The Necktie Blog by Tieroom US

Winter can be dreary. Winter can be drudgery. It’s the time of year when many men turn into bears, wanting to hibernate for months on end, work and commitments aside! Of course, there are those men that welcome and relish winter but even they have to admit it can get miserable at times.

The tones are darker, richer, and earthier, with an emphasis on all shades of brown, as well as deeper shades of red, orange, and green, not to mention mustard and deep purple.

Is there anything cuter than seeing a young boy wearing a necktie or bow tie? Young boys may be required to wear these accessories at special events, especially weddings. This post explores why and where boys may need to wear neckties, including the millions of boys worldwide who must wear them with their school uniforms. What are the best choices for boys at which weddings is also explored, as are some very useful tips regarding boy’s neckties. Like men’s neckties, the world of boy’s neckties and bow ties is one full of options.

The Italian fashion industry is synonymous with quality and innovation. Silk has been a mainstay of luxury fashion for many years, including for men’s accessories such as neckties and handkerchiefs. The area around Lake Como in northern Italy is a world-famous hub for silk production and designs of the highest quality and creativity. The history of silk in Como is a fascinating one dating back more than five centuries, with a legacy that lives on today.

Silk is one of the most ancient and most celebrated fabrics. It is a wonderful fabric, noted for its classic sophistication, which is why it is so often used in the making of ties and bow ties. It is also a very versatile fabric, which means it can be used as easily with heavier fabrics in cold weather as it is with light clothing in warm weather. It is of course your best option for more formal events, such as business conferences, gala events or weddings. Silk ties and bow ties are a must-have in any man’s wardrobe.

Deciding what tie to wear at a wedding can be a challenging decision for any gentleman. Do you opt for a tie or a bow tie? What should you wear if it is a black-tie wedding? Can you wear a bow tie with a smart suit? Or can you wear a tie with a tuxedo? How can other factors such as fabric or pattern affect your choice of wedding accessory? Choices, choices! Delve into the fascinating world of wedding neckwear!

A patterned tie can be visually arresting and add exuberance to a man’s wardrobe. One of the most popular patterns used in men’s ties is that of dots. Dotted ties come in a variety of differently shaped and arranged dots, including pin dots and micro dots on the smaller scale, and larger and more imposing polka dots. Different dotted ties can be used from the most formal business events to more casual cocktail parties and daytime events, as well as weddings. The world of dotted ties is a terrific one indeed!

The school tie has one of the most fascinating histories of any category of tie. Its history is closely linked to the history of school uniforms, which themselves date back to the English charity schools of the 16th century. Today, school boys all over the world, from England to Kenya, and South Africa to India, have to wear school ties with their uniforms. It is a lasting and important legacy.

Regimental ties are a distinct category of tie. Although often striped, not all striped ties are regimental and they come in a huge variety of patterns and color combinations. They have a fascinating history, dating back more than a century to the universities and military regiments that first adopted them. They continue to have their unique place in men’s fashion.

The tie may be perceived as a quintessentially masculine accessory, a cornerstone of men’s fashion. However, women have enjoyed wearing ties as part of their fashion for over a century. From Marlene Dietrich to Annie Hall, discover the fascinating history of women wearing ties and why they love to do so.