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DIY Bow Tie Project

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ability to make your own bow ties from scratch. Whether you’re looking 
to make the perfect Father’s Day gift, add a touch of DIY flair to your 
groomsman party, or showcase your own sartorial edge with quirky 
patterns and colors, this bow tie tutorial will show you everything you 
need to make your own customizable piece of neckwear. So dust off that 
old sewing machine and let’s get crafty! 

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Materials:</h2>

<img alt="DIY-bow-tie-tutorial" height="567" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/BOW-TIE-LIST.jpg" width="490" /> 

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<li>Sewing machine. If you don’t already have one you can rent one for cheap at your local sewing shop. Typical rates are $10-$20 a day. </li>
<li>Ironing Board</li>
<li>Iron</li>
<li> ¼ yard Pellon® interfacing with iron-on backing, which you can purchase <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Pellon-Decor-Bond-Fusible-Stabilizer/dp/B007VUOEYK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1402001268&sr=8-2&keywords=pellon+interfacing+809http://www.amazon.com/Pellon-Decor-Bond-Fusible-Stabilizer/dp/B007VUOEYK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1402001268&sr=8-2&keywords=pellon+interfacing+809" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. I used an 809 firm interfacing, but be sure not to go too firm or your bow tie will be impossible to turn inside out and tie. </li>
<li>Downloadable bow tie pattern. I’ve created a simple FREE pattern of a modern “butterfly” style bow tie, which you can <a href="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/DIY-Bow-Tie-Pattern.pdf" target="_blank">download here</a>. For a kid’s sized bow tie, ages 1 to 12 years old, <a href="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/Kids-Bow-Tie-Pattern.pdf" target="_blank">download here</a>. </li>
<li>¼ yard fabric of your choice. Cotton works best 
because it’s less slippery. More experienced sewers can experiment with 
silks and microfibers. </li>
<li>Scissors</li>
<li>Thread. Be sure to choose a color that matches your fabric. </li>
<li>Pins
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Step 1: The Pattern </h2>

Simply print out <a href="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/DIY-Bow-Tie-Pattern.pdf" target="_blank">this pattern</a>. Be sure not to scale the image before printing. A thick paper or cardstock works best. 

Cut the pattern out at your desired length according to the 
measurements indicated by the black lines. These lines indicate the 
wearer’s neck/collar size. Then tape the two pieces together so that you
 get a single piece that looks like this: 

<img alt="do-it-yourself-bow-tie-sewing-pattern" class="pinimg" height="327" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/bow-tie-1.jpg" width="490" /> 

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Step 2: Cutting and Ironing </h2>

For the best results, be sure to iron your fabric before cutting to 
get rid of any wrinkles that could cause air bubbles when applying the 
interfacing. Use the pattern to cut out 4 pieces from the fabric and 2 
pieces from the interfacing. 

<img alt="how-to-sew-a-bow-tie" class="pinimg" height="161" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/bow-tie-diy2.jpg" width="490" /> 

Pin the 2 interfacing pieces to the 2 fabric pieces and iron them together. 

<img alt="learn-to-make-your-own-bow-tie" class="pinimg" height="327" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/bow-tie-2.jpg" width="490" /> 

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Step 3: Sewing </h2>

At this point you should have 4 pattern pieces, 2 of them ironed to 
the interfacing and 2 without. Take 2 of the matching pieces, and sew 
the right sides together at the skinny ends, leaving a ¼ seam allowance.
 Repeat with the second pair of tie pieces. 

<img alt="sewing-a-bow-tie" class="pinimg" height="361" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/bow-tie-4.jpg" width="490" /> 

Now you should have 2 long bow tie pieces. Pin them on top of each other with the backside facing up. 

<img alt="bow-tie-making-instructions" class="pinimg" height="315" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/bow-tie-5.jpg" width="490" /> 

Using a ¼ seam allowance, sew around the perimeter of the tie. BE 
SURE TO LEAVE a gap of 3-4 inches open in the middle (as shown in the 
second picture below) so that you can turn the bow tie inside out when 
you’re finished. 

