Tie

[Aperitif]

That means I am struggling to find a tie that makes the ensemble continue to look smart, expensive

Blue and white spots on an orange background...non-shiny.
Anyway, your quest to retain that 'je ne sais quoi' will be in vain, Mart - your head and hands will still be showing.
Love from your mate, Brummel (B.)

 

[Smokin Joe]

I've still got the red tie I bought for my wedding to Mrs SJ Mk1 in 1982. It is pressed into service now and again when I can't get out of dressing formally. I also have a few black ones from the days I had to wear a uniform which are handy for funerals.

 

[Dave 123]

 

[Mrs M]

One does want a hint of colour

 

[GrumpyGregry]

Purple, not too deep a shade, matching socks with pink details. Pretty much my interview outfit.

 

[Speicher]

So. I have a very nice shirt, expensive, smart. However it is blue and white striped. That means I am struggling to find a tie that makes the ensemble continue to look smart, expensive. I do have a wool, maroon tie that I bought in an old fashioned tailor's shop in Clitheroe a few years ago (think Mr Benn).

Would this tie in the opinion of the jury "match"?

I went next door to ask Mr Benn, but he was just getting changed, again!

 

[CanucksTraveller]

Bold striped shirts really need a plain silk tie, but you can pick from quite a wide range of colours for the tie. Light striped / pinstripe shirts will go with a bold striped tie in a complimentary colour.

Wool ties are out, unless you're trying to get the whole "retired Lieutenant Colonel" look. Mustard cords, Barbour jacket and Hunter wellies complete that outfit.