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Silk Neckties Are Fashion Choice In Winter

Wednesday, January 20th, 2010 by ellen

When the winter months arrive, it is time to make a few adjustments to your daily attire. However, this doesn’t mean that you can’t still be stylishly dressed. Traditionally, one might think of winter apparel as dark colors, plain creams & whites, or dull grays. However, with the addition of brightly colored neckties, you can bring any boring outfit to life again. Silk ties are especially nice for adding color and style to any winter attire.

Neckties can also be quite convenient to wear when the weather is cold. They keep the collar closed tight and block out cold winter air from your chest and neck. Neckties can be just as warm and comfortable as scarves and can compliment any suit, sweater, or vest. Silk ties can make even a dull gray suit look vibrant and dressy. These ties can be worn by both men and women alike to give an extra splash of dazzle to any clothing ensemble.

Another great benefit of wearing neckties in the winter time is that you won’t need additional cover for your throat and neck area. You won’t have the hassle of needing to button your coat or jacket all the way up and you can even skip wearing a scarf if you like. Your necktie will be the perfect way to keep cold air from going down into your shirt and giving your chest and neck a chill. In fact, if the weather is not terribly cold, you may even prefer to wear only a suit jacket as your overcoat as long as your necktie keeps your neck area nice and warm.

If you work in a business atmosphere that requires a tie to be worn every day, you may like to try various styles and colors to make your suits look more appealing. It is always fun to be the center of attention in the office and wearing a colorful necktie is the perfect way to do this. You will be very pleased with all the wonderful compliments you will get on your cheerful looking necktie. It may even start a trend at work in which your coworkers may decide to wear their own brightly colored neckties.

Silk ties have also been a very popular piece of clothing for many years. These neckties can be worn with dressy suits or worn alone with a nice dress shirt and slacks. The natural vibrancy of silk makes the color of the tie stand out even more and has a nice bright shiny fabric. Silk ties are so versatile that they look just as appropriate with a casual suit as they do with expensive dress suits.

If you have been trying to decide which stylish article of clothing to wear to help keep cold air away from your neck and chest, you may find it is simpler than you thought. By choosing a brightly colored necktie, you can stay warm and toasty and also add a splash of color to your suits or dress shirts. You will be truly amazed at how much warmer you will be by simply adding a necktie to your winter apparel. A brightly colored necktie can help keep your neck and chest warm and bring new life to a drab winter outfit.

Neckties - Always An Option As A Gift Idea

Wednesday, January 20th, 2010 by ellen

It used to be that men hated it when they received neckties, no matter what the occasion was. This has started to change, with the demand for different styles, and materials, and now you can get many different designs, even for silk ties. The price for silk has even come down dramatically, and you can pick up a decent silk tie for just around $20 at most locations.

When gifting neckties, you have many different options. There are some guidelines that you should stick by though, to ensure that your gift will be appreciated, and worn regularly. One is that you should always stay with silk ties, it shows that you appreciate the person you are buying for. Instead of buying a tie that you like, buy one that they like. How do you figure out what they like? Well the first thing to think about is what their interests are, what kinds of music they enjoy, if they have a favorite pet, or what kind of groups they are affiliated with, like the World Wildlife Federation, for example.

The first thing you should really do when looking for silk ties and neckties in general is to go online. Online websites are going to have the widest and best selections, more than any retail store you could go locally. There are an abundance of sites to choose from. You can find just about anything you can think of online when it comes to pick a tie. There are sites that offer a wide assortment of wildlife ties which have tasteful prints of bears, deer, wolves, as well as many others. There are sites that are devoted to pet ties, as well as endangered species. Some of these endangered species sites actually contribute a portion of the proceeds to help saving wild life.

For music lovers, you can find all kinds of different music related neckties. There are many different kinds of Beatles silk ties for example, some that have the fab four silk screened on the material. Others have little submarines from the Yellow Submarine album. You can find Bob Marley, AC/DC, Aerosmith, and Van Halen. If you aren’t sure exactly what kind of music they are into, there are basic ties with notes on them, or piano keys.

For more unique and distinct tastes, there are other neckties to choose from. There are silk ties with paintings from Picasso, Rembrandt, and even Salvador Dali. If the man in your life rides motorcycles, there are many different kinds of Harley Davidson ties to choose from as well. You can purchase HD ties from their official online store, or from other websites. There is even a small assortment of tie dye styles, for the tie dye lover.