<img alt="sewing-a-mens-bow-tie-instructions" class="pinimg" height="538" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/bow-tie-diy-sewing.jpg" width="490" /> 

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Step 4: Turn it Inside-out</h2>

It’s almost time for the big reveal! But before turning it inside out
 you’ll want to clip the corners of your tie to ensure your bow has 
sharp points. 

<img alt="bow-tie-making-made-easy" class="pinimg" height="690" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/bow-tie-8.jpg" width="490" /> 

To turn the tie inside out, pinch the end of one side, separating the
 material, then use a stick to push the ends through the gap left in the
 middle. I used a knife sharpener we happened to have laying around the 
kitchen, but any stick-like object (that is not too pointy or sharp) 
will work. 

<img alt="DIY-bow-tie-tutorial-step-by-step" class="pinimg" height="553" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/bow-tie-pic.jpg" width="490" /> 

Do this to both sides, scrunching the fabric down the stick until you
 can pull it through like in the forth photo above. When you’re done you
 should get a wrinkly snake-looking blob that looks something like this:
 

<img alt="tips-for-sewing-a-bow-tie" class="pinimg" height="647" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/bow-tie-13.jpg" width="490" /> 

And viola, you’re done! The perfect bow tie! Just kidding. Now it’s 
time to iron your fabric blob. Use a pair of tweezers to pull out all of
 little crevices as you iron it out. 

<img alt="final-steps-bow-tie-making" class="pinimg" height="245" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/making-a-mens-bow-tie.jpg" width="490" /> 

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Step 5: Mind the Gap </h2>

We’re almost there! Now it’s time to sew up that gap you used to turn
 the tie inside out. For the best results, fold the edges ¼ inch inward 
and iron them flat. Then, sew the gap up using a matching thread. 

<img alt="sew-a-bow-tie-do-it-yourself-guide" class="pinimg" height="595" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/bow-tie-making-instructions.jpg" width="490" /> 

When you’re done, it should looks something like this: 

<img alt="learn-to-sew-your-own-bow-ties" class="pinimg" height="212" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/bow-tie-18.jpg" width="490" /> 

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Step 6: Your Finished! </h2>

Now tie it on and admire your masterpiece! For a guide to tying the perfect bow, check out my handy instructions on <a href="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/bowtie.html" target="_blank">tying a bow tie</a>. 

<img alt="home-made-bow-tie-DIY" class="pinimg" height="398" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/make-a-bow-tie/bow-tie-diy.jpg" width="490" /> 

I hope you had fun making your own bow tie. Do you have any tips or suggestions that help make even nicer bow ties?

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Necktie Accessories

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By the time your necktie collection is growing and 
when you are wearing ties on a more regular basis, you may want to think
 about getting yourself a necktie accessory to hold your tie in place at
 all times and prevent it from getting in your way when you eat, work or
 play.</div>

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Basically, there are five kinds of necktie accessories
 - tie bars, tie clips, tie tacks, tie chains and tie straps - made of 
different types of metals, including gold and silver, or plastics.</div>

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<img align="left" alt="Tie Bars" border="0" height="112" hspace="8" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/bar.gif" vspace="1" width="171" />The
 tie bar - also known as a tie slide - is a thin piece of metal that you
 slide across the middle part of your tie in order to attach your tie to
 your dress shirt.</div>

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As you can see on the left, tie bars come in all sorts
 of different shapes: There are the plain ones such as the first tie bar
 at the top, some oddly shaped ones such as the second one or even some 
really creative ones such as the fountain pen tie bar at the bottom.</div>

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<img align="left" alt="Tie Clips" border="0" height="112" hspace="8" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/clip.gif" vspace="1" width="171" />The
 tie clip - also known as a tie clasp - is very similar in use to the 
tie bar. Instead of sliding it across, though, you would clip it 
horizontally across your tie, thus attaching it to the dress shirt you 
are wearing.</div>

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Again, you have many different choices in regard to 
the shape, the length or the material that the tie clip is made of. 
Remember that the material you choose makes a great difference to the 
overall appearance of the tie clip.</div>

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<img align="left" alt="Tie Tack" border="0" height="112" hspace="8" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/tack.gif" vspace="1" width="171" />The tie tack is very different in form and function from both the tie bar and the tie clip.</div>

