Tie

Woven silk tie with a pointed end, plain or with a fine pattern: the tie for suit and poplin shirt. Solid navy or burgundy goes with white and light blue shirts and with any calm suit. The tip ends at about the belt buckle. More casual is the knit tie with a straight end.

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Related terms

  • Poplin shirtShirt made of poplin: smooth, dense and fine, with a collar that carries a tie, such as the wide-spread cutaway collar.
  • Knit tieKnitted tie, usually made of silk, with a straight end and visible texture.
  • SuitJacket and trousers made of the same fabric, usually smooth worsted wool, cut together and worn together.
  • BeltTailored trousers and chinos call for a narrow leather belt with a plain buckle.
  • ScarfA scarf made of cashmere or fine wool connects coat and knitwear.
  • BeanieKnitted cap, best made of merino or cashmere, ribbed and with a folded cuff.