Patent Publication Number: US-2016242477-A1

Title: Pre-knotted necktie system

Description:
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION 
     This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/120,125, filed Feb. 24, 2015. 
    
    
     BACKGROUND 
     Neckties are an accessory of clothing that require the wearer to know how to tie a knot. Further, to change the look of the necktie, one must know how to tie the necktie in several different knots. Lack of design availability to represent the individual is also a consideration. Various attempts have been made to resolve the above issues, such as, the clip-on necktie or zipper necktie. 
     Accordingly there is a need for a pre-knotted necktie system that overcomes the limitations of the modern day necktie, and its variations, as noted above. 
    
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
         FIG. 1  is an illustration of a method of using a pre-knotted necktie system according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 2A  is a front view of a pre-knotted necktie system according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 2B  is a back view of a pre-knotted necktie system according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 3  is a perspective view of a body of a pre-knotted necktie system according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 4  is a front view of a body of a pre-knotted necktie system according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 5  is a back view of a body of a pre-knotted necktie system according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 6  is a first side view of a body of a pre-knotted necktie system according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 7  is a second side view of a body of a pre-knotted necktie system according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 8  is an upper end view of a body of a pre-knotted necktie system according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 9  is a lower end view of a body of a pre-knotted necktie system according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 10A  is an illustration of a pre-knotted necktie system including a pre-tied Eldredge knot according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 10B  is an illustration of a pre-knotted necktie system including a pre-tied tulip knot according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 10C  is an illustration of a pre-knotted necktie system including a pre-tied trinity knot or pinwheel knot according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 10D  is an illustration of a pre-knotted necktie system including a pre-tied Eldredge knot according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 10E  is an illustration of a pre-knotted necktie system including a pre-tied boutonniere knot according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 10F  is an illustration of a pre-knotted necktie system including a pre-tied viper knot according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 11A  is a perspective view of a second embodiment body according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 11B  is a front view of a second embodiment body according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 11C  is a side view of a second embodiment body according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
         FIG. 11D  is a top view of a second embodiment body according to one embodiment of the present invention. 
     
    
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION 
     Embodiments of the present invention include a pre-knotted necktie system. In one embodiment, the pre-knotted necktie system can include a pre-knotted necktie, a body, and an attachment mechanism. 
     In one embodiment, the pre-knotted necktie system can include a body having opposing body first and second faces and first and second aperture elements disposed within the body in a spaced apart relation. The body first and second aperture elements can define corresponding body first and second aperture element openings. Each of the body first and second aperture element openings can communicate between the body first and second faces. The body can further include an elongate securement element having an elongate securement element length disposed between elongate securement element first and second ends. Typically, the elongate securement element length can pass through the body first and second aperture element openings to couple the elongate securement element to the body. The elongate securement element first and second ends can releasably couple to one another to secure the body about a neck of a wearer. 
     In one embodiment, a pre-knotted necktie system can include a body having first and second elongate arms outwardly extending from the body in opposed relation. A first elongate arm aperture element can be disposed within the first elongate arm. The first elongate arm aperture element can define a first elongate arm aperture element opening that can communicate between first elongate arm first and second faces. A second elongate arm aperture element can be disposed within the second elongate arm. The second elongate arm aperture element can define a second elongate arm aperture element opening that can communicate between second elongate arm first and second faces. An elongate securement element length can pass through the first and second elongate arm aperture element openings to couple the elongate securement element to the body. 
     In one embodiment, the pre-knotted necktie system can further include a pre-tied knot of a necktie coupled to the body. In another embodiment, the pre-knotted necktie system can further include a necktie tail coupled to the pre-tied knot. 
     In one embodiment, the pre-knotted necktie system can include a body having a generally planar and substantially triangular shape. The system can further include a pre-knotted necktie coupled to the body and a securement strap. The securement strap can be implemented to couple the pre-knotted necktie and the body to a wearer. For instance, the securement strap can be secured around a neck of a wearer. Typically, the body can include, but is not limited to, a first body aperture, a second body aperture, a third body aperture, and a fourth body aperture. The first body aperture and the second body aperture can be located approximate a middle portion of the body on either side of a middle of the body. The third body aperture and the fourth body aperture can generally be located approximate opposite ends of the body. 
