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Our Annual Summer Sale is Here – Storewide 20% Savings

We at Cheap-Neckties.com are excited to announce the start of our Annual Summer sale. Starting today, and going through Sunday (May 19th), you will save an additional 20% on everything you see on our site. Choose from thousands of stylish designer neckties, dapper bow ties, trendy skinny ties, pocket squares, and more. Just enter the promo code “sunshine” during checkout and an additional 20% will be taken off from your order. Please note that this offer ends at midnight (PST) on Sunday (May 19th, 2013). Ties are only available as long as supply lasts. As always, we very much appreciate your business!

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Look Sensationally Handsome This Summer in These Looks

Summer Fashion can be a daunting balance of form and functionality. Nothing is more dreaded than being layered up for the sake of fashion, meanwhile being absolutely miserable from heat.  We’ve hand picked some of the best summer looks for 2013 that are a team effort of chicness and comfort.  Load up on some summer basics like chambray button downs, linen jackets, patterned pocket squares, chino shorts and loafers and you too, can look Sensationally Handsome this Summer.

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Denim + Linen

Mix and match your fabrics this summer for a spot on summer look. We love the combination of chambray, denim and linen. It looks rugged and polished and most importantly, it is comfortable and functional in hot weather scenarios.  The plaid pocket square adds a bit of personality and pattern to the masculine menswear ensemble.

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Color Blocking

It can sometimes be difficult to create captivating yet simple ensembles for Summer weather. One of the best remedies to dull fashion is the practice of Color Blocking.  By simply pairing bold hues, you can create a fashion savvy look.  Your options are limitless but we do love this debonair combination of refined greens, navy blues and greys.

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The Shorted Professional

Shorts are a highly debated fashion component- some people love shorts while others loathe them.  We think that shorts can look polished and debonair teamed up with the right things. This monochromatic combination of light blue shorts, a well ironed blue shirt and a navy blue cardigan looks sharp, savvy and summery.  The outfit could also be sharpened up a smidgen more with  designer cufflinks.

Summer Fashion can be tough to tackle but with right fashion components and proper pairings, you can look polished and chic while not breaking a sweat.

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Lime Green: One of the Hottest Summer Hues for Ties, Learn How to Wear ‘Em

Bright pastel tones have always been a big hit for men’s neckwear during the spring and summer months, and not much has changed for 2013. While other greens, such as emerald and mint, have been taken away some of the attention of the color lime, it still remains a popular hue for the current summer season. Below are three of our favorite lime green ties that are part of Cantucci’s and Parsley’s newest summer collections. To see all ties in this color, please browse our assortment of light green ties.

The solid lime green ties is simply a must-have piece! It pairs exceptionally well with suits in navy, tan, and any shade of gray. Because this tie is solid in color, it is also is very easy to match to any shirt or suit pattern. One look we especially recommend for this piece: Navy pin-striped suit, solid white shirt, brown monk-strap dress shoes, and a matching lime colored pocket square.

Equally as elegant as the solid colored tie above, but a bit more sophisticated is this lime green and white polka dot tie by Puccini. A perfect match for all summer suits, this piece will brighten up everyone’s day. We actually liked pairing this tie with a slightly more casual, less business ensemble consisting of tan cotton suit, white shirt, and crisp white pocket square.

Last but not least is this new plaid tie by Parsley. From our point of view it features the most exciting design of these three ties featured above. The plaid pattern in gray, white, and different shades of green adds a nice element to this brightly colored accessory. We especially like this tie with a navy suit, white shirt, black dress shoes, and a silver tie bar.

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What Makes the White Pocket Square Such a Powerful Accessory

For a good reason, the white pocket square is one of James Bond’s favorite accessories. Be it him dressed in strict black tie, or dressed more casually with sports coat sans tie, the simple white pocket square can be seen on every single one of the seven James Bond characters that have been hitting the big screens for over 50 years. Needless to say, it is an accessory that every man can benefit from. It is versatile, easy to pair, and suits any type of dress code and occasion. Because it is such an important accessory, we at Cheap-Neckties decided it would be about time to dedicate an entire post about this piece.

Styles & Fabrics
Most white pocket squares are made from fine silk, but other common fabrics are cotton and linen – two fabrics that give the accessory a somewhat more casual look compared to the more common shiny silk fabric. While the majority of white pocket squares are plain and pattern-less, there are some that feature intricate fabric weaves such as herringbone, pique, waffle-cone, and ribbs. Last but not least, pocket squares featuring a color contrasting boarder have becoming a big hit. They are excellent to add some color and contrast, while still keeping the look sleek and elegant.

Formal Combinations

The white pocket square has been accessorizing every single one of the seven James Bonds. Here Daniel Craig added this accessory to a black shawl collar tux and self-tied bow tie.

Eddie Redmayne knows what it means to dress in classic black tie. His black tux, black bow tie, and white dress shirt is highlighted thanks to the solid white silk pocket square. The “one-corner up” fold adds vertical height – creating the illusion of being just a bit taller than Mr Redmayne actually is.