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As you can see on the picture on the left, a complete 
tie tack is made up of two different parts: The decorative part, the 
pin, on the left and the back, or base, with a chain attached to it on 
the right.</div>

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To don a tie tack, you have to remove the pin from its
 base, then pierce through the silk cloth of your tie, connect the base 
to the pin again and then slip the metal weight and chain through one of
 the button holes of your dress shirt.</div>

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Tie tacks, or rather their pins, come in many 
different forms, too. Instead of a colored stone up front, I have seen 
some more creative ones with police badges, flags or company logos.</div>

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Due to the permanent damage a tie tack does to your ties, I would like to caution its use, though.</div>

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Tie Chain</h5>

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<img align="left" alt="Tie Chain" border="0" height="112" hspace="8" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/chain.gif" vspace="1" width="171" />The tie chain is yet another tie restraining device to ensure that your tie remains in place at all times.</div>

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The fixed upper part of the tie chain, the bar, is 
hooked to one of the buttons of your dress shirt and then the tie is put
 through the chain's loop in such a fashion that the bar is hidden 
behind the tie and the chain is visible in the front.</div>

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Most tie chains are made of gold or silver and most 
often do not differ much in form or shape from the example shown on the 
left.</div>

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Tie Strap</h5>

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<img align="left" alt="Tie Strap" border="0" height="112" hspace="8" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/strap.gif" vspace="1" width="171" />The
 tie strap is a restraining device that was introduced relatively 
recently. It keeps your tie in place without restricting its vertical 
movement.</div>

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The tie strap works by slipping it through the label 
loop on the back of your tie and then by buttoning it onto your shirt 
buttons above and below the label loop.</div>

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Unlike the other tie accessories, this one is most 
often made from either cloth or transparent plastics, making it 
virtually invisible in the latter case.</div>

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Even though whatever type of necktie accessory you 
choose is eventually up to you, I would recommend using a tie bar or a 
tie strap. Why? Partly because they really do a wonderful job at holding
 your tie in place at all times but also because they do not do the kind
 of damage that a tie clip could possibly and a tie tack will definitely
 do to your tie. Moreover, a tie bar or a tie strap is also much lighter
 in weight than any tie chain I have come across.</div>

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Check out <a href="http://www.giftwagon.com/" target="_blank1" title="Giftwagon">Giftwagon's</a>
 great offers on necktie accessories if you are thinking about buying a 
tie bar, tie clip, tie tack or tie chain. Or pay a visit to <a href="http://www.tiealign.com/" target="_blank1" title="Tie Align">Tie Align</a> if you are interested in getting yourself a tie strap!</div>

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7 Popular Ways to Tie a Men's Scarf

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The scarf is a perfect cold weather accessory. Not only will it keep 
you warm on chilly days, but it will also open up many new possibilities
 to accessorize your looks. While there are hundreds of ways to tie a 
scarf, below are the 7 most popular techniques seen in menswear today. 
For more tips on how to wear, style, and match your scarf to your 
wardrobe, please check out my tips below this infographic:

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Which Style is Best?</h2>

Not sure which of the 7 scarf knots you should wear? Generally 
speaking, there is no right or wrong here. Simply, choose the style you 
like most. Also, keep in mind that the knots that require more elaborate
 wrappings and/or a longer drape will require a longer scarf. A good 
example here is the “Parisian Knot”. Last but not least, consider the 
formality of the event. Formal dress codes, such as black tie attire, 
are best accessorized with fine silk scarves worn with the simple and 
timeless “Drape” style.

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How to Fold a Pocket Squares - The 5 Most Popular Folds

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 Welcome to my pocket square folding guide. If you haven't tried 
accessorizing your suit, shirt, and tie with a pocket square then the 
seven reasons below should be convincing enough to give it a try:

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<li>A pocket square adds nice color and more live to suit, shirt, and tie.</li>
<li>The pocket square is a perfect complement to your necktie.</li>
<li>A pocket square instantly adds a touch of sophistication and elegance to your ensemble.</li>
<li>Using a pocket square allows you to "dress up" or "dress down" an outfit.</li>
<li>Best "bang for buck" accessory! - The pocket square earns you lots of style points for little money.</li>
<li>Expand your wardrobe - Wearing a pocket square gives the same suit a different look each day.</li>
<li>Last but not least, a pocket square allows you to add more personal style to an otherwise uniform looking outfit.</li>
</ol>
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Fold #1 - Classic, Sleek, & Elegant</h2>
This fold, also called "Presidential Fold", is one of the easiest 
ways to fold a pocket square. This fold is best for elegant attire 
ranging from formal business dress to <a href="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/black-tie-guide.html">black tie</a>. Typically a classic white pocket square made from silk or linen is used for this fold.

