Bow tie for a man

Most men prefer classic ties, perhaps not even knowing that there are other variations of this item. One type is the bow tie.

Stylish, modern wardrobe of a man without a tie? No, it can't be! There should be at least one, but multifunctional bow tie.

Many representatives of the male half of humanity want to create a modern, fashionable image without much effort and expense. Using all kinds of ties, creating an interesting fashionable look is quite easy.

The image of an elegant, stylish and gallant gentleman who draws attention to himself corresponds to a man with a bow tie. He will even pass the dress code to the Queen's reception. To know all the nuances of choosing a butterfly, read the sections of the article.

For the first time, prototypes of bow ties were mentioned in Ancient China as early as the 3rd century BC. And the exploitation of the butterfly as a decorative element of the men's wardrobe began around the end of the 16th and beginning of the 17th centuries in Croatia.Military Croatian mercenaries knitted a scarf under the turn-down collar of their shirt, masterfully forming a bow-tie so that the shirt did not swing open. The French nobility, at one of the royal receptions, turned their attention to the unusual decoration of the Croats and began to decorate their clothes with such an accessory with pleasure.

In France, in 1661, the “sun” king Louis XIV, who had recently ascended the throne, ordered the opening of a sewing workshop at the court in Versailles, where they sewed expensive, elegant neck accessories tied with various butterflies for the king and the French nobility.

10 years have passed and the Duchess of Lavaye became the first woman to bring a butterfly to her image. But a century later, her experience was repeated by the incomparable Marlene Dietrich.

At the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, the bow tie gained immense popularity, becoming the leading wardrobe accessory for all men. It was worn by all walks of life: nobility, aristocrats, politicians, lackeys. The bow tie has become an integral part of ceremonial receptions, official visits and social events.

The accessory got its current stylish look after the premiere of the famous opera by G. Puccini "Madama Butterfly" or "Chio - chio - san" - all the musicians in the orchestra then wore such a butterfly.

Many try to give 100% preference to either a bow tie or a tie. Sometimes, the wrong decision, based on a biased opinion about a certain accessory, can cause bewilderment in the eyes of others and sow doubts about your taste. Do not rush to categorically reject this or that type of tie, because everything has its time and place.

Tie - perfectly complements the suit of a business person, emphasizes the masculinity of the owner, creates an elegant, fashionable image.It is universal and appropriate in the office, at negotiations and official meetings, at weddings and anniversaries, at celebrations and corporate banquets. Butterfly is a special accessory: from the very beginning it was an aristocratic attribute, a symbol of solemnity and romance, a very elegant, elegant tie. At the most solemn events - ceremonial receptions, awards, solemn concerts - men are present in a traditional bow tie, causing admiration, attracting the views of those present.

A bow tie was once worn only with a tuxedo or tailcoat, but today it perfectly combines with other clothes, creating a harmonious overall look.

Having in your wardrobe 2-3 fashionable, elegant bow ties, you can easily change or vary your look on duty. Thanks to the current design, the tie can be worn at a party with friends, at a wedding and at work.

The advantage of the accessory is that it is very easy to combine with your favorite jeans and an elegant plain shirt with a classic cut, literally with any item from your wardrobe.

In boutiques, specialty stores and men's clothing stores, there is now a large assortment of butterflies in different models, colors and sizes:

• Double (two-sided) - a classic form, very comfortable - you get 2 ties at once.
• Fancy ties can consist of 6 parts. The original choice is a butterfly with heart-shaped wings. This model is somewhat similar to fashionable collars.
• With rhinestones. Such butterflies are very popular among today's youth.
• The narrow butterfly model looks elegant with a business and casual suit.
• From beads. Such butterflies are attached like brooches - due to a pin, and have an unusual appearance.
• The Classic Butterfly is an accessory that resembles butterfly wings and is suitable for all formal costumes.
• Bat - such butterflies are often preferred by young people in combination with various images.
• With sharp edges. Such a butterfly is called a diamond. Intricately connects the classic shape with diamond-shaped sharp corners, has an asymmetrical contour.
• With embroidery. Such butterflies became especially popular with the boom of patriotism. Often there are embroideries of ornaments.
• a large butterfly is a classic model, perfectly complements both a tuxedo and a tailcoat.
• rounded club - with rounded corners on a small butterfly, perfect for a fashionable outfit for a club, a party.
• modified bow tie - in the tie model, the loop between the wings is larger than usual, due to this, many folds form on the knot.

