Spice up the Classic Charcoal-Gray Suit with One of These Ties

Unarguably, charcoal is the most popular and most common color on a mens suit. It is a color that is elegant, classy, and timeless. Because it is such a versatile color, it is typically the first suit a man will buy. Even though the charcoal colored dress suit is so common, it is anything but boring. Below are three tie choices that will add more spice and a fresh touch to the charcoal suit. For more information on each tie, please click on the picture.

The Bold Red Power Tie
Wearing a dark charcoal suit with a red tie instantly draws attention to the outfit. It is a perfect combination for those who want to get noticed but without adding too much obnoxious flash to the classic suit. The tie featured on the left is a perfect example. The color may be bright, but it is not too overpowering and too intense. The subtle striped pattern on this tie adds a nice texture to the fabric. It is a perfect tie for charcoal suits that are patternless, have checks, or a fine birds-eye pattern. The best dress shirts are either solid white or light blue. We also suggest you add a neatly folded white pocket square to this outfit.

Orange & Light Blue & Gray
This tie is a perfect choice for the spring and summer month. Even though this tie looks nice with many different suit colors, we like to match this tie with a light gray-blue dress shirt and a charcoal gray suit. This tie will add all the color you need. Unlike the bright red tie featured above, this orange tie adds a little more subtle color. It is perfect for those who want to show some fresh color but also appreciate a slightly understated ensemble. For more tips on how to match this tie, as well as to purchase this tie, please click on the picture on the left.


The Spring Look
Looking to wear the charcoal suit on a spring or summer day? Then this paisley patterned necktie in a light pastel yellow color will be a perfect accessory. The fine paisley pattern is combined with colors light yellow, lemon, and off-white. To match this tie we suggest a solid white dress shirt made from fine cotton twill, a solid charcoal gray suit, black dress shoes, and a folded light yellow pocket square - a look that will definitely turn heads anywhere you go.





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Neckties for the Fall Season

As summer is approaching its end, it is time to bring your fall and winter wardrobe out of storage. Besides thicker and warmer fabrics, colors are usually slightly darker, and patterns are stronger and more rugged. This is also true when it comes to neckties. While the spring calls for lighter and fresher colors, it is the darker and more muted color shades that dictate men's fall and winter tie fashion. Below are three excellent tie choices for this year's fall fashion.

Elegant Copper-Orange Silk Tie
A stunning necktie in copper-orange color. The subtle striped pattern on this tie adds a golden shimmer to this tie - perfect for the tie-wearer seeking a classic and elegant look of suit & tie. What is also great is that this tie is easy to match. The pattern will pair equally well with solid, striped, as well as check pattered dress shirt. Our favorite way to wear this tie for this year's fall season: Navy blue suit that is either solid, has fine birds eye pattern, or is a window pane check design. The best dress shirt for this suit and tie combination is the solid white dress shirt made from fine cotton twill. This tie is handmade from 100% silk. For more information on this tie, to see a larger image, and/or to buy this necktie please click on the image.

Bold Purple Paisley Tie
If you are looking to add more color during the fall season, then this purple paisley necktie will be just perfect for you. While lighter color shades of pink and lavender are better suited for spring and summer, this deep purple, almost eggplant, necktie is excellent for the fall season. What makes this tie so unique is the combination of a century old and traditional Paisley pattern with modern colors. This tie looks excellent when paired with suits in navy and gray. Our top choice outfit for this year's fall season: Medium-gray pin striped suit, classic white dress shirt, black dress shoes, and this bold purple paisley tie. You will guaranteed get plenty of compliments! For more matching tips on this tie, as well as to purchase this tie please click the picture on the left.

British Olive-Green Striped Tie
If the two suggestions above are still too bright and bold, then this British regimental tie will guaranteed be right for you. The olive green background color is decorated with a classic striped design in colors red, yellow-tan, and midnight-blue. This tie is also made from a fabric called Mogador. It is a fabric that blends fine cotton in the warp with delicate silk in the weft. This fabric mixture creates a stiffer feel and also adds a fine ribbed fabric texture - perfect for the royal British look! We like this tie most when worn with suits in navy or brown. For this year's fall season we suggest you pair this tie with a tweed sports coat in brownish color, gray flannel pants, and a white button down collar oxford cloth dress shirt. For more information on this tie please click the picture on the left.

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Dress Code for Ascots, Bolo Ties, and Other Anomalies

Every man knows the classic neck and bow ties. Whether the tie is skinny or wide, is pre-tied or self-tied, has stripes or an intricate paisley pattern - the idea and general look is the same. However, there are other types of neckwear found in mens fashion throughout the world. Below is a list of ties that are much less common in daily wear.