<img src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/knots/formal-pocket-square-fold.jpg" width="480" />
 Instructions:
 <ol>
<li>Lay the pocket square on a flat and clean surface.</li>
<li>Fold the pocket square in half.</li>
<li>Fold one side up. How much of the pocket square you fold in is depending on how deep your jacket's pocket is.</li>
<li>Tug the folded pocket square into your breast pocket so that about 1/4 of an inch is visible.</li>
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Fold #2 - One Tip Up</h2>
Another popular way to fold the pocket square is the triangular "one
 tip up" fold. It suits any type of pocket square and dress code. 
Personally, I like this fold with a solid colored, non-white, pocket 
square.

<img src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/knots/one-tip-up-pocket-square-fold.jpg" width="480" />
 Instructions:
 <ol>
<li>Start out by laying the pocket square on a flat surface.</li>
<li>Fold one corner in so that you get two overlapping triangles.</li>
<li>Fold one side of the triangle in.</li>
<li>Do the same on the opposite side.</li>
<li>Finally place the pocket square in your jacket's pocket.</li>
</ol>
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Fold #3 - Unique & Sophisticated</h2>
Looking for a somewhat different pocket square fold? Then this fold,
 sometimes also called "two tips up" fold might be perfect. It suits any
 pocket square color & pattern. Personally I choose this fold for 
patterned pocket squares accessorizing a casual-sleek outfit that is 
rather sophisticated than formal.

<img src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/knots/two-tips-up-pocket-square-fold.jpg" width="480" />
 Instructions:
 <ol>
<li>Place your pocket square on a clean & flat surface.</li>
<li>Fold one side over so that you get two triangles that overlap. I 
prefer the look of having one tip higher than the other (see 
illustration above).</li>
<li>Now fold one side in.</li>
<li>Do the same on the opposite side.</li>
<li>Place your folded pocket square in your breast pocket and you are already done.</li>
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Fold #4 - The Pocket Square Aficionado's Fold</h2>
This type of fold that is sometimes also called "three tips up" or 
"crown fold" is perfect for patterned and colored pocket squares. 
Although this fold would suit formal attire, I like it most with when 
paired with blazer jacket or sports coat.

<img src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/knots/crown-pocket-square-fold.jpg" width="480" />
 Instructions:
 <ol>
<li>Lay your pocket square on a flat surface.</li>
<li>Fold one side in so that you have the look of two triangles - creating two tips.</li>
<li>To create the third tip, fold in one side as shown in picture #3 above.</li>
<li>This step creates the base which will keep the pocket square in 
place. Fold in the opposite side and make sure to create a strong fold 
with the palm of your hand.</li>
<li>Place the folded pocket square into your pocket and you are done.</li>
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Fold #5 - The Casual Fold</h2>
This type of fold, sometimes also called "Puff fold", is ideal for a
 more casual-sleek outfit. It looks best when used for patterned pocket 
squares. I particularly choose this fold for pocket squares that have 
unique paisley patterns, tartan checks, and polka dots. This fold is 
less suited for formal attire.

<img src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/knots/casual-pocket-square-fold.jpg" width="480" />
 Instructions:
 <ol>
<li>Place the pocket square down flat.</li>
<li>Now pick up the pocket square by pinching it near the center.</li>
<li>Slide the hanky trough your other hand as shown in picture #3.</li>
<li>Now flip the pocket square upside down.</li>
<li>Finally tug the pocket square in your breast pocket. Don't over-think this fold, the fold should look casual and a bit uneven.</li>
</ol>
</div>

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Necktie Length

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As a general rule for all tie knots, the widest part 
of your tie should hang roughly at the same height as the upper edge of 
your leather belt, with the tie's tip extending slightly below it. The 
tip of the narrow end would then hang wherever it may.</div>

