Wednesday, January 28, 2009

How To Buy A Tie

By Victor Santerino

Knowing how to buy a suit is a great start to any career. However, it is just a start and a few other areas need to be addressed as well.

This article will give you a good idea of what to look for when purchasing a tie to wear. You will learn about materials, sizes, and styles you should look for when purchasing a tie.

The fabric of choice for a tie must always be silk. All other materials look poorly and will not hold up nearly as well as a carefully made silk tie.

Keep in mind that a tie should always extend to the top of the belt, but no further. Choose a length that can achieve this while keeping the front longer than the back.

The perfect width on a tie is around 4 to 3.5 inches in length. Variance between these widths are a matter of personal preference.

Resiliency is another matter to consider when purchasing a tie. The tie should have the ability to bounce back into shape after being twisted in your hand for a few seconds. If the tie cannot do this it will not hold up over an entire day.

Lastly, make sure you choose a pattern and color that will match well with the suits and shirts you plan on wearing. Although a tie might look great, it might not look great with the rest of your attire.

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