A Guide to the Best of Southern California : FASHION : Timeless Ties

JUDGING BY artist Nancy Rose DeLorenzo’s one-of-a-kind bolo ties, time is of the essence. The bolos--actually collage art constructed from antique-watch parts and findings that are mounted on the disk-shaped backings of pocket watches--range in price from $55 to $95.

Taken at face value, the bolos make a fashion statement and come with a lifetime warranty: Life may be filled with deadlines, but time won’t run out.