Where Does RFK Get His Ties From?
Where does RFK Jr. get his ties from? OTAA. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wears skinny ties from OTAA, an Australian menswear brand founded in Melbourne in 2011. OTAA stands for Ocean Ties Apparel Australia. Our team has identified eight designs in his public appearances: Shark, Green T-Rex Dinosaur, Toucan Bird, Pacific Seahorse, Sea Turtle, Red Lobster, Tropical Turtle and Fijian Palm Tree.
We design and sell the ties featured here, so the exact product identifications come from OTAA's own design records and the appearances confirmed by our team. This guide brings together the patterns, source posts, official photography, measurements, shopping links and the story behind his narrow-tie style. It documents OTAA pieces he has worn, not every tie in his wardrobe.
“Where do you get a tie like that?”
On 18 September 2026, Donald Trump paused a White House healthcare announcement to ask Kennedy, “Where do you get a tie like that?” He compared its unusually narrow shape to a rope. Watch the exchange in KTAR's coverage.
OTAA is the answer for the patterned ties identified in this guide. The tie in that particular exchange was plain navy. We are not identifying its brand from the clip or presenting it as one of the animal-print products below.
RFK Jr. skinny-tie appearances
| Date | Occasion | Tie and source |
|---|---|---|
| 29 January 2025 | Senate Finance Committee confirmation hearing | A skinny, 1960s-style tie, as described by The Washington Post. This description alone does not establish an exact product. |
| 13 February 2025 | Swearing-in as Secretary of Health and Human Services at the White House | Shark Skinny Tie, identified by OTAA. See the official photograph above and the original posts in the shark section. |
| 18 September 2026 | White House healthcare announcement | Plain navy narrow tie in the recorded exchange. Exact brand not identified here. |
Which OTAA ties has RFK Jr. worn?
The eight designs below share a navy base but have different motifs. The product names and codes distinguish the exact OTAA designs, including the two different turtle ties. Dimensions are the published product specifications checked on 20 September 2026, not a new physical measurement of stock or measurements taken from photographs. In this table and the product cards, width means edge-to-edge across the widest part of the broad front blade, not the pointed tip, narrow tail or knot.
| Design | Pattern | Listed width at widest point / length | Product code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shark Skinny Tie | Small grey shark silhouettes on navy | 6 cm / 145 cm | M214-ST6 |
| Green T-Rex Dinosaur Skinny Tie | Green T-Rex dinosaurs on navy | 6 cm / 145 cm | M225-ST6 |
| Toucan Bird Skinny Tie | Colourful toucan birds on navy | 6 cm / 145 cm | M243-ST6 |
| Pacific Seahorse Skinny Tie | Red seahorses on navy | 6.5 cm / 150 cm | M654-ST6 |
| Sea Turtle Skinny Tie | Green and red sea-turtle motifs on navy | 6.5 cm / 150 cm | M670-ST6 |
| Red Lobster Skinny Tie | Small red lobsters on navy | 6.5 cm / 150 cm | M640-ST6 |
| Tropical Turtle Skinny Tie | Orange and green turtle motifs on navy | 6.5 cm / 150 cm | M698-ST6 |
| Fijian Palm Tree Skinny Tie | Green and brown palm trees on navy | 6.5 cm / 150 cm | M722-ST6 |
RFK Jr.'s Shark Skinny Tie
Kennedy wore the OTAA Shark Skinny Tie at his 13 February 2025 swearing-in. Small shark silhouettes bring a nautical detail to its navy background. WWD's report, syndicated by Yahoo, describes a shark-printed skinny tie at the ceremony. The publication describes the pattern; OTAA identifies the exact product.
The official White House photograph near the top of this guide records the swearing-in appearance. The navy ground and repeated shark silhouettes are the features OTAA uses to identify the design; the photograph is not an endorsement of OTAA.
See OTAA's additional shark-tie post. These posts accompany the dated appearance record above.
Product details
Shark Skinny Tie
Small grey shark silhouettes on navy.
Listed width at widest point: 6 cm. Length: 145 cm.
RFK Jr.'s Green T-Rex Dinosaur Skinny Tie
The dinosaur design identified by OTAA is the Green T-Rex Dinosaur Skinny Tie. Its green tyrannosaurs give the dark navy fabric a distinctive pattern that becomes apparent up close. This is the specific T-Rex design in our Kennedy records, rather than a generic dinosaur-print tie.
The current product listing specifies 6 cm across the widest part of the broad front blade and 145 cm in length. For someone comparing a photograph with the catalogue, the key details are the green dinosaur silhouettes and navy background, not simply the fact that the tie has an animal pattern.
Green T-Rex Dinosaur Skinny Tie
Green T-Rex dinosaurs on navy.
Listed width at widest point: 6 cm. Length: 145 cm.
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Other OTAA skinny ties RFK Jr. has worn
Birds, sea creatures and tropical motifs feature in the other OTAA designs our team has identified. The product photographs below show the patterns clearly. Source-post links lead to the corresponding appearances further down the guide.
