About a month ago in the weekly newsletter we featured skinny ties, which I am a huge fan of. However, being a member of the "Big & Tall" set, the skinny tie isn't always flattering, especially if I wear one without a coat or suspenders. For such occasions, when you need a tie that will be stylish enough to stand free, yet subtle enough so that it doesn't look flashy, think of going with this black and gray windowpane tie.

The windowpane pattern is rapidly emerging in fashion as the new hot look: it's not as cut-and-dried as a pinstripe, but isn't quite as bold as a plaid or a paisley. This tie will stand out perfectly on either a black or a white shirt, as the shading creates an illusion of depth; also, because of the grayscale tones, this tie can be paired with almost any color shirt from a deep wine red to a lighter blue. Best of all, since Kohl's is today's Daily Double, you can get this tie at 40% off its list price, and get an extra 4% Cash Back.

If you're looking for the perfect complement to this tie, or any tie for that matter, look no further. I don't know exactly when the tie tack went out of fashion or why; all I know is that these little doodads are back in a major way. I will forewarn you, tie tacks are kind of dangerous for use in higher-end silk ties, but other than that, tack away!  This Emerald cut silver-tone tie tack adds just the right touch of flair to your ensemble, and gives a little extra freedom of motion to your tie. What makes the tie tack so superior to the tie clips that most men use is that while the pin holds the two lengths of the tie together, the attached chain goes into the adjacent button hole, allowing your tie to swing and sag as needed instead of the fixed location of a tie clip, which leads to bunching. $18 may seem a little steep, but with the buy one, get one half off promotion, you can get two of these for under $30, and they really do make a great gift. Plus, gift or not, you are the one who keeps your 4% Cash Back, provided you jump on this great deal by midnight tonight.