     In one embodiment, the pre-knotted necktie system can include a body having a substantially arcuate triangular shape. The body can include a first arm and a second arm extending in opposing directions from a center portion of the body. Typically, each of the arms can include a pair of bends that take the arms back and away from the center portion of the body. By implementing the bends, the body can fit to a neck of a wearer more comfortably and provide a more polished look. Further, the pre-knotted necktie can take shape and contour around the neck of the wearer forming well with a collar of a shirt worn by the wearer. 
     In one embodiment, the body and the securement strap can be sold in combination with a necktie. A wearer could then tie the necktie to the body in any style they would like. 
     TERMINOLOGY 
     The terms and phrases as indicated in quotation marks (“ ”) in this section are intended to have the meaning ascribed to them in this Terminology section applied to them throughout this document, including in the claims, unless clearly indicated otherwise in context. Further, as applicable, the stated definitions are to apply, regardless of the word or phrase&#39;s case, to the singular and plural variations of the defined word or phrase. 
     The term “or” as used in this specification and the appended claims is not meant to be exclusive; rather the term is inclusive, meaning either or both. 
     References in the specification to “one embodiment”, “an embodiment”, “another embodiment, “a preferred embodiment”, “an alternative embodiment”, “one variation”, “a variation” and similar phrases mean that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment or variation, is included in at least an embodiment or variation of the invention. The phrase “in one embodiment”, “in one variation” or similar phrases, as used in various places in the specification, are not necessarily meant to refer to the same embodiment or the same variation. 
     The term “couple” or “coupled” as used in this specification and appended claims refers to an indirect or direct physical connection between the identified elements, components, or objects. Often the manner of the coupling will be related specifically to the manner in which the two coupled elements interact. 
     The term “directly coupled” or “coupled directly,” as used in this specification and appended claims, refers to a physical connection between identified elements, components, or objects, in which no other element, component, or object resides between those identified as being directly coupled. 
     The term “approximately,” as used in this specification and appended claims, refers to plus or minus 10% of the value given. 
     The term “about,” as used in this specification and appended claims, refers to plus or minus 20% of the value given. 
     The terms “generally” and “substantially,” as used in this specification and appended claims, mean mostly, or for the most part. 
     Directional and/or relationary terms such as, but not limited to, left, right, nadir, apex, top, bottom, vertical, horizontal, back, front and lateral are relative to each other and are dependent on the specific orientation of a applicable element or article, and are used accordingly to aid in the description of the various embodiments and are not necessarily intended to be construed as limiting. 
     A First Embodiment of a Pre-Knotted Necktie System 
     Referring to  FIGS. 1-9 , detailed diagrams of an embodiment  100  of a pre-knotted necktie system are illustrated. Typically, the pre-knotted necktie system  100  can include a body  102 , a necktie  104 , and an attachment mechanism  106 . 
     In one embodiment, the body  102  can include a first body face  110 , a second body face  112 , a first aperture element  114 , a second aperture element  116 , a first aperture element opening  118 , and a second aperture element opening  120 . As can be seen in the figures, the first body face  110  can be opposed to the second body face  112 . The aperture elements  114 ,  116  can be disposed within the body  102  in a spaced apart relation. The aperture elements  114 ,  116  can define the corresponding aperture element openings  118 ,  120 . The aperture element openings  118 ,  120  can each communicate between the body faces  110 ,  112 . 
     Generally, the attachment mechanism  106  can be an elongate securement element. For instance, the elongate securement element  106  can be a strap having ends adapted to couple to one another. The elongate securement element  106  can have an elongate securement element length  107 , an elongate securement element first end  108 , and an elongate securement element second end  109 . The elongate securement element length  107  can be disposed between the elongate securement element first end  108  and the elongate securement element second end  109 . The elongate securement element length  107  can pass through the aperture element openings  118 ,  120  to couple the elongate securement element  106  to the body  102 . 
     As generally shown in the figures, the necktie  104  can include a pre-tied knot  105 . The pre-tied knot  105  can typically be coupled to the body  102 . The elongate securement element first end  108  and the elongate securement element second end  109  can be releasably coupled to one another to secure the necktie  104  about a neck  190  of a wearer  195 . 