If you are wondering what the price range is for silk ties, they have really come down in prices. You can pick up designer neckties for just around $25 to $40, depending on location, even for prints of famous paintings. For an example, the Salvador Dali Museum website has the Disintegration of Memory tie, in 100% silk for just $38. This highly detailed tie, inspired by the painting is truly a one of a kind gift.

Neckties Might Be Your Perfect Choice On Valentine’s Day

Thursday, January 14th, 2010 by ellen

With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, it makes sense that you are nervous about finding the perfect gift for your man.  The truth is that shopping for men for romantic occasions can be somewhat difficult.  Unfortunately, there are not the staple gifts like flowers and jewelry for men the way there are for women.  Instead, you have to use a bit more creativity to show your special guy how much he means to you.  However, there is one classic man’s gift that is timeless and always appropriate - and that is neckties.

Neckties are something that has been given through the years to men.  They are a wonderful gift because they are not necessarily something that a man is going to purchase for himself, but they are always appreciated.  Though silk ties are not necessarily cheap they are very affordable.  You can generally find gorgeous neckties for as low as $30.  Of course their price point goes up depending on the fabric, designer and vendor, but there are always neckties that you can find within your gift giving budget.

Silk ties are a wonderful gift because there are always occasions to wear them.  Perhaps your special guy wears ties to work every day, or maybe he only needs one for a special occasion.  The truth is that if he has been given a tie that you have chosen he will feel great wearing it and feeling great is the first step to looking great.

When looking for neckties to give you will want to think about your special guy’s wardrobe.  What colors does he really likes.  What other pieces does he have in his wardrobe?  This information can help you select silk ties for him.  Once you know what colors he tends to like, you can select a tie that is in that color family. Or perhaps knowing what wardrobe pieces he has can serve as a guide for you to choose coordinating neckties.

Neckties can be found in a variety of different patterns.  When shopping for a gift, it is generally a good idea to choose a more classic and traditional pattern. Stripes are very classic in the design of silk ties making them an easy choice.  However, if your guy is a bit more of a fashion risk taker you may want to choose a more avant-garde pattern.  Today, floral patterns are actually becoming very popular choice in neckties for those who are willing to take a fashion risk.

You will also want to take a look at the width of the neckties that you are thinking about giving to your guy.  Through the years different widths have become more and less popular.  The good news is that today much of that choice is purely personal.  Skinny ties have become much more trendy these days and they are the perfect accessory to add to an outfit for a night on the town.  Often when choosing a skinny tie you are going to want to stick with a fairly solid tie.  Thicker ties are also popular today, but they tend to be more appropriate for daytime wear.  If your valentine tends to wear silk ties to work then you might want to find a wider one for him.

Neckties – Top World Tie Brand Name

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010 by ellen

Neckties, especially the designer ties, are a must-have for fashion men, even for women from some brand name. In the current market, the necktie patterns are changing quickly and endless patterns are available. Different patterns are designed for people who have various tastes. Elegant men love the checkered patterns because the clear cut and implicit feel creates a sense of gentleman. Burberry created a series of unique grid neckties in Scotland style. Polka dot patterns are always changing and Bvlgari presents small gold dots in Burgundy background which shows the sense of noble and luxury. Alexander Mcqueen designed white large dots which is full of art and rebellion in the absurd post-modern style. Dolce & Gabbana fully presented the unruly and free from the mature men. Of course, the necktie patterns are not limited to those and more artistic ties are emerged with the popularity of art and constantly increased fans. For example, the sunflower from Van Godh is appeared on the tie which can not be imagined before. In this field, the printing neckties from Emilio Pucci, an Italy brand, attract a lot of men who loves bright colorful designs. The necktie from Dries Van Noten is really eye-catching from the oil painting print in the latest season.

Among the dreamed necktie brands for men, the prestigious Hermes could be the first. Since its launch of the first tie in 1953, over six millions of neckties have been sold. The superior taste, exquisite design, superior materials are all the reasons why it is a symbol of luxury. Every year two new series of neckties are launched in which each series has twenty different designs. All the styles are in the album in its stores and you could search your favorite in the special designed album.

