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Choosing
The Perfect Tie
Your necktie is one of the first things
people will see when you enter a room.
This is where you can express yourself
and show your taste. Your tie should
never be an afterthought, but a
carefully selected accessory that says
something about your personality.
How to Match a Tie
To make a positive lasting impression,
it is important that your tie
coordinates well with your outfit and
complements your coloration.
How to Match a Tie with Your Shirt and
Suit/Sport Coat
A tip for matching a tie is to select
the dominant color in the tie that
matches or contrasts well with your
dress shirt, suit or sport coat. The
rule of thumb is to combine two patterns
with one solid. In other words, |
if the tie is
patterned and the suit or sport coat is patterned then the
shirt should be a solid color, or if the suit or sport coat
is patterned and the shirt is patterned then the tie should
be a solid.
How to Match a Tie with a Shirt and
Dress Slacks
If you are not wearing a suit or sport
coat and your shirt is a solid color,
then select a tie whose dominant color
complements or matches the shirt color.
How to Match a Solid Tie with a Striped,
Checked or Plaid Shirt
If you really want to show off your good
taste and artful skill, then wear a
solid colored tie with a striped,
checked or plaid dress shirt. The trick
here is to select a tie color that
matches the dominant color of the
stripes or checks in the shirt.
How to Match a Patterned Tie with a
Striped, Checked or Plaid Shirt
Be careful when matching a striped tie
with a striped shirt. If done right, it
will look polished and sophisticated; if
not, it could be hideous. The trick is
to choose a tight stripe that reads more
like a solid, or to make sure the two
stripes are of different sizes so they
do not fight or look dizzy together.
How to Choose a Tie for a Formal
Occasion
A formal occasion requires a dressier
tie. Many people are opting for a
four-in-hand necktie instead of the
traditional bow tie to wear with their
tuxedo.
The black satin tie is the most common
tie to wear with a tuxedo. For a more
expressive look, one can also wear a
silver or white solid satin tie. Another
attractive look that is different yet
formal can be monochromatic black,
silver and white color schemes.
Tie Dos and Don'ts
Do choose a tie that complements your
hair color, eye color and skin tone.
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Do choose a tie that is the right length
for your height. If you are 6243 or
taller or have a neck size over 203 and
a long torso, you will look best in an
extra long tie. The general rule is that
the tip of your tie should extend ½3
past your belt line.
Do choose a good quality tie made of
100% Silk. The luster of silk and the
brilliance of how it takes dye, will
give you a polished appearance and the
tie will last much longer.
Do wear a tie appropriate for the
occasion. Novelty ties may be cute and
fun, but they are a big "no-no" on a job
interview. Trendy ties are great if you
are in a creative line of work and if
you know how to coordinate them with
your outfits. Classic patterns and
traditional ties are always appropriate
for all occasions and will give you a
professional and polished appearance.
Don't wear a tie with pulls or stains.
Always make sure your tie is stain free
and not tattered or worn looking.
Don't wear clip-on ties. Clip-on ties
are viewed as unsophisticated. (That is,
unless you are a police officer or in
law enforcement, where a tie around your
neck could cost you your life.)
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Don't tie a Windsor knot if you are
wearing a traditional or button-down
collar. The tie knot will be too big. A
four-in-hand tie knot is your best bet.
Windsor knots are better suited for a
wide spread collar.
Now that you know the secrets to
coordinating and choosing a tie, you are
well on your way to looking your best in
casual, business and formal situations.
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About The Author:
Written By
Janine Giorgenti
Janine Giorgenti has more than 20 years
of experience in the men's fashion and
custom clothing industry. She is an
image consultant, fashion designer and
master tailor. Check out her websites at
www.BestCustomTies.com and
www.BestCustomShirt.com for more helpful
dressing tips and style advice.
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