Should you wear a tie? If you have a strict dress code at work or you are a person who runs your own business, of course YES. However, outside office hours there will be times when you may need to wear a tie.
The first thing that comes to mind is holidays, family celebrations, going to the theater, and so on. Other occasions where it is sometimes advisable to wear an unusual tie are parties, themed meetings or prom in style. At the same time, one cannot fail to mention the sad events that happen in our life – the funeral. You need a tie here too.
For every occasion, you need your own tie. But what to do if each tie has a different pattern in the wardrobe? How to choose a pattern on a tie when going on a date or going to the bank? Is there a difference between wearing a plain tie or a striped tie? I will answer these and many other questions in this article.
I divided all the drawings on the tie into 9 types. Each look is more or less suited to a formal or informal dress code. Therefore, read carefully where it is appropriate to wear this or that tie.
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Plain tie
Solid color ties – classic silk or even woolen ties, are available in stores today in all colors and shades. At least you won't have any problems finding the right color for a suit and shirt. By choosing a solid color tie, you maintain a classic style that is appropriate in many situations.
Where is it appropriate to wear a plain tie?
- Office or work: yes, especially a navy or burgundy tie.
- Dinner in the restaurant: yes, it is recommended to choose bright colors.
- Holiday: yes, blue or burgundy.
- Dress code for Friday or party: yes, choose yellow, orange or green.
Striped tie
Striped ties are usually made from silk or wool. As with plain ties, the variety of combinations of dark and light colors is amazing when you visit the store. For reference: in England, the combination of stripes can mean belonging to a particular social circle of people. For example, a graduate of Eton College in England wears a black tie with turquoise stripes. David Cameron, the current Prime Minister of Great Britain, definitely has one =)
So, being at a business meeting in England, be prudent and ask if you have chosen the right tie. Otherwise, you may be misunderstood.
Where is it appropriate to wear a striped tie?
- Office or work: yes, the classic combination of white and colored stripes.
- Dinner at the restaurant: yes, any colors combined with a suit and shirt.
- Holiday: yes, any colors.
- Dress code for Friday or party: yes, green, burgundy, brown, yellow looks good.
Geometric Tie
Some ties have such interesting geometric patterns that close up the tie seems to shimmer or even cause three-dimensional illusions. They are great at getting public attention, but you have to be a little careful. Some designs look good from a distance, but close up causes discomfort to the eyes, as it is impossible to focus on the texture and print on the tie.
Where is it appropriate to wear a tie with geometric patterns?
- Office or work: yes, choose simple shapes.
- Dinner at a restaurant: yes, but not too distracting to the interlocutor / interlocutor.
- Celebration: yes, golden or silver figures.
- Friday dress code or party: boring in my opinion or not?
Tie with a plot
A tie can be with a different storyline, from a beautiful landscape or a sunset on it, to a souvenir tie from France, which depicts the Eiffel Tower or the Champs Elysees. Ties with a plot are very common in souvenir shops. As a rule, the drawing is single, large, without a repeating print. Great for an informal setting or party.
Where is it appropriate to wear a tie with a plot?
- Office or work: no, exceptions are corporate ties that feature a product of the company.
- Dinner in a restaurant: Not unless you go out to dinner with people who appreciate humor.
- Holiday: more likely no than yes.
- Dress Code Friday or Party: Yes, if it's a themed party, but not for work on Friday.
Tie with ornament or pattern
Typically a small ornamentation or pattern that covers the entire tie, creating a contrast of light or dark color. Many people think that a flower tie is not the best option for the office and they immediately sin on bad taste, but this is not so. A well-chosen combination of a tie and a pocket square with a single pattern can add elitism and stateliness to its owner. Therefore, not everything is so simple.
Where is it appropriate to wear a tie with an ornament or pattern?
- Office or work: yes, preferably a light pattern on a dark blue or burgundy background.
- Dinner in a restaurant: yes, choose bright colors.
- Holiday: yes, choose bright colors.
- Dress code for Friday or party: yes, drawing on a green or brown background is best.
Tie with designer print
The design solution can be anything, and, as a rule, it is far from the classic idea of a tie. The pattern can be large or small, dark or light. A tie can even be made from different types of fabric. Of course, such a tie will make you stand out from the crowd, but where is it appropriate?
- Office or Work: Not if you have a classic dress code at work.
- Dinner at a restaurant: yes, as long as you can match the pattern to your look.
- Holiday: yes.
- Dress code for Friday or party: yes, especially at a party.
Polka dot tie
A polka dot tie can be called a classic tie. As a rule, peas are white, while the background can be different. Sometimes there are patterns with polka dots in different colors … it resembles a festive confetti.
Where is it appropriate to wear a polka dot tie?
- Office or work: yes, for example dark blue or black with white dots.
- Dinner at the restaurant: yes, choosing lighter colors.
- Holiday: Yes, you can choose a smaller size of the peas.
- Dress code on Friday or party: yes, if the party is themed.
Check Tie
When we talk about clothes in a cage, the first thing that comes to mind is 'tartan' or 'barbury cage'. In Great Britain and Scotland, the cage is very popular, in the latter country even the national dress – a kilt (a skirt for men) is made from a cage fabric. A plaid tie looks stylish and can be paired with both a business look and a casual style.
Where is it appropriate to wear a checked tie?
- Office or work: yes, for example, in a black and blue cage.
- Dinner at the restaurant: yes, matching other wardrobe details with the colors.
- Holiday: Not unless you are in the UK or Scotland.
- Dress code for Friday or party: yes, match with the colors of other wardrobe details.
Tie with 'cucumbers'
The 'cucumber' tie originated somewhere in the east, although it is often found in Europe. The pattern looks great on a silk tie, as it gives an incredibly interesting shimmer when direct light hits the tie. This tie is suitable for both business people and students. The main thing is to choose the right combination of colors. Dark blue and burgundy colors – business style; brown and dark green (marsh color) or yellow (dark yellow) are suitable for sports jackets and blazers.
Where is it appropriate to wear a 'cucumber' tie?
- Office or work: yes, dark, austere colors.
- Dinner at the restaurant: yes, red or yellow shades.
- Holiday: yes, combining with colors of other wardrobe details.
- Dress Code for Friday or Party: Definitely yes, it couldn't be better.
So, we have disassembled 9 varieties of patterns on a tie. When preparing for any event, we start with a suit, then choose a shirt and finish with a tie. It's easier than ever to choose a plain tie, guided by the rules of etiquette and color combinations of a suit and a shirt (for more information on how to choose a tie color for a suit and shirt, read here). But the pattern on the tie matters, so why not diversify your look with a beautiful pattern or print on the tie?
