History of the necktie, dress code and fashion tips, silk tie care, and more

The history of the necktie

Already centuries ago, men used to tie a scarf or neckerchief around their necks. The tie as we know it today began in the middle of the 19th century. The British regimental tie and the club tie supported its spreading. The current shape did not come into fashion until 1924.
History of the Tie

Necktie fabrics

Elegant neckties are made out of finest silk! Nowadays the best silk qualities for ties are to be found in Como/Northern Italy. The silk fabric used for ties can either be imprinted or woven into Jacquards from different silk yarns.
Tie Fabrics

The making of a tie

There are only two ways of sewing a quality necktie – either by hand or with a LIBA machine The lining of the tie has the important task of keeping the tie straight.
Manufacturing Ties

How to match a tie to a shirt and suit: The ten golden rules of shirt and tie matching

Here are the ten golden rules on how to combine your clothing.
Which tie goes with a suit and shirt? The ten golden rules.

Necktie dress code

Which tie for which occasion? Learn what to wear to a black tie event, business meetings, weddings and more. The ten golden rules for the necktie dress code.
What is the dress code for ties?

Silk tie care

After wearing a necktie always untie it and roll it up. Either store the tie flat or hang it in on a rod in the closet. Do not iron your ties and avoid dry-cleaning.
Tie Care



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