In addition to these familiar types, there are more original options. Homemade bow ties are made from plastic, cardboard, beads, wire. A butterfly is an accessory with a decorative function, so you can often find products with spikes, chains, and embroidery.

The traditional approved dress code for formal meetings and events involves a combination of black bow ties with a tailcoat, and white ones with a tuxedo.

Very often, butterflies are sewn in plain colors - black (the most popular), white, burgundy, dark blue, the most suitable pattern is paisleyz, an elongated pearl. Also preference is given to butterflies of pastel discreet shades: milky, blue, gray-silver, peach.

In the modern world, there is no longer a clear boundary between different styles. For those who like to stand out from the "gray" crowd, originals and advanced fans of free styles, bow ties of unexpected colors are produced (purple, yellow, dark green, tea, pink, lilac, red, gray, burgundy and others).

Modern fashion provides the widest range of butterflies with a pattern: from all kinds of geometric ornaments, to polka dots and cages. There are models with more daring prints and patterns (various floral prints, skulls, deer, dolphins, palm trees).

Butterflies have their own specific size grid. The standard size of an ordinary butterfly is 14 cm long and 5.5-6.5 cm wide. Classic butterflies of large sizes - length 18 cm and width 8-8.5 cm. Bat butterflies are not very different from classic models - 4.5-5 cm wide and 14-16 cm long.

When choosing a size, you should be guided by the following principle: a bow tie should not go beyond your face in length, but the width should be in harmony with the width of the collar itself. Wear a large bowtie with a shirt with a classic collar, while combine a medium-sized bowtie with semi-folding soft collars.

Designers and fashion designers select the fabric for sewing ties very carefully:

• From satin ribbon. Such butterflies look elegant and look good at various events.
• Knitted. These ties are quite original and unusual. Many men prefer manual work.
• From felt. A good option for a child.
• Velvet butterfly. Exciting velvet looks good at evening meetings.
• From denim, butterflies fit perfectly into the rowdy street style.
• From rep tape - quite an attractive and practical option.
• From foamiran. Such soft to the touch material is more common in butterflies for children.
• Leather butterfly. As a rule, it is decorated with metal fittings and looks quite brutal.
• Quite interesting bright products are made from felt.

Among other things, in the manufacture of butterflies, materials such as soft light brocade and taffeta, tweed, cashmere, wool, cotton, linen, and viscose are found.

In the classic version, butterflies are made from linen, silk, cashmere, wool and polyester. Today you can find butterflies made of wood and metal. The latter are unlikely to be suitable for a business event, but they will distinguish their owner among the masses at various walks and thematic meetings.

It just so happens that when we were children, we dreamed of becoming adults sooner, and when we matured, we dream of becoming children. Children always copy adults, they really want to be like dad, grandfather, uncle, older brother, they try on clothes and accessories in order to feel big for at least a minute.

Become stylish and elegant, stand out from your peers - give your child this opportunity. A kid in a smart shirt with a bow tie will not leave anyone indifferent, and the kid will feel like an adult gentleman. An orange or turquoise satin ribbon butterfly is well suited for children.

Little ladies can also wear a bow tie; this type of costume decoration has long ceased to be only a men's accessory. A white shirt with a pale blue bow tie with white hearts will look charming.

Children's models of ties look "adult" and at the same time bright and colorful. They are sewn from high-quality and safe fabrics:

• silk jacquard;
• wool;
• polyester.

Thanks to the "adult" details of the wardrobe, children are instilled with a sense of style and good taste, the ability to dress neatly and correctly, the skills of combining and combining clothes to create a harmonious complete image.

To accurately choose a bow tie, you need to focus on the material, appearance, fastener and size, as well as follow some simple rules:

• The size. You can easily find out your tie size, take the ribbon and wrap around your neck under the buttoned shirt collar - the length of the ribbon is your size. Self-tied ties, including bow ties, are sewn in almost the same size, for any neck size. In a pre-tied bow tie, the size is easily adjusted using fasteners, hooks or sliders. Put on and fix a butterfly under the collar, the strap should not be too loose or too tight, adjust the length of the strap to suit you.
• For everyday wear, it is better to choose a product made of artificial materials, they keep their shape well and retain a respectable appearance for a long time. Accessories made of expensive silk fabrics and cashmere quickly lose their attractive appearance and hold their shape worse.
• When buying an accessory for special occasions, it is recommended to choose a tie. A self-tied tie will give you a more sophisticated look.
• The color of the tie should be in harmony with the color scheme of the suit. It is not recommended to purchase an accessory to match the jacket.