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If you run into problems trying to get the length 
right with either the Windsor Knot or the Half Windsor Knot, try to let 
the wide end hang down as far as possible in step 1 of the instructions 
for these knots, so that when you cross the wide end over the narrow 
end, you can barely hold on to the narrow end. That will give you more 
length once you have eventually tied the knot.</div>

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However, it might also be the case that you are using regular length ties when extra-long ties might be a better choice. Use my <a href="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/extralongties.html" title="Extra-Long Ties Calculator">extra-long ties calculator</a> to see whether regular-length or extra-long ties would be the best fit for you.</div>

 
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Tie Tips & Tricks

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After getting into the habit of wearing ties on a more
 regular basis, you will probably notice that they somehow seem to "wear
 off" a little bit. That may be due to improper care or things beyond 
your reach, for example, getting food or beverages spilled on your 
favorite tie.</div>

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That is why I wanted to give you a few suggestions as 
to how to take care of your tie to make sure that you will be able to 
wear and preserve it for quite some time to come!</div>

 
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How to Properly Untie Your Tie</h5>

 
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A very common mistake a beginner makes when learning 
how to tie a tie is that once you get that first knot done right, you 
would never even think about untying your tie at the end of the day. 
Instead, you would probably prefer to make the loop just big enough to 
pull your head out and hang the tied tie on a clothes hanger or over the
 back of a chair.</div>

 
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Unfortunately, that is the most damaging thing you 
could ever do to your tie. What you would rather want to do is to 
properly untie your tie.</div>

 
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However, this is where half the nation - yes, 
beginners and folks who have worn ties for quite some time alike - 
commit the second gravest sin when it comes to untying any tie. That is 
to just rip it off by the time you get home.</div>

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Paying a little attention is key here, though, as doing the opposite will definitely ruin your tie - rather sooner than later.</div>

 
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Instead of hastily tearing and yanking a tie from your
 neck, repeat all of the steps you followed to tie your tie but now do 
so in reverse order! Step #7 becomes #1, step #6 becomes #2 and so on...</div>

 
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While this process might not necessarily save you an 
extra minute each evening, it will definitely save you your precious tie
 and your hard-money that you would have to spend on new ties every 
couple of weeks.</div>

 
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Remember that as with all things precious, it is going the extra mile to make it last, to keep it coming, to keep happening!</div>

 
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How to Quickly Get Rid Of Tie Wrinkles</h5>

 
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After untying your tie, especially when your tie is 
made of thick and heavy silk, you will probably notice that there are 
wrinkles that make it look very worn and used - even though you have 
only worn that tie for only a couple of hours.</div>

 
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However, there is something you can do to get rid of 
that problem overnight. Basically, all you do is to wrap the tie around 
your hand, then put it onto a table or into a drawer and let it rest for
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1) Hold the narrow end of your tie 
with your thumb as shown on the picture above, while letting the wide 
end hang down to the floor.</div>

 
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2) Wrap the wide end around your hand several times.</div>

 
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3) Take the wrapped-up tie and place it on a flat surface.</div>

 
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You will see that after only a few hours all of the 
wrinkles will be gone and your tie looks as fresh and new as if you had 
just purchased it at a store!</div>

 
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By the way, wrapping up your ties is also great while 
on travel to prevent the ties from being damaged in a tightly-packed 
suitcase.</div>

 
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 To quickly get rid of tie wrinkles, hold the narrow end of 
your tie with your thumb, wrap the wide end around your hand and then 
place the wrapped-up tie on a flat surface for a couple of hours!"
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How to Treat Tie Stains</h5>

 
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One of the moments every tie-wearing guy worries about is to get food or beverages spilled on your favorite tie.</div>

 
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That is because chances are 9 out of 10 that that 
stain permanently ruins your tie as the majority of ties is made of 
silk, a very unforgiving type of cloth when it comes into contact with 
coffee, Coke or ketchup!</div>

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As silk is a very delicate material, applying 
stain-removers will only make matters worse. The only thing that I 
recommend you do is to take your stained tie to your local dry cleaner 
and ask them for help.</div>

 
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While dry-cleaning will remove the stain in most every
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your tie will be gone, too!</div>