In the context of the formal neckties, Ermenegildo Zegna is believed to be one of your best options. As early as 1910, Zegna began to focus its efforts on the development and production of tie fabric. Since then, all the designed neckties in different colors and patterns are patented. Each fabric is on the top position which uses the high end silk yarns to ensure the high quality and it also has the exclusive label “Ermenegildo Zegna” on the fabric. Here is how Mr. Ermenegildo Zegna describes the unique of its neckties: The Ermenegildo Zegna ties could be the works of art; Although people are crazy to imitate, they never can match them. Today, Zegna not only produces its own ties, but also its fabric of the neckties is highly pursued by other top brands in the world. In the world exhibition, you could see the Italian senior experts show you the whole process of the making of a tie. The making process shows that the brand name neckties are well deserved the reputation.

Among the Asian designers, Junya Watanabe is reputed for the unique tie design. On the show stage, a variety of wide ties in different colors accounted for an unprecedented importance. All different patterns, such as solid color, checkered, striped ties, or dots, are shown on the magnificent silk texture. It seems to tell you that ties are everything for men.

The Alexander McQueen necktie is featured by a small skull pattern in the gold background. If you wear this silk tie, it can make sure that you will stand out in the party.

Funny Necktie Knot - Non Knot

Sunday, December 6th, 2009 by ellen

As you can see through the previous necktie knot posts, those tying methods are all based on the traditional style with a minor change. In fact, all the methods are just playing some tricks within such a small space. The non knot we introduce is a similar way as well.

Non Knot of neckties

Non Knot of neckties

Take a close look at the following demonstration and you will find the trace of the four-in-hand knot. The rules are that all the parts facing inside before are outward now. The hidden parts from the four-in-hand knot are all exposed to the public.

Final effect of non knot

Final effect of non knot

The key of this silk tie knot is to show the hiding parts to the others. However, it belongs to a casual style so avoid this knot in the formal occasion.

Cross Knot - How To Tie Neckties

Sunday, November 29th, 2009 by ellen

Yesterday we introduced the double knot for neckties. We are talking about the cross knot today.

Cross Knot - Tie A Tie

Cross Knot - Tie A Tie

As for the shape of necktie knot, most people think there is a certain fixed stereotype. Among the funny tie knots, they catch the attention through the challenge of traditional thoughts. The cross knot is one of the challengers.

From the above diagram, you will find that the cross knot is different from the others. The final tie knot is divided into two halves and the effect looks interesting. First of all, you should be absolutely confident if you choose this tie knot. It means you can withstand the contempt from others by the unusual ways of knotting. Second, the plain silk ties can do a better job for this knot because the knot itself is already too catching. The plain necktie can highlight the unique knot itself. Finally, the knot is different from the four-in-hand knot and how to make the stripe on the knot beautiful is the key to this knot.

The final effect of this knot is attached. A tie pin is also used but it seems few people use it in recent years.

Cross knot final look

Cross knot final look

How to Wash, Press, Store Neckties

Thursday, November 19th, 2009 by ellen

Washing Recommendation
The neckties could have wrinkles if cleaning by water. The reason is that the necktie fabric and the lining materials are different. Also, it can bring the damage to the glossy surface so the water cleaning is not recommended for neckties. The dry cleaning is highly recommended, especially for silk ties. The knot tying section is vulnerable to dirt. If it does have, put it into the pot filled with gas and hand wash or brushing. If dirty on other parts, scrub with a cloth which is dipped with gas.

Washing Solution
If you would like doing dry cleaning yourself, you can use ethyl alcohol or gas or neutral soft soap.

Washing
Soak the necktie into the above solution for 5 – 10 minutes and rub the dirty spot very gently only if it is very dirty. Rinse completely with clean water and hang it in the shade of light until dry.

The stains are very hard to clean in a certain condition. Here are some tips you can try:

1. Printing ink
Put a mixture of soap and gas on the dirty spot and gently scrub. Then, wash with soap water and rinse with clean water. After washing in the soap water, the oil should be cleaned. If the stained color is still there, a bleaching process should be done after that. Bleach powder works for most fabrics except silk and the special powder is needed to clean the colored stain for silk.

2. Blood and milk
The grinded carrot with a little salt is a cure for the blood and milk stains on the neckties. Gently rub with that mixture and rinse with clean water.

3. Coffee and Tea

If you got coffee or tea on the necktie, you could wash immediately with warm water. If the stain has been dried, you need do more work. Put the mixed solution of glycerol and egg yolk on the dirty spot, wait a while until a bit dry, and then wash with clean water.

