Tie

More formal ties are needed for blazers – similar to those used for tailor made men’s suits. Usually, these blazers are paired with stripe or club ties. While sports jackets are usually considered informal, the tone of their fabric can be complemented with: Patterned wool neckties. Is it OK to wear a tie with a […]

James Bond uses the asymmetrical four-in-hand knot to knot his ties more than any other method, and throughout the series he wears it both facing left and facing right. James Bond usually ties his knots with the right-hand method, and Sean Connery, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton and Daniel Craig all prefer this method. How do […]

Ascot and Cravat The cravat is the forefather to the modern tie and bow tie. Indeed, the term can be applied to anything worn around the neck. The ascot is what most people refer to when they say “cravat’. Strictly speaking, the ascot is a formal necktie worn with a pin as part of morning […]

The Eldredge knot is the most complex of the tie knots mentioned here, an unorthodox, complex and captivating knot, which includes many separate passages. It is a newly invented knot that, in contrast to the overwhelming majority of knots, is produced using the small part (called tail) as an active end. What is the best […]

Double Windsor Tie Knot. Double Windsor Tie Knot This is smartest and sharpest way in which you can wear a tie. To start, always hold the wider side in your right hand, hanging longer and the slimmer side in your left hand. This kind of tie is wrapped around twice before securing the knot which […]

The type of necktie fabric you are wearing should also be a consideration when choosing what type of tie knot to wear. Thicker ties with woolen interlining are best suited with Half and Full Windsor Knots, while thinner ties with a polyester interlining are best worn with a Four in Hand Knot. Which tie knot […]

Simpler to tie than the full Windsor and being a slightly smaller knot the half Windsor is the perfect knot for everyday business wear. The half Windsor also has the classic symmetrical shape of the Windsor knot so always looks smart, particularly when you add the final touch of the dimple. What is the most […]

Neckties have always symbolized nobility, honor, and order. Originating in 17th century Europe, Croatian mercenaries serving in France were the first to wear knotted neckerchiefs to signal their position and alliances. What does wearing a tie say about you? Whether your red tie communicates aggression, passion, ambition, strength, power, or a combination of those characteristics, […]

The necktie worn by James Bond (Daniel Craig) in the Matera scenes in No Time To Die (2020) is The Avery Necktie by Alexander Olch, a New York based designer. The tie is hand-made in New York from burgundy silk twill ground with contrasting bourette silk spots. What type of tie does James Bond wear? […]

What was the purpose of US soldiers having to tuck their neck ties into their service uniforms in WW2? It keeps their ties out of their food. Why did soldiers tuck in their ties? Enforced in the military and at Varsity colleges back in the day, the tie tuck keeps your neckwear from flailing about […]

For CEOs and others in high power positions, red is a reaffirmation of assertiveness and authority. Even if you’re not the boss, it’s okay to wear a red tie. (While the solid red tie is the standard for a power tie, you might also want to consider a red pattern tie.) What does wearing a […]

After-hours events, casual dinners, or informal parties are all great reasons to wear a loose tie. Don’t wear a loose tie for formal or professional events such as business meetings, weddings, religious ceremonies, fine dining, and job interviews. These moments really call for a crisp, tight tie. Should a tie be tight? A tie should […]

What in the world of wedding attire is white tie? Also referred to as full dress, white tie attire is actually the most formal of any wedding (or event) dress code—even more so than black tie—and stems from over two centuries of Western evening wear tradition. What is the dress code for white tie? What […]

First, apply a spot treatment to the tie, if needed. Then, machine wash in cold water on a gentle or handwash cycle. A small amount of laundry detergent can be used. Do not add fabric softener or bleach, even on a white tie. Can I put a tie in the washing machine? You can wash […]

Yes Eoin, you should leave your neckties knotted so that they will deteriorate over time because you can’t take 1 minute or less to tie your tie in the morning. That’s all the time it takes to tie and adjust your knot. Good thing you don’t buy expensive ties. How long should tie be untied? […]

While rolling your ties is not the best choice for long term tie storage, it can be a great option for short term storage. To roll your tie, lay it completely flat with no knots, with the back of the tie facing upwards. Next, take the small side of the tie and fold it inwards […]

Pull on both ends of the folded tie so that it’s taut; Take the narrow end of the folded tie and run it through the loop again. Make sure that both ends line up. The tie will now be folded twice. How do you move ties when moving? Fold the tie in half, end-to-end. Then, […]

An easy way to store belts is right in your closet. Place command hooks flat against an empty wall and put your belts on the hooks. You probably don’t own too many and they’re not bulky, so they shouldn’t take up much room. If you prefer a different storage option, try a huggable belt and […]

Your tie bars should, first and foremost, not be stored on your ties when not in use (but you knew that, right?). Instead, organize them by keeping them in the boxes they came in, or by keeping them in a box or a valet tray in or on your dresser. Where should tie clips be […]

There’s no tying involved. Once it’s clamped, the small section of umbilical cord dries up and falls off in about a week. What’s left is the umbilicus — or belly button. And the shape and size of the belly button depends entirely on the way your tummy heals after the cord falls off. Do doctors […]