- TIES
- What are the basic rules for wearing a tie?
Wearing a tie is not as easy as it seems. The styles, patterns and even the way you tie the knot may change
depending on the outfit and the occasion. We have listed a few tips a novice tie wearer would find handy. The width of the tie should be the same as that of the coat lapels. A rule of thumb is
using a tie having a width of around 3.5 inches, which experts say will never go out of vogue. It is preferable to wear a tie having a darker shade than the shirt you are wearing. The lower end
of your tie should be in line with your belt. The tie knot should preferably be a perfect triangle with the size of the knot being proportional to the collar. There should be some contrast in the
color of the tie as compared to the shirt color. A tried and tested practice is to coordinate the color distribution in such as way that the main color of the tie complements the suit and the
other color accentuates the shirt.
Generally, you would never go wrong if you wear a tie having the same material as the shirt. Thus, a silk tie
should be worn with a silk shirt and a cotton tie could partner a cotton shirt.
- SCARVES
- What are the popular patterns in men’s scarves?
With the popularity of men’s scarves growing day by day across all sections of society, manufacturers are now producing scarves in a wide variety of innovative designs and styles. Some popular men’s scarves incorporate patterns ranging from plaid to paisley, floral designs to animal shapes, and multicolored paint splashes to abstract and geometric figures. Some of the scarves may have straightforward designs with simple edges, while some may have the ends embellished with frilly threadwork. Scarves are usually reversible with the design being incorporated on both sides. For added versatility in this clothing accessory, some scarves have more than one pattern included in the same scarf. For example, one single scarf may have a combination of both wool and silk fabrics and also feature a coupling of red paisley with a blue uniform color.
Some men’s scarves may also have aesthetically designed uneven edges that are appealing to the eye. Famous designers such as Marc Jacobs, Roberto Cavalli, Valentino, and Versace have lent their talents to scarf design, frequently launching their collection on global catwalks. With so many original scarf creations, a prospective buyer is spoiled for choice.
- HANDBAGS
- What are convertible handbags?
Convertible handbags are fashion’s answer for the women who essay multiple roles with ease and élan. These handbags come with handles that can be tucked or folded inside, converting them into clutch bags when required; they can be converted to achieve the desired look.
Convertible handbags are cost-effective and not just that, they save you the trouble of transferring essentials way too often, especially, when you are transitioning between a casual day out and an evening party; just tuck the straps inside, and you are ready for the party with a clutch in your hand. Convertible handbags are also great options during travel; they can open up to offer several pockets and compartments for holding your accessories. For instance, convertible boarding handbags have pockets and compartments galore, enabling you to organize travel documents and essentials neatly. Other styles in convertible handbags include messenger handbags, which can be worn across the body or tucked underneath the arms; and waist bags, which can be worn around the waist or slung on the shoulder. These bags are available in a wide variety of materials like leather, suede, satin, microfiber and others.
- POCKET SQUARES
- What is the Astaire fold?
The Astaire pocket square folding technique is designed for ease of folding and showcasing a subtle touch of class. This fold is accented by its simplicity. In order to create the Astaire fold, all you need to do is place the pocket square flat over an even surface and then pick up the cloth from the center with your fingers. This will result in a kind of a puff, and you will notice that all the four points of the pocket square are hanging down. Now, you need to grab and uniformly pull up any two of these points till the height of the original grab. The lower part of the material is then to be gathered together and folded neatly under the puff. The pocket square is now ready to be slipped into the left breast pocket of the coat. Now with a classy Astaire fold on you, you can make that impressive entry into the event.