Semi-formal & Business

The perfect example of how to wear a white pocket square for business. Here the pocket square is folded with the so-called “puff-fold”, which does appear a bit more casual compared the the rectangular folds. Also great is the combination of solid navy ribbed textured tie, with a striped shirt and pin-striped suit. Who said stripes on stripes clash? This is the perfect example that it does in fact work.

The white pocket square is not only a good option for dark colored suits. Here Daniel Grayson decided to use a so-called “Presidential fold” with his pocket square to accessorize is beige summer suit. The color complementing plaid patterned tie finishes off the perfect ensemble.

Casual Wear

Here is a perfect example that the white pocket square does not have to be worn with a necktie or bow tie. Here it is paired with charcoal colored slacks, white canvas sneakers, camel color V-neck sweater, and dark navy sports coat. Image Source: http://randomitus.tumblr.com

A truly great “smart-casual” look combining the white pocket square with a stone-gray herringbone patterned sports coat, navy check-patterned vest, white T-shirt, and dark washed jeans.

For more information, please also have a look at our How to Fold a Pocket Square tutorial.

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We Just Expanded Our Collection of Kids Ties (Ages 5-10)

A few weeks ago, right before Easter, we received many requests to expand our offering of kids neckties. Well, we listened to your feedback, and as of yesterday offer an additional dozen designs especially for kids. New are two-colored striped ties for kids which were previously only available as regular sized ties. Besides more kids ties, we also added the same styles as extra long ties as well – now anyone in your family can dress in matching neckties, regardless of height, age, or body type. Should you still not find the kids tie you imagined for your son to be wearing, then more will be coming soon. By late summer we will have added an additional 80 neckties especially for kids. Please note that our kids ties are self-tied and perfect for the ages 5 to 10.

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$10 Off Promo Codes – Valid Through May 3rd

If you like to get an even better deal on your next order with us, the coupon code below will be perfect for you. Enter the code below during checkout (right under your billing address) and $10 will be taken off from your order. Please note that a min. shopping cart value of $25 is needed for this code to work. That means you could get 5 neckties for as little as $15 each. That is $3 per tie! Happy shopping, and please note that this promo will expire in just 4 days (May 3rd).

$10 Off Code (exp. May 3rd):
FGH22Y

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Bold Tangerine Orange Ties – 3 Must Have Styles Along with Tips on How to Wear Them

Pantone’s color of the year for 2012, Tangerine Orange, remains in style for yet another year. While this infamous color corporation replaced Tangerine with Emerald as the color of the year for 2013, bright orange hues are still a heavy favorite among many neckwear designers. We at Cheap-Neckties just received three new ties that are a must have for anyone seeking a bold look for this spring and summer season. Read below on our favorite ways to to wear each piece.

It doesn’t get much brighter than this tangerine orange necktie. Neckwear designer Cantucci considers this part of their “basic” line. To us, the only thing “basic” is the solid and simple design. With this much color, no pattern is necessary to make a statement! We prefer wearing this tie with a classic white dress shirt and tan or light beige colored summer suit made from either cotton or linen.

If Cantucci’s bright tangerine orange tie is a bit too much color for your wardrobe, then this slightly more muted orange hued tie by Parsley Luxury Neckwear might be a good alternative. It looks excellent with all gray, navy, and tan suits. We suggest you showcase this piece with a light blue and white checkered shirt, and classic navy cotton suit.

If both pattern and color have to be bold and bright, then this is the tie for you. It is part of Cantucci’s graphic design collection that pairs prints from the 1950s with bright and modern colors. Made from finest Italian silks, this piece will be the nicest tie in your wardrobe. We guarantee it! If you can’t picture wearing this piece, then let us help you. We loved pairing this tie with a light blue shirt, solid stone-gray suit, and the matching pocket square.

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Add Panache with Patterned Polka Dots

It is easy to get muddled up in the everyday routines of business wear fashion. Essentially, we tend to stick to what we know which includes the usual characters: khaki chinos, light blue dress shirts, navy blue suits, black dress socks and basic dress shoes. While this is sure to get the job done -it lacks panache! We encourage you to step away from your comfort zone, embrace some current trends and punch things up with Polka Dots.  Mixing patterns can at first seem daunting, but here’s some full proof tricks of the trade that will make you look uber fashionable without having to over think anything.

The Monochromatic Aesthetic

Be the creator of a sophisticated ensemble that effortlessly mixes and matches patterns by staying monochromatic.  Opt for a navy blue pinstripe suit, a navy blue polka dot tie and balance it all out with a white button down dress shirt and a decorative white pocket square with a splash of purple.  This aesthetic is clean, sharp and full proof.

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The Black and White Equation

Nothing is as classic as the combination of black and white. Create chic looks that are captivating by simply sticking to black and white patterns. Start with a black and white gingham shirt, then a black and white polka dot tie teamed up with a herringbone suit, in you guessed it – black and white.

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The Retro Feel

A great way to add panache to a business get up is to layer in colorful polka dots.  This savvy and smart look combines a heavy wool blazer, a plaid patterned button down and a burgundy and white polka dot tie.  It looks sophisticated  and sharp for any and all business meetings.

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