Necktie Pressing
Before pressing, make a necktie shape cardboard and insert into the lining to avoid the hard wrinkle at the edge. The cover cloth is recommended during the pressing. Also, the low temperature is preferred with a fast ironing speed which can avoid turning silk fabric in yellow color from the heat. If only a little wrinkle, you can tightly roll the necktie round a clean bottle. Next day, the wrinkle will be disappeared.

Necktie Storage
Neckties should not be exposed to strong sun shine to prevent yellowing fade. The storage space should be dry without mothball. Before storage, pressing is recommended in order to kill germs. Hang neckties with hangers and cover it with an anti-dust bag.

Pick Your Favorite Neckties and Shirts

Saturday, November 14th, 2009 by ellen

A perfect match between neckties and shirts is a dream outfit for men. Here are some matches and see which one is your favorite.

Solid color ties and shirts

Solid color ties and shirts

Solid color ties and shirts

Solid color ties and shirts

Green silk ties and shirts

Green silk ties and shirts

Paisley neckties and shirts

Paisley neckties and shirts

Striped silk ties and shirts

Striped silk ties and shirts

Smart Match For Men’s Ties And Shirts

Monday, October 26th, 2009 by ellen

How can a man learn to choose a necktie and a shirt? Armed with some basic tips, it can be that easy. A brief shirt undoubtedly can present a man’s gentle and elegance. If added with an appropriate necktie, man’s vitality and poise will be vividly manifested. The men who don’t know how to match could be familiar with the matching skills between neckties and shirts; men who know that are more confident with the mixed charming from the following suggestions.

  • Gray striped neckties and milky white shirts present an image of a steady man;
  • Dark color neckties with printed patterns and white shirts highlight a man’s noble.
  • Light gold plaid silk ties go well with light blue shirts to show a man’s elegance.
  • Green neckties are perfectly matched with a white shirt to reflect a man’s fashion taste.
  • Light blue printed silk ties are combined very well with light blue shirts with a business casual style.
  • A dark blue striped necktie and a light blue shirt show a man’s confidence and strong character.

100% Silk Ties - How Much You Know

Saturday, August 22nd, 2009 by ellen

In the current market, no matter department stores, retail stores, or online necktie store, you will find that almost all neckties are tagged with “100% silk ties” but have a quite large range of prices. Here we assume that all tags are correct and the men’ ties are made of silk. Even with that, you could find the cheapest ties are lower than $10 each, most of ties are labeled around $30 - $70  each, some neckties are over $70 or even much more. They are all made of 100% silk but why the prices are so different? The essential reasons are explored in the following sections.

The biggest cost difference is based on what color dying technique the manufacture uses or what the requirement of the wholesale buyers. How are the silk tie colors coming from? There are two techniques of silk tie dying during the manufacture. One is yarn dyed and the other is printing. The first one, also named as colored woven, is a process that the yarns of silk are dyed before they are woven. It means that the color is dyed first and then the silk fabric is woven. Obviously, the printing means all the colors are printed on the woven silk fabric. That means that the necktie fabric is woven first and then the desired color is printed on the fabric. All the colors of yarn dyed silk ties are woven with the colored yarns with an expensive necktie equipment. However, the printing has no need for that machine so its cost is much less than the dyed yarn silk ties.

Mostly the expensive merchandise must have certain advantages over the cheaper one. The yarn dyed silk ties have brighter and more durable color than the printing neckties. The yarn dyed silk ties also have more vivid and real 3D feel pattern. However, the patterns of printing silk ties look plain and superficial.

Now we can judge which is which for all 100% silk ties based on the price. If under $10, usually it is the printing silk tie except a big sale. $30 - $70 is the normal price for the dyed yarn silk ties in the current market. The difference is mainly for the store brand, store location, silk tie brand itself. If over $70 or even hundred, definitely a luxury brand if you are the fan of a brand. How do you find high quality dyed yarn silk ties with a much cheaper price than traditional? Search online silk tie stores which are sourcing directly from necktie manufacturers. For example, http://www.tietosuccess.com provides over three hundreds silk tie designs which are all made of 100% dyed yarn silk. The best part is that all silk ties are only CAD $15 each with factory direct sourcing. Enjoy your online necktie shopping there!