Men often fail to see the need for matching their necktie with their shirt. In most cases it is done because it is expected but men don’t try to ensure that the color or material of their ties match their shirts.
When you acquire the skill for picking your ties to go with the shirts that you have in your collection you will learn the skills needed to make an outfit look more formal or trendier. Outlined below is a list of tips that will teach you how to match your ties to your shirts.
Complementary Colors
· The color of your tie should be chosen so that it complements the color of your shirt. It is important that you avoid pairing opposite colors. For example, if you have chosen to wear a steel grey shirt then you may choose to wear a light purple or pink necktie. The color white is excluded from this however. If you are wearing a white shirt you any color necktie to match. To match your ties and shirt it is wise to purchase them together instead of trying to think about what you have at home in your closet.
Size of the Necktie
· The size or width of your necktie an impact the look of your outfit immensely. The width of your tie can determine if the look is more formal or trendier and hip. The shirt being worn can also influence the choice of tie. For example, a short sleeve shirt should never be pair with a larger wide tie or one that is big and bulky. When you choose to wear a short sleeve shirt you should always choose to wear a necktie that is skinnier in width and that is slim in nature. If you do pair the necktie that is big and bulky will look even more bulky when worn with a short sleeve shirt and it will not give a finished look to neither the necktie nor the shirt.
Suit
· In most cases tie are worn with suits, meaning pants and a jacket. The color and style of the suit will influence the style of the necktie that you choose. If the suit has a pattern such as a pinstripe you should stick to a solid color tie and shirt. If the suit is a sleek black suit then you can more adventurous with the shirt and the tie. When working with a black suit you cannot go wrong with a black shirt and a bold color in your tie.
Patterns
· Wearing patterns in your shirts can be risky but if paired with a great tie you can create a fabulous look. If you are wearing a shirt that has a bold pattern you should avoid wearing ties that are patterned – you don’t want to overdo it with the patterns. Also it is harder to find patterns that complement each other. In some instances you may be able to pair a patterned shirt with a necktie that has a small almost unnoticeable pattern, but that begs the question of what is the point.
Building a Quality Neck Wear Collection
Most men have a few ties in their closet, but many will come to a point where those three wrinkled, cheap neckties just won’t cut it anymore and a real neckwear collection is needed. Most likely, he has landed a new job where ties are part of the daily wardrobe. Whatever the reason, it’s time to begin building a collection of excellent neckties.
Make Buying And Wearing Youth Ties Fun For You And Your Son
The selection of kids’ ties available has never been better, so most parents of young sons will be in the youth tie market sometime soon. However, younger boys have a well-earned reputation for loving being dirty and disliking dressing up. There are several ways, though, to make your youth tie experience painless, and maybe even fun.
When Do You Need Long Ties, XL Ties, or Large Ties?
Most men may assume that an extra long tie is only necessary for men who are extremely tall or unusually rotund. However, 6’7” men aren’t the only ones whose style would get a boost from an XL tie. The men’s fashion community seems fairly united on the acceptable length for a neck tie, and a number of things could prevent your tie from reaching quite to that perfect zone.