     Now referring primarily to  FIGS. 3-9 , the first body face  110  and the second body face  112  can be generally planar or arcuate, depending upon the application. As shown in  FIG. 8 , the first body face  110  and the second body face  112  can be disposed a body thickness  122  apart. In one instance, the body thickness  122  can be in a range of between about 1 millimeter to about 10 millimeters. In one example, the body thickness  122  can be about 3.2 millimeters. 
     As shown in  FIG. 6 , the body  102  can have a body length  124  disposed between an upper body end  126  and a lower body end  128 . In one instance, the body length  124  can be in a range of between about 30 millimeters to about 60 millimeters, depending upon the application. In one example, the body length  124  can be about 49 millimeters. 
     As can be appreciated, the body  102  can be formed from any of a numerous and wide variety of materials, including, but not limited to, rigid materials, semi-rigid materials, and/or flexible materials. Typically, the material can be capable of providing support for the necktie  104  and the pre-tied knot  105 . The body  102  can be formed from materials including, but not limited to, plastic, plastic-like material, rubber, rubber-like material, paper, paper-based material, wood, metal, or the like, or combinations thereof. 
     As shown in  FIGS. 4-5 , the body  102  can include the first aperture element  114  and the second aperture element  116  disposed within the body  102  in a spaced apart relation. As mentioned previously, the first aperture element  114  and the second aperture element  116  can define the corresponding first aperture element opening  118  and the second aperture element opening  120 . The first aperture element opening  118  and the second aperture element opening  120  can each communicate between the first body face  110  and the second body face  112 . 
     The first aperture element opening  118  and the second aperture element opening  120  can have corresponding cross-sections being defined by one of numerous configurations of varying dimensions. The cross-sections can be defined by shapes including, but are not limited to, a circle, an oval, an ellipse, a triangle, a square, a rectangle, a polygon, a freeform configuration, or the like, or combinations thereof. The first aperture element opening  118  and the second aperture element opening  120  can each be capable of receiving a portion of the elongate securement element length  107  of the elongate securement element  106  having correspondingly numerous configurations of varying dimensions. As shown in generally in  FIGS. 2A-3 , the elongate securement element length  107  can pass through the first aperture element opening  118  and the second aperture element opening  120  to couple the elongate securement element  106  to the body  102 . 
     In one example, as shown in  FIG. 4 , the first aperture element opening  118  and the second aperture element opening  120  can each have generally rectangular cross-sections, each with a body aperture element length  130  of about 9.5 millimeters and a body aperture element width  132  of about 3.2 millimeters. Accordingly, the first aperture element opening  118  and the second aperture element opening  120  can insertingly receive a portion of the elongate securement element length  107  of the elongate securement element  106  having a generally rectangular elongate securement element cross-section with the elongate securement element width  134  of less than about 3.2 millimeters. 
     The first aperture element  114  and the second aperture element  116  can be disposed in any of a numerous and wide variety of locations within the body  102  to communicate between the first body face  110  and the second body face  112 . In one example, the first aperture element  114  and the second aperture element  116  can be disposed on opposing sides of a longitudinal midline  136 , as shown in  FIG. 5 . In one example, the spaced apart relation of the first aperture element  114  and the second aperture element  116  can be about 3.2 millimeters. It is to be appreciated that the first aperture element  114  and the second aperture element  116  can be disposed in any location within the body  102  such that the elongate securement element length  107  can pass through the first aperture element opening  118  and the second aperture element opening  120  to couple the elongate securement element  106  to the body  102 . 
     As shown generally in  FIGS. 3-9 , the body  102  can include a first elongate arm  138  and a second elongate arm  140  outwardly extending from the body  102  in an opposed relation. In one embodiment, the first elongate arm  138  and the second elongate arm  140  can each outwardly extend from a corresponding opposing body side. For instance, the body  102  can include a first body side  142  and a second body side  144  proximate the body upper end  126 , as shown in  FIG. 5 . In one instance, the first elongate arm  138 , the second elongate arm  140 , and the body upper end  126  can together form a body upper edge  146 , as shown in  FIG. 4 . In one embodiment, the body upper edge  146  can have a generally linear shape. In another embodiment, the body upper edge  146  can have a generally inwardly arcuate shape. It is to be appreciated that the body upper edge  146  can be shaped depending upon the application. 
