An Introduction To The Necktie
Most men have several neckties in their wardrobes that they wear for most occasions. What is surprising is that many men take neckties for granted; buying and using the first neck ties that that they lay their hands on, with little regard on how to knot it properly.
When buying a new necktie, you might as well have some idea on what it's going to be.
A necktie must tie well, so that is one of the first things you must look into.
Polyester or silk-polyester are materials used in neckties. Neckties should be stuffed on the inner side to firm up the main body of the tie.
The normal tie is 52 to 58 inches which is the right size for the average person, so if you are not of average build, you have to buy a custom made one.
Good ties are lined up with 100% wool that keeps it in good shape at all times.
Good quality ties are cut across the fabric which you can test by making a tie loop on your hand and if it makes a twirl in air then it is not of a good quality.
Inspect the tie closely and carefully for any threads or loose ends.
Quality ties are made of silk and the best silk is devoid of any roughness when you feel it.
You should also get more acquainted with the proper use of the necktie.
The front end of your tie must reach up to the waist of your pants because otherwise you are wearing the wrong size.
Avoid wearing ties that are too bright in color.
The shade of your tie must be in slight contrast with the shade of your shirts. The logic is actually simple - same colored neckties will be lost while extremely dark colors will be in conflict with your attire.
You should have a tie knot proportional to the collar neither so big that it spreads the collar nor too small that it is lost in the collar.
If you are wearing a patterned tie, the color of it should be complementary to the color of your suit and the shirt should be of secondary color.
The fabric of the tie should as much as possible be similar to the fabric of the suit, e.g., a woolen tie with a woolen suit, or a silken tie with a silken shirt.
Stand in front of a mirror when tying up your tie so you can see the result and forget about using clips.
It is much easier to put on your tie when your shirt is fully buttoned with the collar up.
The knot of the tie should be tight while you are tying it up.
When buying a new necktie, you might as well have some idea on what it's going to be.
A necktie must tie well, so that is one of the first things you must look into.
Polyester or silk-polyester are materials used in neckties. Neckties should be stuffed on the inner side to firm up the main body of the tie.
The normal tie is 52 to 58 inches which is the right size for the average person, so if you are not of average build, you have to buy a custom made one.
Good ties are lined up with 100% wool that keeps it in good shape at all times.
Good quality ties are cut across the fabric which you can test by making a tie loop on your hand and if it makes a twirl in air then it is not of a good quality.
Inspect the tie closely and carefully for any threads or loose ends.
Quality ties are made of silk and the best silk is devoid of any roughness when you feel it.
You should also get more acquainted with the proper use of the necktie.
The front end of your tie must reach up to the waist of your pants because otherwise you are wearing the wrong size.
Avoid wearing ties that are too bright in color.
The shade of your tie must be in slight contrast with the shade of your shirts. The logic is actually simple - same colored neckties will be lost while extremely dark colors will be in conflict with your attire.
You should have a tie knot proportional to the collar neither so big that it spreads the collar nor too small that it is lost in the collar.
If you are wearing a patterned tie, the color of it should be complementary to the color of your suit and the shirt should be of secondary color.
The fabric of the tie should as much as possible be similar to the fabric of the suit, e.g., a woolen tie with a woolen suit, or a silken tie with a silken shirt.
Stand in front of a mirror when tying up your tie so you can see the result and forget about using clips.
It is much easier to put on your tie when your shirt is fully buttoned with the collar up.
The knot of the tie should be tight while you are tying it up.
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