Tie

In the early 19th century, British dandy Beau Brummell redefined, adapted, and popularized the style of the British court, leading European men to wearing well-cut, tailored clothes, adorned with carefully knotted neckties. Where did the suit and tie originate? BritainThe inspiration for today’s suits began at Royal Court in Britain, in an era when sumptuary […]

In the early 19th century, British dandy Beau Brummell redefined, adapted, and popularized the style of the British court, leading European men to wearing well-cut, tailored clothes, adorned with carefully knotted neckties. Who invented suit and tie? Beau BrummellBut then Beau Brummell came along and basically invented the suit we’re all still wearing today. If […]

“Suit & Tie” is a mid-tempo R&B song, with a length of five minutes and 26 seconds (5:26). The song, written in the key of D major, begins with a “slow-drawl” intro consisting of slowed down synths and “slightly out of time” drum claps, reminiscent of the Chopped and Screwed style of DJing. What is […]

In the early 19th century, British dandy Beau Brummell redefined, adapted, and popularized the style of the British court, leading European men to wearing well-cut, tailored clothes, adorned with carefully knotted neckties. Who invented suits and ties? Beau BrummellBut then Beau Brummell came along and basically invented the suit we’re all still wearing today. If […]

A tie clip or tie bar is a small piece of metal designed for use with a tie. Its purpose is to keep your tie in place by securing it to your shirt placket. Today, however, tie clips are also used for aesthetic reasons, such as adding a fashionable accent to an outfit. What is […]

Bow ties are worn by magicians, country doctors, lawyers and professors and by people hoping to look like the above. But perhaps most of all, wearing a bow tie is a way of broadcasting an aggressive lack of concern for what other people think. What do bowties symbolize? A Bow Tie Says You’re Confident and […]

A tie chain secures your neckwear to your shirt with a loose chain. It fastens to the placket with a bar, or hooks onto a button behind the tie. How do you wear a tie pin with a chain? Insert the T-bar through the buttonhole and button it. Slide the bar through the empty buttonhole […]

In the mid- to late 1960s, paisley became identified with psychedelic style and enjoyed mainstream popularity, partly due to the Beatles. Consequently, the style was particularly popular during the Summer of Love in 1967. Are paisley ties out of style? Paisley neckties are extremely popular today. Paisley ties have been in style for a while […]

If your prospective work environment is more laid back, you may want to consider wearing a skinny tie. A skinny tie can show that you don’t take yourself too seriously, but that you still handle yourself professionally. However, it must be said that skinny ties are typically better suited on men with a slimmer frame. […]

1710–1800: stocks, solitaires, neckcloths, cravats In 1715, another kind of neckwear, called “stocks” made its appearance. What did people wear around their necks in the 1800s? The cravat (/krəˈvæt/) is a neckband, the forerunner of the modern tailored necktie and bow tie, originating from a style worn by members of the 17th century military unit […]

There have been cases when an employee has successfully sued his employer for being forced to wear a tie. However, as long as an employer is treating both sexes equally they can dictate the dress code of its employees – including wearing a tie. Is it OK not to wear a tie? It depends on […]

The Four in Hand knot tie was the most common and versatile knot for all types of 1920s ties. It created a thin and tight knot at the neck which fit all traditional club and point collars. Did they wear ties in the 1920s? Neckwear. When it came to neckwear, ties and bow ties were […]

In the 1980s, narrower ties, some as narrow as 1+1⁄2 inches (3.8 cm) but more typically 3 to 3+1⁄4 inches (7.6 to 8.3 cm) wide, became popular again. Into the 1990s, as ties got wider again, increasingly unusual designs became common. How wide were ties in the 80s? 3.75”- 4” wideTraditional Tie During the 80’s, […]

Plaid Ties Plaid Patterns consist of checkered patterns formed by overlaying stripes. They are a great tie for less formal or casual purposes. What ties are formal? Four in Hand Necktie This is the tie most of us are familiar with. It’s a staple in most offices and is certainly appropriate for most formal occasions. […]

As a rule of thumb, when experimenting with patterns, avoid mixing any more than two (2) distinct patterns, since you can easily overwhelm yourself and could create a distracting outfit. Should your tie match your jacket? The Rules of Matching Ties to Suits Always be sure to keep this pointer in mind: Match your tie […]

Gingham and plaid shirts are a safe way to bring some personal style to your office uniform, and this is where tie pairing gets more fun. When you’re shaking up patterns, keep in mind the following: Keep the tie pattern bigger than the shirt pattern. Can you wear a tie with a checkered shirt? Striped […]

Avoid brogues or Derbies – they are not formal enough for eveningwear. The crisp whiteness of your shirt will enhance the ivory hue of the jacket. Can you wear brogues with tuxedo? Patent leather shoes are highly susceptible to scratches and damage, so be careful how you walk when wearing a pair. A rule of […]

Gingham-on-Gingham “Pairing a gingham shirt and tie with a solid navy suit allows the shirt to pop in just the right way.” Thomas Pink executive Simon Maloney says: “Gingham shirts work well with a variety of tie styles—straight ties, bow ties, skinny and knit ties. What goes with gingham shirt? The gingham shirt is a […]

Today, the button-down style can even be worn with casual suits. The most traditional choice, the forward point collar has fallen out of favor with some for its inability to be worn without a tie. (The flaps will become unruly.) Can you wear a button up with no tie? You can certainly button your shirt […]

Pinch each loop of fabric between your fingers so you have a firm grip. Pull the loops of fabric out to the side and away from your bow tie knot. As you pull the loops in the opposite direction from one another, the knot in the center of your bow tie will tighten. Are pre-tied […]