When choosing a bow tie, be guided mainly by your own taste and remember the harmonious combination of both the shirt and the suit. Do not be afraid of bold, original combinations, you will attract the attention and views of others.

Do not forget the unshakable rule: the main thing is not to overdo it.

Quite often, a bow tie is associated with an elegant tuxedo or formal tailcoat. After all, he came from the 19th century, then only this accessory was worn with him. In the current fashion, a butterfly is a kind of imitation of a neckerchief tied with a bow. Today, both men and women wear a bow tie, combining it with many things, creating fashionable, elegant and practical looks.

However, some rules and traditions on how and with what to wear a bow tie have been preserved to this day.

A dress suit in a classic style is used in the following combinations:

• A black bow tie is a formal tuxedo or a three-piece suit. This image implies a combination - a white shirt and a black silk vest.
• For a white butterfly, you need a vest, a tailcoat and a classic white shirt.

When choosing an accessory for a business suit, show your imagination. Experiment with colored butterflies, with different patterns, prints, you can use accessories made of velvet or tweed, this will give your image originality and originality.

When choosing a bow tie for a particular suit, one rule should be remembered - the tie should be two or three tones darker or lighter than the shirt, harmoniously combined in color. For example, a blue shirt-blue butterfly. Fans of striped or plaid shirts should pick up a plain bow tie in a calm, not flashy color scheme or with a small print.

A bow tie in red or rich burgundy will look good with a plain light shirt in pink, beige or milky tone, plus a brown suit. This image will be solid, presentable and not too formal.And by complementing the image with a chest scarf to match the accessory, you will only emphasize your impeccable taste.

Clothing in casual style. There are no limits and special restrictions. There is only one rule in this style - you have the right to combine any clothes and the most daring and original accessories, you can afford a butterfly made of wood, foamiran, metal or plastic.

Intend to wear a bow tie and a bright favorite shirt with jeans - you will be noticed and not deprived of attention.

Knitted tight jumpers and sweaters, vests and cardigans look very good and stylish in combination with a butterfly.

Butterfly with polka dots, flowers or with monograms, a T-shirt and a linen summer suit? Yes!

Try, experiment, add other accessories - suspenders, pocket squares, colorful socks, bright laces. Dress a butterfly made of wood - today it is at the peak of popularity among young people.

The price of an actual men's accessory ranges from 300 rubles to several thousand. The cost is affected by the quality of the material, brand, model, author's design and other components.

Chinaski, a shop-workshop for sewing bow ties in St. Petersburg, opened just 2.5 years ago. Despite such a “young age”, he has already won the love and recognition of fashion accessories lovers far beyond the borders of not only his native city, but also Russia.

Chinasky butterflies are a huge assortment from classics to single author's copies, high quality, originality of colors and models.

One of the latest novelties is an author's butterfly with the image of the bridges of St. Petersburg, you can also order cufflinks in the same style.

Carlo Monetti is a well-known manufacturer of classic bow ties throughout Europe. Every year more than 150 models are created in different styles from 200 types of fabrics. A quarter of all products are individual orders of VIP clients.

The manufacturer uses only high-quality natural materials: silk, viscose, wool and cotton. Bow ties from Carlo Monetti do not wrinkle when worn and do not lose their shape even after many years of faithful service thanks to a special elastic lining sewn inside.

Modern men are well aware that the color of the accessory directly depends on the upcoming event. For work in the office - one color, for a party at a club with friends - another, for a restaurant or a date a third, and for a celebration - a formal suit and an appropriate accessory.

You like colorful looks, but you don’t want to stand out too much - then a pink shirt, a dark blue suit and an accessory in a rich cornflower color. A pocket square in the same color will complete a win-win, incredibly stylish look.

Do you like plaid shirts? A plain woolen bow tie, plus a knitted vest and classic jeans, goes well with such a shirt and get a new, slightly romantic look for a date with a girl.

A wedding is a solemn and most memorable day for the bride and groom, their parents and guests. Nowadays, there are many stylistic decisions, but the vast majority remain unchanged.

A black tea wedding involves pairing a tuxedo with a black bow tie with right angles, and the bow tie must be tied, not untied.

At a cocktail-marked wedding, the tuxedo can be replaced with a dark-colored jacket and a bolder-colored bow tie.

Dressing fashionably and elegantly, finding your individual image is not the most important thing. A bow tie, such a great accessory, try to wear it at ease and with pride. Remember: you are in a bow tie - a courageous, elegant, luxurious and gallant gentleman.