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Having assisted grooms with their wedding options since 2011 (and walking down the aisle ourselves over a decade ago), here is our oft-requested guide to wedding-appropriate neckties and pocket squares. We should qualify this post first by stating that we are not (not totally anyway) absolute suckers for tradition. Top hats, morning coats and strollers are great to admire in old Apparel Arts illustrations, but unless you have plenty of spare cash, lounge suits (a.k.a. business suits) that can be used after the occasion remain the most practical option.  The thrust behind our recommendations is simple - the bride should...

What makes a good pocket square? The finest silk, high quality printing, accurate cutting, and of course, nicely finished edges. Most reputable makers buy from the same few remaining silk printing companies in Macclesfield, England and Como, Italy, so the quality of silk fabric and printing, which can be done by silk screen or inkjet, is going to be fairly similar. Design is clearly subjective, and unique designs are certainly a great indicator that the maker cares - at least a little more. Assuming that everyone cuts their squares similarly well (we cut our pocket squares individually, by hand, but...

Picking a complementary pocket square for your outfit isn't rocket science!  For starters, a white linen pocket square in a TV fold works for just about everything. Like a good navy suit, a plain white pocket square is what we would suggest if you are new to building a wardrobe. We offer two white variants in a more textured, Irish linen, and a finer, whiter Italian linen/cotton blend for more formal occasions. Simplicity is, after all, the ultimate sophistication. A slightly less stark option would be a cream silk square, which softens the contrast and works well with warmer colours...

We’ve been making neckties with our own hands since 2011. Here’s our guide to picking a good one.  Fit is everythingNothing else matters if the necktie is too long or too short for you. A properly sized necktie ensures a proportionate knot size, and a deeply seated dimple that draws the attention to your face. Our neckties are custom made to your specifications, and you can find our guide to picking the right size here. Cut on the BiasA proper necktie should always be cut on the bias, which is tie talk for a 45 degree angle. Fabrics are woven...