     In one example, the body upper edge  146  can have a body upper edge length  148  in a range of between about 89 millimeters to about 102 millimeters. It is to be appreciated that the body upper edge length  148  can be lesser than 89 millimeters or greater than 102 millimeters, depending upon the application. 
     The first elongate arm  138 , the second elongate arm  140 , the first body side  142 , and the second body side  144  can terminate in the lower body end  128 . Together they can form a pair of body side edges  150 , as shown in  FIG. 4 . Typically, the pair of body side edges  150  can have an inwardly arcuate shape. In one example, each of the inwardly arcuate body side edges  150  can have a body side edge length  152  in a range of between about 38 millimeters to about 51 millimeters. It is to be appreciated that the body side edge length  152  can be lesser than 38 millimeters or greater than 51 millimeters, depending upon the application. 
     In one example, the body upper edge  146  and the pair of body side edges  150  may be useful for tying a specific type of knot to the necktie  104 . For instance, the body upper edge  146  and the pair of body side edges  150  can be implemented to form the pre-tied knot  105 . It is to be appreciated that the body upper edge  146  and the pair of body side edges  150  can be implemented to support the pre-tied knot  105  of the necktie  104 . 
     As shown in  FIGS. 4-5 , the first elongate arm  138  can include a first elongate arm aperture element  154  disposed within the first elongate arm  138 . The first elongate arm aperture element  154  can define a first elongate arm aperture element opening  156  that can communicate between a first elongate arm first face  158  and a first elongate arm second face  160 . Similarly, the second elongate arm  140  can include a second elongate arm aperture element  162  disposed within the second elongate arm  140 . The second elongate arm aperture element  162  can define a second elongate arm aperture element opening  164  that can communicate between a second elongate arm first face  166  and a second elongate arm second face  168 . 
     The first elongate arm aperture element opening  156  and the second elongate arm aperture element opening  164  can each have corresponding cross-sections defined by numerous configurations of varying dimensions. For instance, the cross-sections can be defined by shapes including, but not limited to, a circle, an oval, an ellipse, a triangle, a square, a rectangle, a polygon, a freeform configuration, or the like, or combinations thereof. The first elongate arm aperture element opening  156  and the second elongate arm aperture element opening  164  can each be capable of receiving a portion of the elongate securement element length  107  of the elongate securement element  106  having correspondingly numerous configurations of varying dimensions. The elongate securement element length  107  can pass through the first elongate arm aperture element opening  156  and the second elongate arm aperture element opening  164  to couple the elongate securement element  106  to the body  102 . 
     In one example, the first elongate arm aperture element opening  156  and the second elongate arm aperture element opening  164  can each have generally rectangular cross-sections, each with an elongate arm aperture element length  170  of about 9.5 millimeters and an elongate arm aperture element width  172  of about 3.2 millimeters, as shown in  FIG. 4 . Accordingly, the first elongate arm aperture element opening  156  and the second elongate arm aperture element opening  164  can insertingly receive a portion of the elongate securement element length  107  of the elongate securement element  106  having a generally rectangular elongate securement element cross-section with an elongate securement element width  134  of less than about 3.2 millimeters. 
     It is to be appreciated that the first elongate arm aperture element  154  and the second elongate arm aperture element  162  can define a location of the corresponding first elongate arm aperture element opening  156  and the second elongate arm aperture element opening  164 . 
     The first elongate arm aperture element opening  156  and the second elongate arm aperture element opening  164  can be disposed in any of a numerous and wide variety of locations within the corresponding first elongate arm  138  and the second elongate arm  140 . For instance, the first elongate arm aperture element opening  156  can communicate between the first elongate arm first face  158  and the first elongate arm second face  160 . The second elongate arm aperture element opening  164  can communicate between the second elongate arm first face  166  and the second elongate arm second face  168 . 
     In one embodiment, the first elongate arm aperture element  154  and the second elongate arm aperture element  162  can be disposed within a corresponding first elongate arm end  174  and a corresponding second elongate arm end  176 . The first elongate arm end  174  and the second elongate arm end  176  can both be located distally from the body  102 . In one instance, the elongate securement element length  107  can pass through the first elongate arm aperture element opening  156 , the second elongate arm aperture element opening  164 , the first aperture element opening  118 , and the second aperture element opening  120  to couple the elongate securement element  106  to the body  102 , as shown in  FIG. 3 . 
