Types of Bow Tie Patterns

Whether you only wear a tie for special events, or it is apart of your daily wear to work, knowing the range of patterns available will go a long way. With a small twitch of colour and pattern, your tie can help you shift from the feeling of having a work uniform to a modern dapper look for informal events and celebrations. If you are looking to build a bow tie collection, go for timeless styles and patterns that can be worn on any occasion.

 

Solid Ties

 

While these are the simplest and most basic of ties, they are not versatile. They are best used for formal occasions in deep shades such as grey, burgundy, or navy blue. To achieve the perfect look, match them with the colour of your suit, shirt, and skin tone. If you are in a casual business setting, go for refreshing, brighter colours such as lilac, pink, and blue. These colours go along way in brightening a dark suit.

 

Diagonal Stripes Ties

 

The diagonally striped bow tieis the business classic tie type. Depending on the stripe width, colours, and pattern repetition, this tie type can be worn in different situations to achieve different looks. While it is easy to match with your shirt or suit, ensure that the shirt and suit do not have distinct patterns. For formal events, choose a dark colour with single thin stripes of a lighter colour to create a solid, serious appearance.

 

Check, Plaid, or Tartan Ties

 

While all these bow tie patterns are different, they are similar in that they have patterns that contain vertical, horizontal, and crossed lines. To avoid looking cluttered, only wear these patterns with a solid colour shirt and suit. These tie patterns are not recommended for formal events, but they can be used for informal events and casual appearance.

 

At the end of the day, it all boils down to looking fabulous. Your bow tie choice makes the difference between loose and ready to party look and sleek, polished, and professional appearance. Make the right choice.