Tie Showdown: Week 6

For this week, we've trying something new with the showdown. Roll over a photo to see the participant's name, click on it for a larger view. As with the past few weeks, vote for as many participants as you see fit. Good luck, and may the best tie win.

And give us some feedback on the new format, jeez do we have to tell you everything!

Week 5: And the winner is...

Congratulations are in order for Caitlin, who emerged victorious from a week of very close voting. Narrowly edging Kristian and his bike antics (NO SHOES) by two votes, Caitlin captured our hearts with a charming tie featuring not one but two ponies! Children were also present. (on the tie)

So with 32% of the vote, Caitlin, you enter the Tie Showdown Hall of Champions. In a post-victory interview, Caitlin shared that the tie belonged to her partner's blind grandfather. All I can say is it's a shame he couldn't see the tie or the expressions people made when he wore it.

Tie Showdown, Week 5!

From left to right, top to bottom:

Colin : Roslynn : Cat (re-instated!) : Kristian : Maria : Megan B : Megan F : Jeff : Jeremy : Adam : Ben Blythe : Caitlin : Peter : Joseph : Eric

Please vote for as many contestants as you feel deserving.

Also Ran

This week we received several entrants who clearly had either not read the rules or willfully violated them. Despite the infraction, we at the Tie Showdown felt it important that their contributions be included in some form. After a little brainstorming (very little) we decided that a weekly post of Also Ran contestants would be a fitting tribute. Hopefully these participants can review the rules and resubmit next week, or when they grow up.

Week 4: And the winner is...

Congratulations to Jonah for winning the fourth week of the Tie Showdown despite lacking the ability speak or walk. The editors here at the Tie Showdown find this to be quite the accomplishment. To quote: "He may not be able to walk yet, but Jonah totally ran away with this week's votes."

Truly there was no competition. Jonah managed to use his magical baby abilities to completely out-cute his fellow competitors en route to reaching a previously unfathomable 100 votes (79% of total votes cast). In 2nd? Maria's awesome post-it note tie had 13 votes. Yep: 87 fewer than Jonah. Really, though, there's no surprise. Just look at him. His tie is stitched on and his shirt has his name on it. I'll admit it: I voted for him. Twice.

When asked for comment, Jonah quipped "GOO GOO GAA GAA."

Well said, little champion. You are truly a master of your craft. We don't know how you did it, but we're convinced that you are made of magic.


Editors' note: New rule!... No more babies. It's just not fair. Add pets to that list as well. We can't afford another cuteness overload.

Tie Showdown: Week 4!

From right to left, top to bottom:

Jim : DJ : Courtney : Colin : Steve : Erin : Charlie : Roslynn : Erin : Adam : Moira : Ben : Dave : Elvis : Chris J. : Maria : Alby : Jonah

Week 3: And the winner is...

Congratulations to Erin for winning the third week of the Tie Showdown. An unexpected entrant into the competition, Erin really brought down the thunder with this little number. I still can't quite wrap my head around the concept of denim with pink fringe being used as neckwear, but truly people, this tie is truly a sight to behold. Joni, with her genius and creative "Neckwear as Headwear" approach was nipping at Erin's heels late in the week, but I believe the strength provided by the presence of money gave Erin the edge.


Plus it always helps to have a salad in hand.


Congratulations again to Erin for running away with the the title this week, capturing 36% of the total vote.

Tie Showdown: Week 3

From left to right, top to bottom: Dave :Joni : Jim : Jeff : Heather : Erin : Drew : Colin : Cat : Beth : Ben : Adam

Important Notice: Because of the extremely high quality of this week's entries, voters will be allowed to select as many candidates as they deem worthy of a vote.