What should be the length of a tie according to etiquette?

A tie is one of the favorite accessories for business men. It gives the representatives of the strong half of humanity seriousness (and even self-confidence), allows you to look very elegant. However, some young people avoid such accessories because they do not know what the length of a tie should be according to etiquette, how to tie it correctly. A brief review of the basic rules and recommendations will dispel the doubts of novice gentlemen.

In the modern business world, it is generally accepted that a tie is an integral part of the image of an office worker or manager. If earlier this accessory was purely masculine, then current trends allow girls to complement their office outfit with a tie.

To create the right business look with a suit and tie, without showing bad taste, There are a few things to keep in mind when choosing clothes:

• When choosing a shirt for a business suit, cotton models should be preferred, while knitted items will be out of place. Only a long-sleeved shirt should be worn under a suit and tie. Moreover, it is permissible to iron the arrows on the sleeves if the jacket is not planned to be removed at the event. Otherwise, shirt sleeves must be without arrows.
• The length of the sleeves of the shirt should be such that only the cuffs are visible from under the sleeve of the jacket. Plain shirts go well with striped or plaid suits, while stripped suits look good with patterned shirts.

• The collar of a shirt is an indicator of a well-groomed man. It should always be clean and perfectly ironed, so you should change or wash this wardrobe item after each working day.
• Today, a T-shirt is not a mandatory element of clothing worn under a shirt. However, for men who prefer snow-white shirts and a strict business style, a T-shirt is an integral part of the image. In addition, this element is able to outline the shape of the shirt, hide figure flaws and protect the shirt itself from sweat absorption.

• For women, it is also quite acceptable to use a white T-shirt under a blouse. If desired, the girl can simply put on a bra, picking it up to match the color of the blouse. Wearing a black bra under a white blouse is considered bad manners.
• When choosing a suit and tie for business meetings, preference is given to black, navy blue or dark gray. It is easy to pick up a pastel-colored shirt for the latter. You can dress gentlemen in a single-breasted jacket with a waistcoat, but a double-breasted one does not go well with it and is suitable only for tall men.

• It is customary to fasten all buttons on a jacket (except the bottom one). You can unfasten it only while at the table (during work or lunch). Women's options for jackets give great freedom. Do not fasten or fasten buttons - the girls decide for themselves.
• As for the trousers, they look a few centimeters longer at the back, and slightly bend inward in the front and cover the shoes a little.Girls often choose skirts as an alternative to trousers. However, their length should not be too defiant, and the colors should correspond to office standards.
• Shoes should match the color scheme of the suit. Black boots are considered universal; for light suits, you should choose the appropriate shoes. Lacquered models should be set aside for special occasions, they can be combined with a tailcoat.
• Do not deprive attention of such trifles as socks. Under no circumstances should white socks be worn with a business suit. The color of the socks must be the same as the color of the suit or darker.

Black socks are versatile and will fit any shoe. They should reach to the ankle. For women's dress code, the issue of choosing tights is important. In the office, they should be flesh-colored, of medium density (even in the warm season).

Using a tie in the image of a business person allows you to show individuality and emphasize sophistication, a sense of style for a man. If a young man chooses a strict black suit and a white shirt, then the tie becomes the only colorful spot in the whole image. A properly selected accessory should not be striking, but only be a harmonious addition to the rest of the appearance.

The length of the tie should be from 125 to 147 cm (according to the established standard). This range is given taking into account the fact that all men have different heights. To correctly determine the required length of a tie when buying, you can take the accessory by one end and attach it to the neck at the site of tying the knot. If the selected copy is knee-length, then the size is chosen correctly.

The width of men's ties can also differ from each other. The choice for this parameter depends on the preferences of the man and his physique. For men with a massive torso, the widest models are suitable, for young and slender guys it is better to give preference to ties already 10 cm. For classic clothes, you should choose an accessory 6-7 cm wide, and for adherents of fashion trends, 9-10.5 cm options are suitable.

In order for the tie to lie flat on the shirt and not fall out of the jacket, many men use special clips. These accessories also allow you to emphasize the status if they are made of expensive materials. There are several types of such elements:

• Clips in the form of clothespins are very popular due to their simplicity. With their help, you can securely fix the tie between 3 and 4 buttons. The clamp should be placed strictly horizontally.
• It is quite rare to find clips in the form of pins. Due to the design features, holes remain on the clothes after their use.
• Tie clips with chains fitted with button fasteners (in the form of rings) are also rare. Chains have never been very popular, but this makes it possible to purchase an exclusive piece of jewelry.

Having decided on the choice of a tie that will not be too short, long and will fit well with the office clothes in your wardrobe, you should familiarize yourself with the rules for wearing this accessory. Men have to wear a tie quite often.

A good tie should be straight, without distortion. If a man is wearing a buttoned jacket, then the lapels on the jacket and the flared part of the tie should have the same width. The narrow part of the accessory should be hidden behind the wide one.

Luxury accessories are sewn from three pieces of silk fabric, for the mass market models are created from two parts. Quality models have a loop on the back of the wide part.

Real gentlemen should be able to tie a tie quickly and independently. A properly knotted tie should cover the collar joint of the shirt. For ties of any thickness and shape, you can choose a simple knot that is not perfectly symmetrical and is suitable for beginners.

The universal knot is very popular and often used for official meetings, it looks great on silk pieces. For shirts with a wide collar, you can choose a double knot.

This small piece of clothing requires special care. It is better not to wash it yourself, in your hands, but to use the services of dry cleaning. Ties should be stored in a suspended position, preferably in cases.

When choosing such an accessory, men should focus on their wardrobe, its color scheme. The tie should match the suit, not the other way around.

A vest or pencil skirt looks great in a tie look for women. If trousers are preferred, then they can be supplemented with suspenders. Bracelet, earrings, rings are not needed in this case.

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