Tied up in knots wondering what neckwear to choose for a special occasion? We take you through our top tips and best practice regarding tiewear, examining the do's and dont's for an array of events and occasions...
Ignore the naysayers: ties are a gent’s best friend. They’re a great opportunity to add a touch of personal flair to an otherwise regulated outfit, and they can speak a great deal about you. You’ll hear many folk moaning that a tie is a noose around the neck: we’ve always seen it as a sort of creative constraint – a chance, within the parameters, to transcend the drudgery of everyday fashion. We believe the tie maketh the man, and agree with Harry Anderson when he said that ‘neckties satisfy modern man’s desire to dress in art’. But that doesn’t stop the enormous range of styles, types, patterns and choices becoming rather overwhelming when it comes to stocking your arsenal of tiewear, so we’re here to help.