How to Choose the Right Tie for Every Occasion
Choosing the right tie is a gesture of elegance, but also of attention to context and personality. In this guide, you'll discover how to select the most suitable accessory for every occasion, from daily work life to the most formal events, without ever sacrificing style.
Business Tie: Sobriety and Daily Style
In a professional environment, the keyword is balance. The ideal office tie is made of smooth silk or grenadine, in sober colors like navy blue, burgundy, or charcoal gray. Patterns? Better to keep them discreet: micro polka dots, regimental stripes, or solid colors.
The most suitable knot is the simple knot, perfect for most collars and ideal for a neat and clean look.
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Formal Tie: Formal Elegance
Events like weddings, receptions, or gala evenings require an accessory worthy of the occasion. Here, a tie in shiny silk or jacquard is recommended, in classic shades like black, midnight blue, or silver.
The perfect knot? The Windsor, symmetrical and substantial, ideal with Italian or French collars.
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Casual or Leisure Tie
In more relaxed settings or during leisure time, you can afford more freedom. Ties in linen, wool, or knit (tricot) are perfect for a less formal but well-curated look. Colors can be more vibrant, patterns more creative.
Tricot ties, with their unique texture and squared-off cut, pair excellently with a cotton blazer or an unstructured jacket.
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Universal Rules for Choosing the Right Tie
- Proportion: The width of the tie should harmonize with the shirt collar and the width of the jacket lapels.
- Length: The tip of the tie should just touch the belt.
- Contrast and coherence: Choose tie and shirt with complementary colors. Avoid patterns that are too similar to each other.
- Quality: A well-made tie is evident from the knot, the drape, and the construction details.
In Conclusion
Choosing the right tie is not just a matter of aesthetics, but of sartorial culture. It's a way to communicate who you are, even before speaking.
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