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  • Style Guide: Tie Widths

    As with all fashion trends, things in the tie world regularly change as styles shift alongside new years and changing seasons. Not only does this influence and affect the choice of patterns and colours in the popularity of ties, but it also matters when it comes to tie width too.

    The width of a tie should be an important fashion consideration in any formal ensemble, and there are a couple of factors that should enter the equation when navigating which necktie to wear. 

    To help you grasp the basics of what width tie to wear and pull together the perfect outfit, our Ties R Us team have put together the ultimate style guide of accessory etiquette.

    Base Things on Your Body Type

    The most important aspect of picking the right style of tie, whether that’s a men’s tie or a woman’s, is body type. A tie should reflect your build, get this wrong and your necktie is likely to get lost in your ensemble rather than standing out and adding to your outfit’s aesthetics. 

    Follow these recommendations and you won’t go far wrong when it comes to picking the perfect tie width: 

    Slim or Skinny Build

    2.25” – 2.75”

    If you’re of a slim build with a smaller chest, you’ll need to mirror this with a slimmer choice of tie. Thankfully, there are plenty of skinny ties out there to choose from in a huge array of styles, so finding a fit that ticks all of the right boxes shouldn’t be an issue. 

    We would recommend a slim tie between 2.25” and 2.75” if you’re of a slender build. 

    Athletic or Average Build

    2.25” – 3.25”

    If you’re of an average build to athletic build, then good news – you’ve got a wealth of tie choices at your disposal! The tie world is your oyster, and you’re good to wear anything between 2.25” and 3.25”, which gives you a huge scope of accessories. 

    If you’re an average build then your choice of necktie will most likely boil down to personal taste or the needs of your outfit, whether that calls for a classic tie or a skinny number. 

    Broad or Larger Build

    2.75” – 3.25”

    The general rule of thumb here is, ‘wider guy – wider tie’. It doesn’t matter whether you’re wide in the chest or around the waist, if you’re of a broader build then skinny ties can soon get lost within your frame and fail to impact your outfit. 

    With this in mind, we recommend searching for a tie between 2.75” and 3.25” wide. As big as you might be, go too wide and you run the risk of looking like an extra from an Al Capone film, so bear your ensemble in mind before you go buying anything extra-wide. 

    Don’t Forget to Factor in Your Lapels

    Your coat or jacket’s lapels are also an important point to check off the list when it comes to getting your tie width just right. Similarly to ties, lapel width and style change alongside fashion, but whatever the in-thing, there should always be a correlation between your tie and the lapels. 

    Marrying together the two is important, so you should avoid pairing a skinny tie with a wide lapel, and vice versa; get this wrong and it can throw off your entire outfit as well as the proportions of your body type!

    For more up-to-date accessory advice and style guides, browse among our Ties R Us blog page and follow our expert team over on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. 

  • What to Wear for an Autumn Wedding

    Autumn is a stunning time for a seasonal wedding. There’s just something about the crisp white of a bride’s wedding dress against a canvas of autumnal colours; a patchwork of rich reds and deep golds that provide the perfect backdrop for wedding photos of that special day.

    Now, you may be wondering how to dress for an autumn wedding. There is, of course, our notoriously unpredictable British climate to contend with, as well as any wedding couple-enforced colour schemes that you may need to bear in mind.

    Whether you’re searching for dresses for an autumn wedding guest, pairing his and hers outfits or looking for a bespoke wedding tie for the groom, it’s a matrimonial minefield out there. Thankfully, here at Ties R Us, we’re dab hands at providing expert advice and wedding accessory wardrobe tips for different men’s looks.

    The Classic Wedding Look

    Classic suits are widely used among wedding attire, and with good reason too. Whether three-piece or two-piece, their versatility lends itself to all kinds of looks, and more importantly, all kinds of accessories.

    Of course, before you go out to buy a suit or pick one from your existing collection, you should always bear in mind the suit material and colour of the groom’s party, after all, you don’t want to clash and cause an upset on the big day!

    Next, consider the cut of your suit. Do you want a flattering, tight-fitting suit or something a little more loose and classic?