RFK Jr. and the Toucan Bird Skinny Tie
The bird design identified by OTAA is the Toucan Bird Skinny Tie. Its colourful toucans add yellow and blue accents to the navy base. Do not assume every bird-pattern tie is this design: the toucan motifs are the identifying detail.
Colourful toucan birds on navy.
Listed width at widest point: 6 cm. Length: 145 cm.
RFK Jr. and the Pacific Seahorse Skinny Tie
OTAA's team has confirmed Kennedy wearing the Pacific Seahorse Skinny Tie. Red seahorses form the pattern on navy. This is distinct from the red lobster design, even though both use red marine motifs.
Red seahorses on navy.
Listed width at widest point: 6.5 cm. Length: 150 cm.
RFK Jr. and the Sea Turtle Skinny Tie
Green and red detailing distinguishes the Sea Turtle Skinny Tie from the Tropical Turtle version. They are separate catalogue products, not two names for the same tie.
Green and red sea-turtle motifs on navy.
Listed width at widest point: 6.5 cm. Length: 150 cm.
RFK Jr. and the Red Lobster Skinny Tie
The Red Lobster Skinny Tie uses repeated red crustacean silhouettes. Compare the shape of the lobster motif rather than colour alone when distinguishing it from the Pacific Seahorse tie.
Small red lobsters on navy.
Listed width at widest point: 6.5 cm. Length: 150 cm.
RFK Jr. and the Tropical Turtle Skinny Tie
Orange and green turtles give this design its warmer tropical palette. OTAA identifies both this tie and the separate Sea Turtle Skinny Tie in Kennedy's appearances.
Orange and green turtle motifs on navy.
Listed width at widest point: 6.5 cm. Length: 150 cm.
RFK Jr. and the Fijian Palm Tree Skinny Tie
Green fronds and brown trunks identify the Fijian Palm Tree Skinny Tie. Its plant motifs distinguish it from the red marine motifs of the Pacific Seahorse design.
Green and brown palm trees on navy.
Listed width at widest point: 6.5 cm. Length: 150 cm.
Why does RFK Jr. wear skinny ties?
In a San Francisco Chronicle account, Jack Ohman recalled Kennedy saying in 2001 that he had his ties narrowed. Ohman interpreted the choice as an homage to Kennedy's father, Robert F. Kennedy.
That recollection concerns his earlier styling; it does not establish whether any particular OTAA tie was altered. His preference for narrow ties predates the recent attention.
What has the press said about RFK Jr.'s ties?
GQ devoted a feature to RFK Jr.'s skinny ties on 11 June 2024, discussing their proportions and Kennedy-family styling. Robin Givhan's Washington Post article described his look at the 29 January 2025 hearing as featuring a skinny, 1960s-style tie. These reports document his distinctive style; the exact OTAA product identifications in this guide come from our team.
How wide is RFK Jr.'s tie?
OTAA currently lists the designs in this guide at 6 cm or 6.5 cm across the widest part of the broad front blade, approximately 2.36 or 2.56 inches. Width is measured edge-to-edge across that broad section, not at the pointed tip, the narrow tail or the knot. Shark, Green T-Rex Dinosaur and Toucan Bird list 6 cm widths and 145 cm lengths. Pacific Seahorse, Sea Turtle, Red Lobster, Tropical Turtle and Fijian Palm Tree list 6.5 cm widths and 150 cm lengths.
These are published catalogue specifications, not a new physical measurement of stock or of Kennedy's own ties. The earlier “about two inches” description is not used as the specification in this guide. We have no evidence that a different measuring point explains that older wording, or that the particular OTAA ties shown here were altered.
The listed dimensions do not support a claim that these products are a full inch narrower than other skinny ties. Kennedy's exceptionally narrow plain tie in the recorded exchange is a separate, unidentified tie, not a measurement reference for these OTAA products. The terms skinny tie, slim tie and thin tie can overlap; compare the dimensions on the individual product pages rather than relying on the label alone.
How to get the RFK Jr. skinny-tie look
- Balance the proportions. Start with a jacket and shirt collar that complement a narrower tie rather than overwhelming it.
- Choose a compact knot. A four-in-hand is a useful option for a slender, slightly asymmetric knot. Follow our tie-knot guides.
- Keep the shirt simple. White or light blue gives an animal print a clear backdrop. A plain navy or charcoal suit lets the small motif stand out.
- Choose the motif you actually like. Birds, sharks and turtles offer different details from dinosaurs and lobsters. Keep other accessories restrained rather than competing with the pattern.
Where to buy the ties RFK Jr. wears
Shop the identified OTAA designs directly from otaa.com. In the United States, featured OTAA skinny ties are currently priced at US$49. OTAA uses Shopify Markets, so visitors in other countries will automatically see their local market price, currency, offers and availability on the product page.
Shark Skinny Tie · Green T-Rex Dinosaur Skinny Tie · Toucan Bird Skinny Tie · Pacific Seahorse Skinny Tie · Sea Turtle Skinny Tie · Red Lobster Skinny Tie · Tropical Turtle Skinny Tie · Fijian Palm Tree Skinny Tie.
