Style advice for your tie
Use this style advice to choose a tie that works with your shirt, suit and occasion.
Style advice: start with your shirt and suit
Lay out your shirt and suit before choosing a tie. Decide which colour you want to pick up and how much contrast you prefer. Navy, burgundy and grey can be understated starting points; the final choice depends on the shades and the occasion.
Style advice: choose a pattern
A plain tie gives more attention to the shirt or suit. If your outfit already has a prominent pattern, choose a quieter tie or vary the scale of the patterns. A plain shirt gives you more room for stripes, checks, dots, paisley or florals.
Check length and width
As a general guide, the wide tip should finish around your waistband or belt once tied. The starting length depends on your knot and proportions. Compare the actual length and width of the item with a tie you like wearing. XL is a collection label; do not assume every item has one fixed length.
Check the fabric
The fibre content and construction affect a tie’s sheen, volume and knot. Check the composition of the individual item. Knitted describes a construction, rather than a fibre content. If a detail you need is missing, ask us before ordering.
Match the knot to your collar
A four-in-hand usually produces a more compact, slightly asymmetric knot. A half Windsor is fuller and more symmetrical; a Windsor needs more room. Fabric thickness also affects the result.
