Bow Tie -Bow ties are an important item of clothing for any formal
occasion, as they are the traditional item to accompany a tuxedo or
dinner jacket. However there is a massive range of bow ties to choose
from and it can seem quite difficult to make a choice. This article is
designed to help you make that choice by taking you through the
different variable areas.
Colour
The
first thing to decide is the colour of bow tie that you want. The most
traditional colour for a bow tie is black and black is also the most
formal colour. If you are using your bow tie for formal occasions such
as dinner parties or award ceremonies then black is the colour to
choose. However there are also a lot of other colour options. Less
formal options include red and pink, which can still look great with a
white tuxedo shirt especially for less formal occasions where you still
need to look smart. Of course you can find a bow tie in pretty much any
colour you like, even including mixtures of colours and patterns such as
polka dots.
Material
The
material that the bow tie is made out of is a really important area to
think about. At the more expensive end of the material range are
materials such as silk and velvet, which both look and feel really nice.
Although these materials are really nice, the cost might well put some
people off, as they are more expensive than bow ties made of cheaper
materials such as polyester. They are also arguably less practical as
polyester is normally machine washable whereas silk or velvet may need
dry cleaning by a professional. However polyester isn't quite as nice to
wear, so the choice you make is really a trade-off between looks and
cost. If you are planning to use your bow tie for a while, then it might
make sense to go for a material like silk that you would appreciate in
the long run. However if you need a bow tie for a one-off event then
polyester is a good option also.
Style
There
are two main types of bow ties- those that are tied yourself and those
that are pre-tied. Tying a bow tie yourself can be quite tricky and can
take a while, but if you know how to then this isn't really a massive
problem, so a self tied tie is a good option. If you are less confident
in your tying abilities then you can opt for a pre tied bow tie, where
the bow is permanently formed and an adjustable loop secures it around
your neck. The advantage of these pre tied bow ties is that they are
easy to wear and can also be put on very quickly. Because there is such a
massive range of bow ties for men it can be tough to make a choice but
by considering these three major categories you can make your life a lot
easier.
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