     It is to be appreciated that the elongate securement element  106  can have any of a numerous and wide variety of configurations of varying dimensions such that the elongate securement element length  107  can pass through at least the first aperture element opening  118  and the second aperture element opening  120 . It is to be appreciated that the elongate securement element length  107  can also be sized to pass through the first elongate arm aperture element opening  156  and the second elongate arm aperture element opening  164 . Generally, the elongate securement element length  107  can be sized to couple the elongate securement element  106  to the body  102  and to releasably secure the body  102  about the neck  190  of the wearer  195 . 
     In one example, the elongate securement element  106  can be configured as a tether or a strap where the elongate securement element length  107  is about 51 centimeters. It is to be appreciated that the elongate securement element length  107  can be lesser or greater than 51 centimeters, depending upon the application. 
     In one embodiment, the elongate securement element first end  108  and the elongate securement element second end  109  can be adapted to be releasably coupled to one another. The elongate securement elements ends  108 ,  109  can be implemented to provide an adjustable elongate securement element length  107 . Generally, to shorten the elongate securement element length  107 , the elongate securement element ends  108 ,  109  can be releasably coupled to dispose a greater portion of the elongate securement element length  107  in an overlapping engagement. Correspondingly, to lengthen the elongate securement element length  107 , the elongate securement element ends  108 ,  109  can be releasably coupled to dispose a lesser portion of the elongate securement element length  107  in an overlapping engagement. As can be appreciated, the pre-knotted necktie system  100  can be worn by a plurality of wearers having differently sized necks. 
     In one example, to provide an adjustable elongate securement element length  107 , the elongate securement element  106  can include one or more pairs of releasably mated fastener elements  178 . Typically, a first one of the pair can be coupled to the elongate securement element length  107  proximate the elongate securement element first end  108  and a second one of the pair can be coupled to the elongate securement element length  107  proximate the elongate securement element second end  109 . 
     The releasably mated fastener elements  178  can include any of a wide variety of releasably mated mechanical fasteners. For instance, the releasably mated fastener elements  178  can include, but are not limited to, annular elements, buckles, buttons, clamps, clips, grommets, hook-and-eye closures, mated hook and loop fasteners, pins, rivets, snap fasteners, staples, stitches, straps, tape, or the like, or combinations thereof. As can be appreciated, the releasably mated fastener elements  178  can be implemented to facilitate releasable coupling of the elongate securement element first end  108  and the elongate securement element second end  109 . Further, the releasably mated fastener elements  178  can be included to provide an overlapping engagement of the elongate securement element length  107  and to provide adjustability to the elongate securement element length  107 . 
     The pre-tied knot  105  can include any of a numerous and wide variety of knots. It is to be appreciated that the pre-tied knot  105  can be coupled to the body  102 . In one example, the pre-tied knot  105  can be tied about the body  102  to provide the pre-tied knot  105 . 
     Referring to  FIGS. 10A-10F , a plurality of different styles for the pre-tied knot  105  are illustrated. It is to be appreciated that the knots shown in  FIGS. 10A-10F  are for illustrative purposes only, and not meant to be limiting. Referring to  FIG. 10A , the pre-tied knot system  100  is shown including a pre-tied knot  200  being a first Eldredge knot. Referring to  FIG. 10B , the pre-tied knot system  100  is shown including a pre-tied knot  202  being a tulip knot. Referring to  FIG. 10C , the pre-tied knot system  100  is shown including a pre-tied knot  204  being a trinity knot. Referring to  FIG. 10D , the pre-tied knot system  100  is shown including a pre-tied knot  206  being a second Eldredge knot. Referring to  FIG. 10E , the pre-tied knot system  100  is shown including a pre-tied knot  208  being a boutonniere knot. Referring to  FIG. 10F , the pre-tied knot system  100  is shown including a pre-tied knot  210  being a viper knot. 