 
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Therefore, really make every effort to protect your 
tie during meals, e.g., by covering it using a large napkin or removing 
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 Never treat tie stains with stain-remover! Instead, take the 
stained tie to your local dry cleaner and let them see to the problem. 
Keep in mind, though, that while dry-cleaning removes the stain it will 
also destroy your tie's shiny look and feel.
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Guide to White Tie Dress Code

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 <img alt="Mens White Tie Tailcoat" class="alignleft" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/mens-white-tie-tailcoat.jpg" />
 Are you lucky enough to be invited to an event requiring a white tie
 dress? Consider yourself lucky! White tie is the most formal of all 
dress codes and typically associated with presidential dinners, royal 
affairs, as well as state dinners and formal balls. It is a dress code 
that leaves little room for personal interpretation. Thus, it is 
imperative you follow a strict dress guideline. Below is all the 
information you need to know that will insure your attire is up to par.

<h2>
White Tie in Brief</h2>
In brief, white tie consists of a black tailcoat jacket, full white 
waistcoat, wing-tipped collared dress shirt, self-tied white bow tie, 
and patent leather dress shoes. Below I am discussing each clothing item
 in more detail, give tips on how to best wear it, and also discuss 
possible (if any) style variations you can choose from.

<h2>
The Tailcoat Jacket</h2>
White tie requires men to be dressed in a tailcoat jacket that is 
more specifically called evening dress coat. Typically the jacket is 
solid black in color although midnight blue has been considered an 
acceptable alternative since the 1920s. The jacket appears to have a 
double breasted cut but it is actually tailored in a way that it cannot 
be buttoned. Thus, excellent fit is key - making a trip to a tailor (or,
 should your budget allow, a bespoke tailored jacket) imperative when 
shopping or a tailcoat.

A well tailored tailcoat fits well on the shoulders, snugly hugs 
your torso, has a sleeve length that shows about 1/4 inch on your dress 
shirt's sleeves, rises up on your neck so that enough of the dress 
shirt's collar is showing but at the same time does not reveal the band 
of the bow tie, has a front that is just long enough to cover the 
waistcoat but does not reach below the waist, and finally has two tails 
that reach down to the knees.

Traditionally the classic tailcoat is made from finest worsted wool.
 When shopping for a waistcoat, have a look at the label which should 
read Super100 wool or higher. The number refers to the length of the 
individual wool fiber. The longer the fiber, the finer, and more 
expensive the fabric will be. The classic tailcoat has notched lapels 
and 6 buttons - both faced in finest satin.

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White Tie Trousers</h2>
<img alt="Formal Mens Trousers" class="alignleft" src="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/images/formal-mens-trousers.jpg" />
 Formal trousers must be made from the same fabric as the tailcoat. 
Because the front of the tailcoat has a higher rise it is important the 
trousers are cut with a high waistline. Formal trousers are never worn 
with belts but instead are held in place thanks to a perfectly tailored 
fit, adjustable concealed waistband, and back buttons used to attach 
suspenders.

Formal trousers can be straight cut or have pleated fronts - which 
style you choose is a question of personal preference although men with a
 larger waistline are advised to choose pleats that are more flattering 
to the larger body type. Finally white tie trousers have a silk trim 
that matches the lapel and button facings of the jacket. The trim 
consists of either one or two stripes that run along the outside to the 
trousers' seam. Also, formal white tie trousers don't have cuffs.

<h2>
White Tie Waistcoats</h2>
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 While there is little room for interpretation on a white tie 
ensemble, the waistcoat does give you some choices to add your own 
personal touch. The most important thing is proper fit. The waistcoat 
should be long enough to cover the trousers' waistline, but at the same 
time be short enough so that it does not reach below the tailcoat. In 
addition, the white tie waistcoat should have a deep V opening to reveal
 much of the formal dress shirt.

White tie waistcoats are typically white in color and made from 
cotton pique but off-white shades such as ivory and cream are also 
acceptable. You can choose between single and double breasted cuts. The 
single breasted waistcoat is secured with two buttons while the double 
breasted waistcoat uses four. Buttons are either faced in the same 
fabric as the waistcoat or made from mother of pearl. Most white tie 
waistcoats have an open back.

