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Tuxedos and Suits You can wear a tuxedo to a normal black tie event. As mentioned previously, you must wear a tuxedo to a white tie gathering. What suit goes with a white tie? “White tie is a very traditional type of attire and you would never wear a pre-tied bowtie or a shirt without […]

What are Envelope Closure Pillowcases? Traditional pillowcases are open on the ends. An envelope pillowcase has a special envelope closure at the end of the case, so the pillow is tucked in and out of sight for a more finished look when making up the bed. Recently, these cases have picked up in popularity. What […]

You need 4 strips cut 3 inches wide for the ties and 2 strips cut 2.5 inches wide for the neck strap. There will not be much fabric remaining so do your best not to make a cutting mistake. What is this? Trim 3 inch side ties so they are all the same length (should […]

The best materials or fabrics to use in aprons are often 100% cotton (canvas or denim) or poly blends (poly/cotton or poly/viscose). Cotton based aprons are super durable, designed to fade and soften with repeated washes, whereas poly/blends are lightweight, super durable and colourfast. What are good aprons made of? For home use, cotton is […]

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qualitative. Bowties are used primarily for either quantitative or qualitative goals. What is the bowtie methodology? Bow tie analysis is a simple process for identifying where new or enhanced controls may be worthwhile. It is a core part of risk treatment planning, particularly where there is a high level of risk or where control effectiveness […]

In bowtie these are known as escalation factors. In our driving a car on a busy motorway example, an escalation factor would be the driver lacking the knowledge of how to counteract the tyre blow out, therefore the driver not appreciating the need to steer into the skid to keep control. What is escalation factor? […]

A bow tie is a graphical depiction of pathways from the causes of an event or risk to its consequences in a simple qualitative cause-consequence diagram. What is BowTie theory? A bow-tie diagram is a type of diagram used to model and visualize risk management and preparedness. The diagram visualizes an event with its perceived […]

Push the end of the tie through the space between the knot and the part of the tie covering it. Hold the narrow end and pull the knot up toward your collar until it’s comfortable to adjust the length. Tip: The wide end of your tie should reach your waistband when you’re finished tying a […]

What Events Would Have A White-Tie Dress Code? White tie is worn to events that are most commonly found in the evening. You might see a white tie dress code on invitations to stately dinners, the theatre or opera, royal ceremonies, formal weddings, balls or other formal gatherings. What does a white bow tie mean? […]

When you tie your necktie, the tail is the part of a fabric that’s behind the blade and usually tucked into the keeper loop. What is the thing on the back of a tie called? BAR TACK. This is the heavy stitch at the back of the tie that holds the two folded sides together. […]

Do not starch or hot press the OCP. Light ironing authorized, however, repeated hot pressing or heavy ironing will accelerate the overall wear of the fabric. … If personnel choose to use personal funds to purchase from non-AAFES suppliers, the Air Force is not responsible if the uniform is not fully compliant. How do you […]

Yes, they are formal wear – weddings, bar mitzvahs, proms, board meetings and galas all pair well with the bow tie. But bow ties can also be semi formal, business casual and even casual. Can a bow be formal? The best events to wear bow ties to are the formal events. These are often ceremonies […]

Marine Corps uniform regulations authorize the wear of hook-on (pre-tied) khaki neckties for wear by men with the Service “A” and “B” and Blue Dress “C” uniforms. Are clip on ties authorized in army? As an option, a pre-tied, snap-on necktie is authorized for wear. (3) How worn. (a) Personnel may wear the tie in […]

The straight line that runs down the front center of the torso formed by the alignment of the shirt, belt buckle and trouser fly. Failure to align these elements when wearing the uniform results in a “gig,” or recorded fault during inspection. What does a gig line mean? For those non-military types who might not […]

Fashion Fact: Did You Know, A Person Who Likes Collecting Ties Is Called Grabatologist. What is a tie collector called? MensWear. #DidYouKnow -The correct term for a tie collector is ‘grabologist‘.Think you’re obsessed with ties? When was the Tie invented? 17th CenturyThe origin of the necktie can be traced back to the 17th Century, during […]

MensWear. #DidYouKnow -The correct term for a tie collector is ‘grabologist‘.Think you’re obsessed with ties? What do you call someone who collects ties? A person who collects ties is called a Grabatologist. How do you start a tie collection? As you add ties to your wardrobe, it’s best to start with simple solids and stripes […]

Summers are all about wearing colourful prints and motifs and what better way to wear them then paisley printed summer dresses. The paisley print will give a bohemian kind relaxed look to your dress and will be apt for summer-spring time. Printed pants and shorts never go out of style. Who wears paisley? Famously worn […]

To fold ties, start by folding it in half so the front of the tie is facing inward and the ends line up. Next, fold the tie in half 2 or 3 more times, doubling it over on itself. Alternatively, pinch the slender end of the tie between your thumb and forefinger and let the […]

Stick pins were originally worn by wealthly English gentlemen to secure the folds of a cravat in place and became very popular at the beginning of the 19th century. Stickpins are often embellished with pearls, diamonds and other precious stones and set in gold or silver. What were stick pins used for? A stickpin is […]