    Once you’ve settled on the colour and cut, it’s time to think about patterns. When it comes to planning autumnal wedding wear, patterned suits are definitely your friend. Not only is there less chance that you’ll match the groom’s party when wearing patterns, but you’ll also be bang on-trend.

    So, which ties can you combine with a classic wedding look? If you’re opting for block colours, providing a dash of colour and pattern with floral or paisley is always a great option. For those opting for pinstripes, why not add a touch of class with a textured tie? Those who’ve chosen a checked pattern can’t go far wrong with a plain tie, we recommend picking out the accents of your check pattern and picking a bold autumnal colour that matches.

    Mix & Match

    Who says you have to settle for one style of suit? If uniformity isn’t your thing, you can always choose to mix and match your ensemble.

    Tweed and wools work wonders when dressing for an autumn wedding; not only do they provide texture and warm, autumnal colours, but they team up fantastically with both plain and patterned trousers and waistcoats too, depending on the style of tweed and wool of course.

    Pick out a pair of trousers that work well with your tweed or wool blazer, and decide on a wedding tie that compliments both the patterns and colours of the two. If your blazer sports patterns, plump for a plain tie with bold, block colouration, if the jacket is plain in style, go for floral or perhaps a paisley style instead. For those with a more quirky taste, why not mix things up with a bow tie?

    Smart-yet-Casual

    Some weddings call for something a little more casual, and if this is the case, there are some great autumnal looks and accessories that you can employ for a more dressed-down style.

    You can often get away with a pair of well-fitted jeans, teamed with a tweed or wool blazer and a pair of sophisticated brown brogues, to effortlessly tread the lines between smart and casual. In this case, we would maybe forgo the tie, and instead give a nod to the big day with the inclusion of a stylish pocket square. If you would feel more comfortable wearing a tie at an autumn wedding, stick with a skinny tie to work with your dressed down look.

    If you’d like more info on any of our Ties R Us wedding ties and accessories, feel free to contact our friendly team. For more expert advice and inspiration, head on over to our blog page.

  • How Do You Choose Groomsmen Attire?

    Summer wedding season is fast approaching and if you’re planning last minute touches to your big day, you’ll want to ensure that you’re making the right choices when it comes to wedding attire. With the groom’s outfit decided on, how do you choose groomsmen attire? There is truly a whole host of options, from suits to shoes and accessories, to consider. Today at Ties R Us, we’re guiding you through how to choose groomsmen attire and covering some of the most asked questions about shopping for your wedding party.

    Should Groomsmen And Groom Match?

    The first thing to consider is should the groomsmen match the groom in terms of their suits and ties. You’ll want to coordinate ensembles so they can be easily identifiable as part of the groomsmen unit, but what are the rules when it comes to matching groomsmen and the groom?
    It’s important that the groomsmen reflect the style of the groom, but this doesn’t mean that they have to wear the exact same outfit. Not only does it make sense to have the groom in a slightly contrasting attire to differentiate his role in the proceedings, but you also don’t want to out-do him on his wedding day! Bring the groom and his groomsmen together with a shared colour palette and buttonhole flowers to add to their suits for a united look.

    What Does The Best Man Wear?

    As the best man is part of the groomsmen party, he’ll wear the same suit style as the other members of the group. However, to make him stand out from the others, it’s a good idea to have a subtle difference to show to everyone that he has an important role to play as best man to the groom. Continuity is key when it comes to dressing the groomsmen and the best man, and so is tradition. Opt for a tailored suit in the same colour as the groom, and if he’s wearing a double-breasted suit, go for a single-breasted suit for a subtle difference. A crisp white shirt is a classic go-to shirt option that will go with any suit colour, and Oxford shoes are an elegant footwear choice for all groomsmen.

    Ties vs. Bow Ties

    Once you’ve decided on the colour theme and suit styles for the wedding, it’s time to decide on whether you’d prefer your groomsmen to wear ties or bow ties. So, which tie should groomsmen wear? This accessory decision will come down to the formality of the wedding itself; strictly formal and ceremonial weddings may be where the traditional bow tie is most acceptable, whereas a modern wedding can be the right place for a lovely satin tie and matching pocket square.