Tie

The method for correctly pairing colours for work is pretty black and white: well, black and blue technically speaking. “A blue denim or chambray shirt will work well with a green suit, then all you need to add is a black knitted tie and black suede Chelsea boots. What color goes well with green suit? […]

The key to wearing florals is to wear the print with a plain solid colour, preferably in a co-ordinating or complementary tone. Because florals typically come in multiple colours any colour in the print is fair game giving you endless styling possibilities. Still not ready for the garden party? Do florals make you look old? […]

Floral Tie and Matching Pocket Square This is a very put-together look that we usually see in formal attire like weddings. You can definitely wear a matching floral tie and pocket square in more casual or business occasions too. However, when wearing this much floral keep the rest of your outfit solid and neutral. Can […]

70s Clothing: Fun & Practical Clothes in big, bold, and bright prints were also very common. Polka dots, wild patterns such as paisleys, floral and ethnic patterns were also popular. What fashion was in the 70’s? Popular early 1970s fashions for women included Tie dye shirts, Mexican ‘peasant’ blouses, folk-embroidered Hungarian blouses, ponchos, capes, and […]

Polka Dot Ties and Pattern Matching Cue the polka dot tie. These ties comprise of a largely spaced dotted pattern that will contrast well with narrow striped, smaller checkered or solid shirts, and virtually any suit pattern. Can you wear a pattern tie with a striped suit? Pattern Notes Between the tie, suit, and shirt, […]

to be forced to make an extreme effort. How do you wear a collar pin shirt? You screw off one end of the bar, feed it through actual holes in your shirt collar (yes, you’ll need a specific type of shirt) designed for this purpose. Then you screw on the end cap and you’re good […]

The leather ends of your suspenders should always match your shoes. So if you’re wearing black pants and brown shoes, you should pair them with suspenders with brown leather ends – and if you have a leather briefcase or bag, ideally that should be the same color. What is the proper placement of suspenders? They […]

Band Collar = No Tie With all that said, pairing a tie with a band collar is a no-go. Simply put, there’s just no place to even nest the tie around your neck. This is the anti-tie collar. Wear it as such. Are band collars formal? The formality comes in the form of a high […]

It is acceptable to wear a patterned dress shirt for casual or very dressy outfits, but remember that patterns make all suits less formal. And keep in mind that a print shirt is never acceptable for the most formal outfits. If you are going for a casual appearance, patterns can add depth and interest to […]

The button down collar is casual by nature. If they are paired with a tie, it’s usually worn with a casual suit or blazer/odd trouser combo. It’s rare to see button down collars worn with formal suits, and also a little odd of style. Is it okay to wear a tie with a button down […]

6 Ways to Wear the Classic Blue Striped Shirt Striped Shirt + Checkered Blazer + Denim + White Boots. Nautical Shirt + Black Wide Leg Trousers + White Converse Sneakers. Blue and White Shirt + White Jeans + Silver Sandals + Bucket Bag. Striped Shirt + Black Leather Maxi Skirt + Black Pumps. What do […]

Knots and cordage have been used by humans for a very long time. There is good evidence of them from non-perishable artefacts of up to more than 300 000 years ago (see the Summary Table, after the References). When did humans learn to tie knots? So old in fact, that fossilized rope fragments have been […]

Red + Gray Gray is another shade that plays well with red because it’s a subtle neutral that allows the red to take center stage. Look for neutral grays (neither warm nor cool) to pair with nearly any shade of red. Does red match with dark grey? They are both such classic and sophisticated colors, […]

WHEREAS, A singular fashion associated with the American West is the bolo tie, also known as the bola tie, which is distinguished by its decorative clasp that fastens a length of cord or string; a staple of the western-wear fashions sported by a large number of Texans, the bolo tie conjures up the romance of […]

Yes, you can wear a blue suit to a wedding, as well as other formal events. When attending a wedding, men should wear a formal suit or tuxedo with matching pants, belt, button-down shirt, tie (or bowtie), and dress shoes. Men might also consider wearing accessories such as a dress watch or pocket square. Can […]

Step 3 – Use the lowest setting on your steamer Because polyester is a synthetic material, it is easily flammable. We don’t want to overheat the fabric, because that can melt the plastic within the polyester. It is best to go slow and keep the heat settings low. What temperature should I steam polyester? Ironing […]

What Is Microfiber? Microfiber is a synthetic (man made) fiber that is usually made from a blend of polyester and polyamide. It has a diameter of less than 10 micrometers. To put that in perspective, it is smaller than a strand of silk, and much smaller than a strand of human hair whichaverages 75 micrometers. […]

The interlining is a piece of fabric, typically wool, that is hidden within the envelope of the tie. The interlining helps give a tie its shape and provide wrinkle resistance. The interlining of a quality tie is constructed with wool since it is wrinkle-resistant, soft and durable. What is the line on a tie for? […]

Compared to polyester, microfiber can have a luxurious smoothness and softness that is closer to that of silk. It’s the stiffness of polyester ties that can make them difficult to tie. Not so with a soft microfiber fabric. Their smoothness and flexibility helps you make a tight knot in your tie. Which fabric is best […]

silk. Hermes silk printed ties are always 100% silk, never polyester or any blend. Also, Hermes prints all of the regular weight silk ties on the same kind of twill so it’s always the same. Does Hermes make ties? Hermès ties are three-fold ties and they’re hand sewn with a thread that is a hundred […]