Designer ties and bow ties
History of the tie
Amongst the accessories that absolutely cannot be missing from a men’s wardrobe, the tie surely occupies first place. When it comes to the origins of the current tie, it was probably a strip of fabric wrapped around the neck of the Roman legionaries with the task of protecting the respiratory tract during the march. It was only during the Thirty Years War (1618-1648) that the first prototype of a tie was made, characterized by a scarf tied around the neck worn by Croatian mercenaries on the border, and it is from them that this accessory takes its name.
Over the years the tie underwent several transformations up to the one we know today.
The tie today
There are different types of ties available: solid color, striped, the so-called Regimental, characterized by oblique lines reminiscent of certain English clubs, to small dots, fantasy or bright colors. The tie is surely an indispensable addition for refining a suit and it’s without doubt the accessory par excellence in the working world, specially for professionals or for those who are in the public eye.
If some dress codes require a tie, you are in fact free to choose the way to tie it; there up to 85 ways to tie the knot of a tie and all have a history and a different particularity, which also makes the final look different. We’re no doubt talking about the most worn men’s accessory, and it is also associated to elegance and a timeless style.
In the last few years on the international runways there has been a sort of modernization of this accessory that has made it very versatile and suited to every look. The different models, finishes, and fabrics of a tie can enhance a look, as well as make any type of garment unique, from classic to the more casual. One of the rules is to not exaggerate with pattern, therefore combine your shirt and tie wisely and vice versa, in addition it’s important to consider the texture and the color in fashion to create a pleasing optical effect.
If the idea of wearing a classic suit makes you immediately think of an appraised look, a nice tie can characterize a suit, making it unique and different in order to express oneself and one’s personality.
How to wear a bow tie
Also, the bow tie, or butterfly tie, is a typical men’s accessory that shares the ties history and origin. The bow tie is certainly synonymous with elegance, in terms of wearing it with a tuxedo it is unavoidable, an outfit used for gala evenings or for the most important ceremonies. Lately however, the bow tie has been accepted and can be seen more at informal occasions and with a decidedly more casual look, however still giving a touch of refinement and particularity to the entire outfit.
In fact, there are many bow ties with vibrant colors or cheeky patterns capable of giving freshness and breaking up the monotony of a serious outfit. It’s possible, therefore, to wear the bow tie with an eccentric look with a button-down shirt to represent a sportier and sparkling style without giving up elegance.
On the website there are many designer tie models from big famous brands, ideal both for completing an elegant look and for refining a more casual look, like the one embellished with Gancini at Ferragamo or the model in silk in a solid color by Saint Laurent.
Saint Laurent ties and bow ties
One of the most important fashion houses of the 20th century, thanks to the inspiration of its founder, has been able to establish itself in the world of fashion within a few years. Saint Laurent is distinguished by its unique, well developed and at times provocative identity, as provocative as the life of its creator. The production is divided between Italy and France where prêt-a-porter garments are still made.
Other than men’s and women’s clothing the fashion house produces accessories like the ties present on the website, such as the refined black and white regimental tie or the one with oblique stripes in black and silver. The silk model in tone-on-tone oblique black stripes is certainly a very elegant alternative, but at the same time unusual and versatile.
Ferragamo ties and bow ties
After re-entering Italy in 1927 as an American emigrant, the shoe designer Salvatore Ferragamo opened his first boutique in Florence. With the passing of time the designer managed to become well known across the globe, opening boutiques in the most important cities for fashion like Rome, London and New York in just twenty years.
Today the brand is present in over 90 countries with more than 680 shops worldwide.
There are some beautiful tie models on the website that fully reflect the Italian touch of the brand, like the tie with its iconic Gancini embellishment, a symbol of Ferragamo style or the classic Aurina available in different colors and perfect for completing a lovely suit or for adding character to a more casual look.
