Choosing a Tie for Special Occasions

Throughout the annual calendar, you will likely have a few special occasions pencilled in, including birthdays, anniversaries and maybe even a wedding or two to attend. This means having a great wardrobe of smart suits and ties to hand! It’s important to look the part when attending any kind of special occasion, whether it’s with family and friends or professional colleagues. However, with so much choice when it comes to men’s ties, it’s crucial that you choose the right style to match the occasion.

Whether you’re a seasoned tie wearer, or it’s one of your first times buying a tie to add to your wardrobe, here is your very own guide to choosing the right tie for special occasions!

Choosing the right colour

The colour of your tie can depend entirely on the season; what you would wear in winter is not necessarily the same as summer. Just as in the rest of the fashion industry, trends change and different colours will emerge as the months come and go.

With autumn and winter only around the corner, you may want to consider looking at colours like burgundy, navy, brown and even green. Very seasonal for the colder half of the year, ties in these shades will reflect the time of year perfectly. Darker colours such as these can add an element of sophistication to your suit, making them perfect for a special or formal occasion.

In the spring and summer months, you have the opportunity to choose much lighter colours. Duck egg blue, coral, lavender or mint green are all ideal tie choices in the summer. Use these colours for weddings and formal dinners to create a well-created outfit; you will often see pale pink or blue ties used together with wedding suits, as they are much subtler than other bolder shades.

In the spring and summer months, you have the opportunity to choose much lighter colours.

Choosing the right pattern

The pattern on your tie is also an important consideration. Many special occasions will probably call for a subtle pattern, but it does depend on your own personal style.

Floral ties are often an ideal choice for the summer months, as well as weddings. Many wedding ties will feature a subtle floral pattern in a similar shade to the tie’s background. If that’s not your style, pin dots are an equally great choice for weddings.

Remember to save bold tie for less formal occasions as they can sometimes make a lasting impression; perhaps not the effect you want as a guest at a wedding!

save bold tie for less formal occasions as they can sometimes make a lasting impression;

If in doubt; go plain. You simply can’t go wrong with a block colour tie in almost any shade.