances of soldiers having a cloth wrapped around their neck but the most influential event in necktie history was in 1635. A group of Croatian mercenaries came to Paris to support King Louis XIV. The exciting part about that was all the Croatians were wearing very interesting scarves tied around their necks. The materials of the scarves varied by the degree of rank from rough materials to fine cotton and silk. When the French saw this new idea of clothing they couldn’t wait to get their own neck scarves.

Eventually the neck scarf was called “la cravate”, a French word that still exists today. Everyone wanted to get their hands on la cravate. Soldiers, officers, even common poor people wanted to wear one.

The neck scarf/tie continued to grow in popularity in the 16^th, 17^th and 18^th centuries, using lace, silk and other fine fabrics to make them more sophisticated. And by the 19^th century, the business suit was starting to make its presence in Europe.

On the plantations in America was where we saw the first American necktie. While too hot to wear lace cravats like the French, people tied thick ribbons around their necks instead. From then on, neckties were booming. In the 1920’s Paris started presenting designer ties and while uncomfortable, they have become a staple to a snazzy suit or everyday business attire all over the world!

Who knew that ties had such a rich history?

On Jan. 12, 2010, a massive earthquake struck Haiti, reducing much of its capital to rubble. It was the worst earthquake in the region in more than 200 years. Since then, there have been aftershocks, causing even more devastation.

It’s far too easy to feel powerless to help in the face of such heartbreaking news. But you can help!

To give to the Red Cross, phone users can text the word “HAITI” to 90999 to donate $10, and when prompted, hit “YES” to confirm the donation.

The donation is added to the cell user’s bill, and receipts are available.

Other text-message codes for donations include:

• Text the word “HAITI” to 20222 to donate $10 to the Clinton Foundation Haiti Relief Fund.

• Text “HAITI” to 25383 to donate $5 to the International Rescue Committee.

• Text “HAITI” to 85944 to donate $10 to the International Medical Corps.

Also, some of my favorite companies have started donation campaigns for relief work in Haiti. Through January 28, StacksAndStacks.com will be donating $10 on every order over $100 dollars to the American Red Cross. You can make this a philanthropic double whammy - buy some organizing supplies for a local charity in your neighborhood, and if you spend over $100 dollars, you’ll be helping Haiti as well! It’s a new version of “Think Globally, Act Locally” - it’s “Act Locally, Act Globally”!

This fully extendable belt rack mounts to the wall or closet door, and slides out with ease, making the task of belt selection more convenient! The belt hanger slides smoothly on a concealed track, that is completely hidden when retracted. In addition to belts, ties, and scarves, the heavy-duty posts can hold robes, jackets, and more! Discover the convenience of not having to reach deep into the closet for belts; this belt organizer reaches to you, for simple and easy belt selection! Best of all, it’s proudly made in the USA!

A belt rack would make a perfect gift idea for the gentleman in your life. After all, if he wears pants, chances are he wears a belt! And if he has a belt, chances are he actually has a couple of belts (dressy vs. casual, neutral colors vs. brights, fabric vs. leather). So, this belt rack is a great choice for keeping all those belts neatly organized!

In the wide world of tie racks there are so many different styles to choose from. No matter the size of your collection, there is a tie rack style for you! These are only 5 examples of ways to store and organize your tie collections. Check back for more styles to make a good decision!

This is one of the newer and more fun styles of tie racks. The motorized rotation of the rack makes it a breeze to browse through a large collection of ties quickly. This particular one holds 64 ties and 8 belts, perfect for the avid tie wearer.

This cedar, wall mounted tie rack is a classic way to organize a tie collection. With a double row of hooks along the piece of wood, you can quickly and easily hang your tie up after a long day. The aromatic cedar scent will keep your ties smelling fresh.

To save on space go with something like this. In the shape of a hanger, this tie rack fits in nicely with your other clothes in the closet. The double row of hooks offers ample space for your tie and belt storage. Your ties hang freely and will remain unwrinkled.

This is another cool option for a tie rack. Mounted to the wall, the bar holds tie hangers. The tie hangers are just like the ones you’ll find in department stores, making this the perfect way to keep your ties in brand new condition. (Just don’t drop any mustard…)

This very fun tie rack is great for any tie collection! It hangs nicely in the closet and easily holds many ties, keeping them straight and wrinkle free. This tie rack is a creative approach to a classic rack. Not only can it hold your ties, it can also double to hold belts or scarves as well.

Like I said, this is just 5 of the many options out there for tie racks. There will be another showcase of some popular tie racks as well as a how-to on maintaining your tie collection and taking good care of your ties.

Have a favorite tie rack? How many ties are in your collection? How do you take care of your ties? I’d love to hear your advice!

Even though this hook is designed for coats and jackets, you can still loop a few select ties through the loops. It’s the perfect way to have ties a la carte! Or is it a la mode? I can never remember.

Here’s another wall hook! This is the Flip Wall Hook. It’s called the flip wall hook because the hooks flip down when you need them, and flip up when you don’t! Plus, with five hooks, you’ll be able to hang a tie for everyday of your work week. Just don’t get any overtime! And if you do, use that extra money to buy some new ties!

This Double Sided Tie Hanger is the best way to keep your ties and belts organized, without a traditional tie rack. Plus, it will hang in your closet! This Solid Oak Hanging Belt and Tie Rack helps prevent wrinkled, creased ties and tangled-up belts. Each belt and tie hangs separately so your accessories are safe and easy to find. Sturdy 1/4″ solid oak hanger with brass hooks and pegs is designed to hold 24 neckties on one side and 10 to 15 belts on the reverse.

So, there you go! It just goes to show that there really is a tie rack for every budget out there! So, don’t wait for the stock market to go up before you start taking care of your ties and belts! Do it today!

Not very helpful, right? Luckily I found some clear directions at How to Tie a Tie. These guys do a great job of demystifying the tie tying process. First, check out their great visual instruction:

And if you click over to their site, you’ll find terrific written instructions, as well.

Now that you know how to tie a tie, where are you going to keep your ties when you’re not wearing them? How about this Light Up Rotating Tie Rack? he mechanical wonders of this item allow it to mount and secure to your closet rod.  It holds up to 64 ties and belts safely and securely — and when it comes time to use them, you can easily pick one!  This tie and belt rack rotates and lights-up while in operation!  The Light-up Rotating Tie and Belt Rack requires 4 “C” batteries.

Plus, since it lights up, you can pick out a tie in the dark! It’s perfect if you have to get up early to go to work. In fact, it’s a lot like something James Bond would have! A cool gadget, some stylish accessories - all you need is a martini, and you’ll be all set to channel your inner spy!

So, my coworker gave me this great idea of multi-purpose use for tie racks. Once I started looking, there were lots of products for kitchen organization that would be great for tie racks oddly enough.

The winner of the most unpredictable kitchen storage item as a tie rack is the under the cabinet cup holder!

Now, I know you don’t hang your ties in the kitchen but if you are anything like my dad and brothers, you will use anything from the kitchen if it works. My dad has used my mom’s liquid funnels and hand mixer and beaters all for a cement project. For some reason, kitchen products just seem to work well.

I think this cup holder will be a great tie rack hanging from a closet shelf. You can’t buy a tie rack for as cheap as this cup holder is. There are 5 hooks on each side, allowing you to hold an ample amount of ties, scarves or belts.

So, keep in mind that you may have household items around the house that could work perfect for something else. If you have any other multi-purpose alerts let me know and we’ll post them up for others to take advantage of!