Ties

Mens designer ties are becoming increasingly popular amongst fashion conscious gentlemen. Harking back to old-school formality, designer silk ties add a certain flair to a well tailored suit. In professional settings they suggest unparalleled professionalism and in personal surroundings they hint at an underlying tone of glamour.

Ties are available in a wide range of styles, colours and materials. From skinny woollen ties made popular by modern day football pundits, to brightly coloured wide-width designer ties UK stockists are jumping on this fashion-forward trend. There is pretty much a tie out there for every man, no matter what his taste or style is.

In addition to picking the right colour, length and style of tie, gents will also need to consider which knot best suits their personality. From the wide triangular Windsor knot, commonly used for formal occasions, to the most popularly used four-in-hand knot, tie-wearers will need to make sure their skills are in order.

Not all knots are suited to all ties. The compact Prince Albert knot, for example, is better suited to slim ties made of soft materials and works well with shirts that have long collars. Conversely, the small knot would suit ties made of thicker material, such as woven silk, to be worn with close-fitting shirt collars.

Don't forget about patterns either. Stripes and spots are the safest of options in complimentary colours. Cartoon characters and floral prints are for comical occasions only. Connoisseurs of ties may be able to grapple admirably with graphical and geometrical prints.

A well tied-tie is the difference between a gentleman and a ruffian, so make sure you choose wisely.