     The pre-tied knot  105  can include, but is not limited to, an illusion knot, a saturn knot, a cape knot, a velvet knot, a merovingian knot, a Windsor knot, a double Windsor knot, a true love knot, a pendant knot, a basket knot, a capsule knot, a penrose knot, a linwood knot, a hyrule knot, an arrow knot, a burami knot, a Prince Albert knot, a cobra knot, a cyclone knot, a medallion knot, an agape knot, a rabinak knot, a diamond knot, a dynasty knot, a rose knot, an artichoke knot, a Morenus knot, a Murrell knot, a fusion knot, a taurus knot, a hanging ring knot, a vidalia knot, a Finfrock knot, a Zelda knot, a triforce knot, and a cross knot. 
     A Second Embodiment of a Body 
     Referring to  FIGS. 11A-11D , detailed diagrams of a second embodiment  200  of a body for use in the pre-knotted necktie system  100  is illustrated. The second embodiment body  200  can be implemented in place of the first embodiment body  102  to provide a fanciful pre-knotted tie that is easily secured around a neck of a wearer. In one embodiment, the second embodiment body  200  can have a generally arcuate triangular shape. 
     As shown in  FIGS. 11A and 11B , the body  200  can typically include a first body aperture  202 , a second body aperture  204 , a third body aperture  206 , and a fourth body aperture  208 . The first body aperture  202  can be located proximate left of a center of the body  200  and the second body aperture  204  can be located proximate right of the center of the body  200 . The third body aperture  206  can be located approximate a left end of the body  200  and the fourth body aperture  208  can be located approximate a right end of the body  200 . 
     As shown, the body  200  can include a first arm  210  and a second arm  212 . The arms  210 ,  212  can typically extend outwardly and backwardly from a center portion  214  of the body  200  in an opposed relation. The first arm  210  can include a first arm end  216  where the third body aperture  206  is located and the second arm  212  can include a second arm end  218  where the fourth body aperture  208  is located. As can be appreciated, the ends  216 ,  218  are typically the furthest extending portion of the body  200  in either direction. 
     As shown in  FIGS. 11A and 11C-11D , the arms  210 ,  212  can each include a first bend  220  and a second bend  222 . The first bend  220  can be approximate the center portion  214  of the body  200  and extend the arms  210 ,  212  back and away from the center portion  214 . Typically, the first bend  220  can be at an acute angle. In one instance, the first bend  220  can be at an angle between 30° to 60°. The second bend  222  can be approximate the ends  216 ,  218  of the first arm  210  and the second arm  212 . The second bend  222  can extend the ends  216 ,  218  even further back and away from the center portion  214 . Typically, the second bend  220  can be at an acute angle. In one instance, the second bend  222  can be at an angle between 30° to 60°. In one example, the first bend  220  and the second bend  222  can each be approximately 45°. 
     In one instance, the first arm  210 , the second arm  212 , and the center portion  214  can form a body upper edge  230 , as shown in  FIG. 11B . Typically, the body upper edge  230  can have a generally linear shape. In one instance, the body upper edge  230  can have a generally inwardly arcuate shape. It is to be appreciated that the body upper edge  230  can be shaped depending upon an application. 
     The first arm  210  and the second arm  212  can each include a side edge  232 . As shown generally in  FIGS. 11A-11D , the pair of side edges  232  can have a substantially inwardly arcuate shape or a generally concave shape. 
     As can be appreciated, the securement strap  106  can be adapted to pass through each of the body apertures  202 ,  204 ,  206 ,  208  to secure the body to a neck of a wearer. In one instance, the securement strap  106  can be sized to pass through each of the body apertures  202 ,  204 ,  206 ,  208  similar to the first aperture element opening  118 , the second aperture element opening  120 , the first elongate arm aperture element opening  156 , and the second elongate arm aperture element opening  164 . 
     Typically, the securement strap  106  can be passed through the first body aperture  202  and the second body aperture  204  to secure the body  200  to the securement strap  106 . The third body aperture  206  and the fourth body aperture  208  can generally be included to place the securement strap  206  near a collar of a shirt worn by the pre-knotted necktie wearer. 
     Alternative Embodiments and Variations 
     The various embodiments and variations thereof, illustrated in the accompanying Figures and/or described above, are merely exemplary and are not meant to limit the scope of the invention. It is to be appreciated that numerous other variations of the invention have been contemplated, as would be obvious to one of ordinary skill in the art, given the benefit of this disclosure. All variations of the invention that read upon appended claims are intended and contemplated to be within the scope of the invention.