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Formal White Tie Dress Shirts</h2>
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 The right formal dress shirt is just as important as the tailcoat. 
The formal white tie shirt is always white in color and most commonly 
made from fine broadcloth fabric. Unlike <a href="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/black-tie-guide.html">black tie</a>
 dress shirts, the white tie shirt is minimal in decoration but it does 
have a bib-like (also known as bosom) front that has a stiffened cotton 
pique or fine linen facing.

The collar of the white tie shirt is a detachable wing-tip that has a
 rise ranging from 1 1/4 to 1 3/4 inches. (For more information on shirt
 collars I also suggest you read my <a href="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/blog/dressshirt-collar-guide/">dress shirt collar guide</a>.)
 High quality shirts have a loop sown to the back of the collar that is 
meant to keep the bow tie loop in place. Most common is the formal 
barrel cuff that is secured with mother of pearl cufflinks matching the 
button studs at the front of the dress shirt.

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The Right Bow Tie</h2>
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 The bow tie must be white in color and be made from cotton pique 
matching the fabric of the waistcoat. Only the self-tied bow tie is 
acceptable as pre-tied bow ties are considered tacky and insulting to 
the formal nature of white tie. Most common are batwing and butterfly 
bow ties. Keep in mind that the bow tie is worn outside of the wings of 
the collars. Need help in tying a bow tie? Then have a look at my 
tutorial about <a href="http://www.tie-a-tie.net/bowtie.html">How to Tie a Bow Tie</a>

<h2>
Proper Dress Shoes</h2>
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 Only the finest and most elegant footwear is suited for formal white
 tie dress. Thus, pumps made from fine and shiny patent leather are 
preferred. Most formal pumps are decorated with a silk grosgrain bow. 
Also acceptable are patent leather oxford lace-ups.

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Common White Tie Accessories</h2>
When dressing for a white tie invitation several accessory choices 
will be available to you. Below I am discussing all the popular white 
tie accessories.

<h3>
Cufflinks & Studs</h3>
Cufflinks and studs are not optional but a must have accessory. 
Typically the cufflinks, shirt's studs, and waistcoat buttons all match.
 Most popular are studs and cufflinks faced with genuine mother of 
pearl. Sterling silver, platinum, and white gold is the preferred metal.
 Yellow gold is almost never present on a white tie ensemble.

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Suspenders</h3>
Another required accessory are suspenders that are worn under the waistcoat. Traditionally suspenders are made from white silk.

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Top Hat</h3>
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 The top hat is either made from black silk or polished black beaver 
fur. You will be able to choose from a fixed as well as collapsible top 
hat. Most top hats are decorated with a silk grosgrain band running 
along the bottom of the brim.

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Boutonniere</h3>
The boutonniere is an optional accessory. Typically it is worn in 
place of a pocket square. Both, pocket square and boutonniere, are 
almost never worn on one outfit. The proper boutonniere must be white in
 color. Carnations and gardenias are the two acceptable choices.

<h3>
Pocket Square</h3>
The white linen pocket square is a popular formal accessory but it 
since most tailcoat jacket's do not have a breast pocket might not be an
 option after all.

<h3>
Dress Watch</h3>
If you choose to wear a timepiece (some consider it a Faux Pas to be
 checking the time during formal occasions), then the only acceptable 
choice would be a silver, platinum, or white-gold pocket watch that is 
attached to your waistcoat.

<h3>
Evening Gloves</h3>
White evening gloves have become rare at modern white tie functions.
 Should you choose to wear gloves with your white tie ensemble then make
 sure they are white in color and made from fine kidskin leather.

<h3>
Evening Scarf</h3>
The correct evening scarf is the same as the one worn at black tie 
functions. It is white or ivory in color and either made from silk or 
fine cashmere. The formal opera scarf has tassels on each end. It is 
worn loosely hanging down over each shoulder and is intended to be 
offered to your date during the opera's intermission.

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Dress code and Ties Guide to White Tie Dress Code

Are you lucky enough to be invited to an event requiring a white tie dress? Consider yourself lucky! White tie is the most formal of all dress codes and typically associated with presidential dinners, royal affairs, as well as state dinners …

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