A No-brainer – Solid ties

The smallest, yet perfect accessory for any formal occasion. Other patterns can move in and out of fashion, depending on what designers are bringing to the market, but a solid colour tie remains immortal. Wearing a tie was a symbol of professionalism in the past and nothing has changed today in the formal sense, but a necktie is becoming more than just a business formal attachment. A well-chosen solid tie marks you as the debonair gentleman you are, or always want to be. A solid tie is the ‘certain something’ missing from a perfectly well-picked-out outfit.

Ties are the smallest quintessential accessory in a man’s office wardrobe. If we are talking about solid ties, they complete the appearance, add style and set you apart from the crowd. A solid tie does a lot more than just decorate your outfit: when people see you wearing a colourful, handmade silk tie, they’ll take notice of the fact that you are a man of taste.

There are various elements to consider while making the choice of what goes with what. Getting yourself a neckwear that is of the right proportion for your body and is of a colour and pattern that works well with your shirts is the first thing.

Now, how to determine the right solid tie width for you?

Just like anything else in fashion, it all comes down to what makes you feel confident and what you think looks good on you. To help make this decision right for you – read on for our tips on how to find the right tie width for you.

Tall & Slim

For all the tall men out there- Choose a solid tie that will flatter your proportions in order not appear lanky or disproportional. The length should depend on where it rests against one’s neckline - this may include above collar level at all times but could drop lower depending how high up someone gets his shirt buttoned. If you're looking to balance out your features, go with a solid tie that is on the wider side.

Slim men with an average height

As far as tie width is concerned, the most flattering (not necessarily the comfiest) range for you is 2" to 2.5". If you go for anything below or above that, it's going to make your body look disproportionate. The length matters more for men with such built since it's very easy to make your figure look bad with the wrong solid tie. Pro-tip - a narrower tie will draw attention to your torso while a wider one will overpower it.

Tall and bulky/muscular (or any variation of the above)

Last but not least, type 3 guys can also benefit from wider solid ties. Whether it's due to your body shape or your height. Pro-tip anything below 2.5" will make your figure look relatively smaller and anything above 3" will make you look less sleek.

Are you tying your tie with the same muscle memory you had at prom or graduation? That’s a sign to breakup. There is a shift in style when you leave the campus life and walk into the office. You may think that it is easy to put together the and tie combinations. Truth be told, a lot of men tend to underestimate this aspect of dressing up, and end up with funny-looking ensembles. If only, they’d paid more attention!

Well, you want solid ties which pair well with your clothing — not just look good by themselves, don’t you? Let’s help you out with some colour combination rules of solid ties.

Before we get into the complexities, let’s deal with the basics first. You can easily improvise on matching a basic solid shirt with the basic solid tie. Because this combination rates low on the risk quotient. Start by using contrasting colour combinations. For instance, if you’re wearing a white or a light-coloured shirt, pair it up with any solid-coloured tie. A dark blue tie with that colour scheme is a real trailblazer.

Another way to amp things up is matching your shirt and tie with a colour that belongs to the same family (analogous). Say, you’re wearing a solid light-blue shirt, try wearing a solid tie that is dark blue in colour with it, easy? Yes, this will leave you with some contrasting effect but at the same time, appear more up-to date and sophisticated.

With the right pattern and texture, a collection of silk solid ties is perfect for year-round wear. The most formal option is always a solid black tie, but variations can help sway your style from overtly formal. Other silk solid ties in vibrant colours and designs can be great for all occasions. Solid colours or minimal patterns are always a safer choice.

Avoid making the mistake of matching your shirts and ties in colours that are very similar. Wearing a combination like a light pink solid tie over a light blue shirt is a sign someone might call a fashion police. Additionally, say no to combinations where the tie and the shirt are of the same colour.

Practice makes a man perfect! Getting your sense of colour combination right is a matter of giving yourself time to find what works for you. There are several online colour matching tools that can help you find the hues and analogous colour for your shirts and ties.

What are solid ties?

Solid ties are dark coloured ties that compliment well with patterned shirts. Solid ties can be worn in sync with the colour, design or texture of patterned shirts. Solid ties such as blues and burgundies also go well with subtle, pastel shade shirts.

What ties are popular now?

Ties are default accessories for men inclined towards formal attires. Whether it is a video meet or an in-person board meet, popular ties that become a top pick are classic ties, solid ties, shiny silk tie, stripped tie, multi-coloured tie, cotton printed tie for a casual look and a velvet tie for a dressy look.

What is the standard tie length?

A standard length of the ties is 57 to 58 inches long. Those who are tall and looking for extra-long ties can try a length between 60-63 inches long.