YOUR GUIDE FOR WEARING TIES
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A tie
can be a tricky fashion accessory to pull off, but if worn the right way, it
can make a powerful statement.
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You can
wear it to work, if you want to get an edge over other employees or at formal
parties to get a dapper look.
1. Seasonal:
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For
summer, it is best to opt for a good linen or cotton tie.
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Woollen,
knitted, velvet and other warmer material ties are good choices for winter.
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Use pastels and pale shades during summer and richer jewel
tones for autumn and winter.
2. Fabrics:
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Apart
from usual materials like silk, polyester, wool, cotton, linen and rayon, ties
are available in various other unique fabrics today.
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The
latest entrant is the ‘vegan’ tie.
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If you
cringe at the thought of using real silk that is spun by silkworms, you can opt
for synthetic silk ties which are man-made from vegan fabrics.
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You can
also buy ties made from bamboo.
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This
fabric looks and feels very similar to cotton, but is more eco-friendly and sustainable.
3. Prints and weaves:
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Printed
ties are popular because they are less expensive than woven ties.
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They
are available in paisley motifs, cartoon designs, polka dots, animal prints,
pin dots, checkered, stripes, floral and many more.
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In
woven ties, the weaving adds an element of texture, weight, and
sophistication.
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They
are heavier, more substantial, and make bigger knots when tied.
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The
texture also gives the tie’s design a 3D effect.
4. Sizes:
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A lot
of men don’t realise that ties are not a ‘one-size-fits-all’ kind of accessory.
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There
are ties made for short men, as well as extra-long ties that fit tall men or
those with longer torsos.
5. The must-haves
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Classic
ties in colours include blacks, blues, greens, reds, and gold.
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Conventional
patterns are striped, dots, plaid, club, foulard, and paisley that start with
simple solids and stripes.
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When
you move past half-a-dozen ties in your wardrobe, you can start buying brighter
and more complex patterned neckwear.
6. For office:
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Pinstripes,
pin dots and intricate ones.
7. For a party:
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You can
glam it up by experimenting with different fabrics and textures.
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Eye-catching
prints work well.
8. How to tie a fancy eldredge knot
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Make
sure the wide end of the tie ends at the midpoint of your belt because you will
tie this entire knot with the little end.
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While
holding the big end in place, create a dimple, swing the little end over the
front of the big end and go around the back.
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Bring
the little end up and over the front of the loop.
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Bring
the little end through the loop and towards the right side (make sure the
knot is tight).
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Now
bring that little end over the centre (of the knot) to the other side and bring
it towards the back again.
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Bring
the little end up over the top of the knot (make sure the knot is tight).
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This is
when it gets a little tricky.
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Keep
this part loose.
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Create
a loose knot by bringing the little end behind and through the loop.
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Pull
the little end through and tighten till you get a tight knot.
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Bring
the little end behind the loop.
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Swing
it up in front again.
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And
over the top towards the back and to the opposite end.
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Go
through the loop (keep it loose).
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Pull
through and tighten the knot.
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Hide
the remaining little end of the tie behind your loop.
9. TIPS
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Don’t
wear your tie too long or too short.
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The
length should be anywhere between just below the navel to where your belt
begins.
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Avoid a
big knot or one too triangular.
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Also,
the knot should be clean and tidy.
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While
removing your tie, instead of hastily yanking it from your neck, repeat
all the steps you followed to tie your tie, but in reverse order.
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Keep
away from big and bold prints or checks, if you want a sharp look.
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Also,
men with dusky complexion should not wear very bright or neon colours, as it
will take attention away from them completely.
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Never
iron your tie; instead give it a light steam with a garment steamer.