9 Tips on How To Match Your Tie, Suit and Shirt

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Accessories can enhance your outfits. Some accessories can make men look great and feel confident at work. Neckties are one of the most stylish accessories for men who want to take their look a notch up on a formal event or at work. Every man should have different ties for work and formal events. Some versatile ties can go with formal as well as official outfits. Here are some steps on how to match your tie with suits and shirts.

1. Pick the right tie

Pick ties having a lining. Makes sure you choose ties that have a lining. The lining prevents the tie from wrinkles. Lining on ties also make tying the tie easier for you. Go for ties with lining that is made from 100 percent wool. Also, choose the right material. Silk is the ideal tie fabric. Go for a tie that has a hand-rolled and hand-stitched hem. Such a tie stays in a much better shape comparatively to the machine-made one. Don’t forget to look for the slip stitch. It helps you to maintain the shape of your tie.

2. Size the tie up

Choose a tie that hits the top of your belt buckle. One good way to choose the right width is to correspond the tie’s width to your jacket’s lapel. This will help you sport a classic look. Make sure your tie is not too loose or too tight. It should fit well around your neck.

3. Wear wool ties with heavyweight coats and jackets

It is best to wear wool ties with tweed or heavyweight jackets. On the other hand, the silk ties go well with business suits. Go for a silk tie with a deeper color. Make sure that your ties are woven. Avoid ties that are screened and not woven. You can wear a 100 percent
cotton tie with a cotton shirt for work.

4. Match the colors

Select a tie that has the colors of your shirt or business suit. It should have at least one color to provide an accent. Such a tie will break the monotonous look of your outfit. Choose a solid colored silk tie for formal occasions. Pick a tie that is darker than the color of your shirt. Solid colored ties are the most versatile of all neckties. This is because such ties go with a lot of shirts and suits. Along with this, such a tie is suitable for business wear. You can also pair it with a khaki or a blue shirt. Make sure your wardrobe has at least one black tie. Black ties go with everything and they are suitable for all the possible occasions. You can wear a black tie to work, to formal events and to funerals as well.

5. Match your tie with your skin complexion

Look in the mirror and this will help you to wear the right tie according to your skin complexion. Go with a bright tie if you have dark hair and a dark complexion. On the other hand, choose a darker tie if you have a fair complexion. It is important to wear a tie that contrasts with your skin tone.