Tie Pattern
The Choices Besides Solid Color Tie
Incorporating a tie pattern into your ensemble not only livens up your outfit, but it makes you more memorable as a professional man. But sometimes it seems that there are so many choices out there that it's impossible to pick just a few. Even after you have made a decision, how can you be sure you have picked the right tie for the occasion? Don't fret, we're here to help. Below is a list of popular tie patterns, their origins and uses. Just print out our handy guide, and take it shopping with you for a worry-free tie buying experience.
The Solid Color Tie is the most basic wardrobe staple a man can have. Use them as a bold statement (such as the red silk "power tie"), or as a conservative option for the workplace. The solid color tie is your safest bet when building a tie collection. Shop or Buy Solid Color Ties Online View More Solid Color Ties
Stripes were originally used on neckties as a means of school identification in Britain. In fact, many schools still have Striped Ties as part of their uniforms, each school having unique colors and sets of stripes. In America however, stripes are not used in this way, and are simply seen as a pleasant and conservative pattern. Shop or Buy Striped Ties Online View More Striped Ties
A Checked Tie, like the stripe, is another tie pattern that is suitable for the conservative workplace. Usually made up of small lines crisscrossing each other throughout the length of the tie, checked tie can have mesmerizing visual appeal. Shop or Buy Checked Ties Online View More Checked Ties
Geometric Tie pattern is made up of many basic shapes, such as squares or triangles, covering the basic background of the tie. One designer who tends towards such patterns is Kenneth Cole. These harsh lines show the office that you mean business. Another tie that is wonderful for work. Shop or Buy Geometric Ties Online View More Geometric Ties
The polka dotted tie can be trendy and work friendly at the same time. With muted colors like black, silver, or dark blue, this pattern can appear very professional and business minded. If you work in a more freethinking environment, a Dotted Tie with primary colors or jewel tones would make a bright impact on your apparel. The effect of this pattern really changes with the color choice. Shop or Buy Dot Ties Online View More Dot Ties
Paisley Tie pattern originally comes from Persia, where it was recognized as a fertility sign. In the 60's it evolved into a design used by many hippies focused on free love and peace. The tear-drop shape makes a lovely tie design, but judge your workplace before wearing it to the office. As mentioned earlier, the design is most strongly associated with hippies, and in very conservative workplaces this would be considered a bad thing. Have an open-minded office? Go for it! Shop or Buy Paisley Ties Online View More Paisley Ties
The Knitted Tie is once again making a popular comeback. Made out of wool or cotton, this tie pattern comes mostly in Stripes and Solid Colors, and is popular with the computer crowd. A little less formal than most of the ties above, a knitted tie is a really great choice for casual Fridays. Shop or Buy Knit Ties Online View More Knit Ties
A Woven Tie has a visible bumpy texture and a matte finish. Made mostly out of wool, this tie makes an excellent addition to a woven wool jacket as part of a winter suit. The woven tie looks less slick than the silk tie, and can project a practical air. Shop or Buy Woven Ties Online View More Woven Ties
So as you can see, you really do have many choices, but we've narrowed down what may be appropriate for your particular workplace and what may not. Don't push yourself to get your whole collection built at once, enjoy picking up something here and something there. And remember, keep an eye out, there's always something new and exciting on the horizon.
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