 1.
Origin:
The primary modern male neckwear can be be
traced to the 17th-century cravat, a style developed from Croatian
mercenaries honored by Louis XIV. People of upper class were
inspired and began to tie a handkerchief around their necks
as well. From the neckwear came modern necktie which is now
the most vissible and variable fashion accessory worn by men.
2.
Modern Times:
Today, neckties are part of the formal clothing of males, particularly
in business. Generally it is a thick swath made from silk or
cotton, and is tied around the collar with various knots, such
as the Windsor knot.
3. Selection:
The quality of a necktie depends more on fabrics and tailoring
than on style and pattern.
Tips for selecting a necktie that fits you:
(1) Fabrics:
Silk, polyester or their blend.
(2) Hand feel:
Silk necktie has a soft tender color and smooth hand feel. Polyester
necktie is in many ways mimic to silk one, but not as natural.
(3) Thickness:
Generally 14-16 m/m is required for silk. The thickness of a
polyester necktie depends on your hand feel.
About tailoring:
1. A standrad necktie is sewn up with three pieces of fine cloths
at 45กใ bias, with a total length of 145cm.
2. Smooth surface and clear, symmetrical pattern.
3. Precisely verticle and central seam line on the back.
4. Pattern match at the seam line.
5. Uniformity of colors.
4. Match with suit:
1. Black suit: siler gray, blue, red/white stripes necktie.
2. Navy blue suir: blue, dark rose, orange, brown necktie.
3. White suit: red, brown necktie.
4. Gray suit: brick red, green, yellow necktie.
5. Beige suit: blue, brown necktie.
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