i used to feel that way, but more and more i see younger guys wearing ties, in the manner our own Moose m, i probably do this once a week, usually on the weekend, i have also been wearing a bow tie maybe once a month,  i think its fun

Ties are pretty much work-wear for me (not required or expected though). Usually loosened. But I will also quite often lose the tie before going out or by lunchtime out if too much is too much.

I must confess I like them for warmth as much as anything else.

The navy knit is, IMHO, the easiest to wear. Unlined vintage repp ties maybe worth a try?

re. moose: have got both.. Tried 'em too and don't feel 'easy' or relaxed really. i'd like to as it's a great look but somehow i feel i look better without..

i haven't got a dress code of any kind at work, the only thing i'd like to wear a tie / jacket combo or even a suit is only for fun, and for myself.

i do wear a jacket / chinos combo a lot, but without the damn tie!

Thousands of fantastic vintage ties on Ebay for pennies. I'll quite often order a couple, always nice to find them in the post and never any customs hassles.

I can't wear most contemporary ties anyway, they're too long.

^have a few times.. somehow i couldn't make it work today.

agree with you on the tie/jacket/no-tie/anaemic part on some level.

I like a tie, but interesting how many looks you get wearing one around town shopping on a weekend. Sad state of affairs really.

tomorrow i'll be renovating the house so no ties whatsover but will try that (again) on friday.