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Thomas Pink Commuter Tie by SummerSeventySix
Don't imagine we're going crazy for neckwear or anything, after posting about skull ties only a few days ago - but this needs to be seen, if only because it's an outrageous example of getting on the iPod bandwagon. Created by British shirt-maker, Thomas Pink it's officially called the "commuter tie" and has a pocket sewn on the reverse to hold an iPod Nano. The 100% silk tie also has an extra loop to keep your earphone wire tidy. If you want one, they're £49 - just don't carry anything heavier than a Nano in it, or you'll lose the James Bond effect and strangle yourself...
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