How to buy neck tie?

10 11 2009

A neck tie is a very important clothing accessory that suits with the normal pants and shirts. Buying a good necktie can be a very personal thing, but if you are confused as to how to buy a good neck tie, which knots suits you and your outfit and then we have some good tips.

Following are the tips that you should keep in mind while buying a neck tie:

•    You just try the neck tie and check whether it ties a knot well.

•    Check the weight of a tie as the heavier the silk the better the tie will drape and you will end up with a big knot.

•    Material used like polyester or silk-polyester blend.

•    Look for bar tacks, fabric loops and double reinforced neck stitching, all are good indicators of quality.

•    Other than in standard neckties that range from 52 to 58 inches, you require to order a custom tie.

•    The tie should have some stuff inside to give some look to the body.

•    As high quality ties are lined with 100% wool, so the lining of a tie should hold its shape. Wool is best but poly cotton is the next suitable lining.

•    Good quality ties are cut across the fabric. You can test this by making a tie loop on your hand and if it makes a twirl in air then it means it is not a good quality tie.

•    For business, Timeless designs are more acceptable. Timeless designs are neats and stripes. For leisure, the trendy designs are more acceptable.

•    If you touch a silk tie and it seems to be rough then it means the silk would be of inferior quality.

•    Inspect the tie carefully and closely for any threads or loose ends.

So, I hope these tips will help you to get the best necktie.