Compare more options in our skinny tie collection, dinosaur skinny ties and full necktie range. For wider brand coverage, visit OTAA in the media.
Frequently asked questions
Where does RFK Jr. get his ties from?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wears skinny ties from OTAA, an Australian menswear brand. This guide identifies eight OTAA designs he has worn; it is not an exhaustive account of his wardrobe.
What does OTAA stand for?
OTAA stands for Ocean Ties Apparel Australia. OTAA is the Melbourne-founded menswear brand behind the skinny ties identified in this guide.
What brand of ties does RFK Jr. wear?
OTAA is the brand behind the Shark, Green T-Rex Dinosaur, Toucan Bird, Pacific Seahorse, Sea Turtle, Red Lobster, Tropical Turtle and Fijian Palm Tree skinny ties identified here.
Has RFK Jr. worn an OTAA shark tie?
Yes. OTAA identifies its Shark Skinny Tie at Kennedy's 13 February 2025 swearing-in. WWD's report on Yahoo also describes the shark pattern. The official photograph appears near the top of this guide, and the Instagram post is in the shark section.
Which dinosaur tie has RFK Jr. worn?
OTAA identifies the Green T-Rex Dinosaur Skinny Tie, with green dinosaurs on a navy background, among the designs Kennedy has worn.
Where can I buy RFK Jr.'s bird tie?
The bird design identified here is OTAA's Toucan Bird Skinny Tie. Use the product link in the toucan section to view its current price and availability.
Which turtle ties has RFK Jr. worn?
OTAA has identified both the Sea Turtle Skinny Tie and the Tropical Turtle Skinny Tie. They are separate designs with different turtle colours.
Where can I buy RFK Jr.'s lobster tie?
The lobster design identified by OTAA is the Red Lobster Skinny Tie, available through its product page on otaa.com.
Has RFK Jr. worn the Pacific Seahorse Skinny Tie?
Yes. OTAA's team has confirmed Kennedy wearing the Pacific Seahorse Skinny Tie, the navy design with red seahorses.
How wide is RFK Jr.'s tie?
OTAA lists the eight designs featured here at 6 cm or 6.5 cm across the widest part of the broad front blade, approximately 2.36 or 2.56 inches. This is the edge-to-edge blade width, not the knot, pointed tip or narrow tail. These are published product specifications, not newly verified physical measurements of stock or of Kennedy's own ties.
How much do RFK Jr.'s ties cost?
The eight OTAA ties featured here were each listed at A$55 in the Australian store on 20 September 2026. Prices, offers, currency and availability may differ by market and can change.
Where can I buy the ties RFK Jr. wears?
The identified OTAA designs can be purchased directly from otaa.com. The product cards in this guide link to the matching ties and show where to check current local prices and stock.
Are RFK Jr.'s ties Australian?
The OTAA ties in this guide are from an Australian brand that designs in Melbourne.
Why does RFK Jr. wear skinny ties?
Jack Ohman recalled Kennedy saying in 2001 that he had his ties narrowed. In his San Francisco Chronicle account, Ohman interpreted the choice as an homage to Kennedy's father.
Has GQ written about RFK Jr.'s skinny ties?
Yes. GQ published a feature about RFK Jr.'s skinny ties on 11 June 2024. It discusses the style rather than authenticating each OTAA product in this guide.
What tie did RFK Jr. wear to his confirmation hearing?
The Washington Post described a skinny, 1960s-style tie at the 29 January 2025 Senate Finance Committee hearing. That description alone does not confirm an exact OTAA product.
Did President Trump really ask where RFK Jr. got his tie?
Yes. Coverage of the 18 September 2026 White House healthcare announcement records Trump asking where Kennedy got such a narrow tie and comparing it to a rope. The specific plain navy tie in that exchange is not identified by brand here.
What knot works with a skinny tie?
A four-in-hand is a useful option for a compact, slightly asymmetric knot. Match the knot to the tie fabric and shirt collar rather than assuming one knot is compulsory.
Does RFK Jr. endorse OTAA?
No endorsement should be inferred from this article. It documents clothing appearances and OTAA's product identifications, not a sponsorship, ambassadorship or affiliation.
Watch the original RFK Jr. tie posts
These source posts accompany the additional designs identified by OTAA. They remain on Instagram rather than being downloaded and republished as OTAA-owned photographs. Each post has a direct link if the player is unavailable.
Sea Turtle Skinny Tie appearance
This source post accompanies OTAA's identification of the Sea Turtle design described above.
Red Lobster Skinny Tie appearance
This source post accompanies OTAA's identification of the Red Lobster design described above.
Tropical Turtle Skinny Tie appearance
This source post accompanies OTAA's identification of the Tropical Turtle design described above.
Fijian Palm Tree Skinny Tie appearance
This source post accompanies OTAA's identification of the Fijian Palm Tree design described above.
Additional RFK Jr. tie post
The source material on this page documents clothing appearances. It does not imply that the people shown endorse OTAA.
This article documents public clothing appearances and OTAA's first-hand product identifications. It does not imply endorsement, sponsorship or affiliation with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., any political campaign or any government office.
