TIE MODELS
Knitted or woven, plain or patterned, they are often made of silk, but come in as many precious fabrics as one can imagine.
However, there is a big difference in assembly: seven-ply ties are made from a single square of fabric which constitutes their thickness.
In contrast, assembled ties are constructed from what is called interlining, often made of cotton, which provides hold and volume to the tie. So, it is rare for a tie to be truly 100% silk, if it is not a seven-fold-tie !
HOW TO CHOOSE AND WEAR A TIE?
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It is essential to check that its width is proportional to the lapels of your jacket : generally between 4.5 and 9 cm.
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The tie knot should not be too tight and should be proportionate in size to your shirt collar.
For example, a simple knot will be perfect for a turndown collar (small opening) while a Windsor knot will be better suited to an Italian collar also called a cutaway (more flared).
THE ORIGINS OF THE TIE
From the middle of the 17th century, men at court adorned themselves with a lace scarf: it was a means of social distinction which appears to be the first origin of the tie.
At the end of the 19th century, members of great English schools or clubs wore the colors of their communities through ties as we know them today. Striped, these ties are still called “club ties” today.
It was only during the 20th century that the tie became standard in professional spheres, always as a tool of distinction, but also through social pressure.
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