The Ascot
Nowadays, ascot ties are much less common. It is a type of neckwear that resembles a cross between a silk scarf and a classic necktie. When untied the ascot is much wider and shorter than a regular necktie. Also, instead of having one narrow, and one broad end, the ascot tie has two ends that are symmetrical and equal in size. The ascot originated during the end of the 19th century in England. The ascot was part of the required attire for the infamous British horse race "The Royal Ascot" - hence the name. Traditionally the ascot is worn with top hat and tails and is part of formal morning and/or daytime attire. Today the ascot is worn much more casual. Even though men still wear ascots with tailcoat jackets for formal daytime weddings for instance, it is most commonly worn in a much dressed down fashion. Modern ascots are tied much looser and resemble more of a tugged in scarf. While formal ascots are solid colored the more casual ascots show more color and patterns - such as paisleys or foulard.

The Neck-Slip
The neck slip is a hybrid between the regular necktie and the ascot. The neck-slip is worn very loosely and tucked into the dress shirt so that only the ring around the neck is visible. It is a great fashion accessory for the slightly older male. It looks great in combination with sports coat, blazer jacket, as well as with a classic smoking jacket.

The Bandana
The bandana is typically associated with cowboys and early railroad workers. It is the type of neckwear that is most associated with working class men than any other. Bandana's are usually made from cotton and were worn to protect the neck from the sun as well as to help absorb sweat. If you want to try wearing a bandana then we suggest to wear it with a cotton shirt and tug it into the shirt in a similar fashion as you would with the ascot.

The Bolo Tie
The bolo tie originated in Arizona in the mid 20th century. It is a decorative type of neckwear that consists of a braided leather string and an ornamental clasp. The bolo tie became the official tie of Arizona in 1971. It is usually worn with western wear such as tight denim jeans, cowboy boots, flannel shirt, western belt and belt buckle, and the cowboy hat.

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How to Match a Pink Dress Shirt with Suit and Tie

If you think that pink is not a color for men's business attire, then you may want to think again. Pink is a color that will add a fresh look to any shirt and suit, and if combined properly, is well suited for even a more conservative office environment. First of all, pink shirts and neckties should only be worn during the spring and summer - preferable also on a sunny day. Next, consider how conservative of an outfit you would like to create. Our example above is a perfect match for the slightly more traditional "suit & tie" wearer. The light rose-pink dress shirt adds subtle style to the conservative navy-blue suit. The narrow pink stripes in the dark blue tie perfectly bring the colors of shirt and suit together. It is a classic-elegant outfit that is perfect for spring and summer. The outfit is stylish, yet not too flashy.

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How to Match Striped Ties with a Striped Shirt

When combining different patterns on shirt, suit, and tie. It is easiest if the design-patterns vary on each clothing item. A good example: A suit with prince of Whales check pattern, a narrow striped dress shirt, and a necktie with larger paisley pattern. But how would you go about matching two or even three clothing pieces with the same pattern into one outfit? Well, even though it is a little more tricky it can be done. What is most important is that the patterns are different in size. The picture on the left is a perfect example. A solid navy-blue suit, is paired with a narrow white and blue striped dress shirt. Because the tie has a much wider diagonal striping pattern, shirt and tie are not "biting" into each other, but are a perfect compliment to one another. Also, have a look at the colors. The navy, burgundy, and white striped tie is a perfect match to the suit and shirt.

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Most Popular Formal Neckties

Are you looking for a classic black necktie to wear for a formal invitation? Every man will need a black tie in their wardrobe. But why spend much money on a tie you will only wear once or twice a year? At cheap-neckties we carry a large selection of black neckties in stock. Buy black neckties.

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To buy any of the black ties above, simply click on the image of the tie, add the tie to the shopping cart, and continue with checkout. We ship out daily and you will receive your new black tie within 3-4 business days.

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Tips to Match a Pocket Square

At Cheap Neckties we really made it easy for you to find the exact matching pocket squares for your bow ties. All our products have unique product numbers that are used to specify the exact color and pattern of the fabric. Simply look at the the product ID of the bow tie you like, add it to your shopping cart, and then go into our pocket square selection to find the matching color. If you are uncertain weather it is an exact match simply look at the pocket squares product ID. For example: The bow tie (JA24) will be an exact match to the pocket square (JA24T). It is this simple to find a matching bow tie and pocket square on our site.

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