We were asked to offer a critical review on
current styles and future trends for silk neckties by Fibre2 fashion. So we got
to the core.
What are the elements of a good Necktie?
First of all, the proportions, blade width
and length, should be 85mm to 90mm x 1540 to 1560mm long. The chosen fabric
must incorporate a balance of colour pattern and texture. There is also the
quality of interlining. Many consider 100% wool to be best; however, it reacts
greatly with atmospheric changes absorbing moisture and can buckle your tie.
According to seasoned tie makers wool
blends are the best, they also recommend taffeta tipping instead of silk
because it adds weight to the end of ties so it will hang better.
What are the trends that are currently
in vogue in neckties?
The current trends vary from brand to
brand. There is a strong generic flavour inherent in most mainline brands;
stripes are the strongest and most popular, then there are polka dots, some
paisley and interesting geometric shapes, the colours, still blues and reds for
conservatism.
There’re very few floral silk ties on the market,
they too are generic, which sums up the current state of the market, everything
is pretty much the same. There is a large niche to filled and customers wanting
to buy, but few retailers are willing to take the gamble of being truly
different.
Where do you see the market for neckties
in the next 5 years?
Women’s fashion always has strong
influences on men’s fashion, only it is watered down to masculine acceptance.
Spring summer 2009 is going to be alive with floral’s for men and women. The
skinny tie has withered away and the traditional broader style is back in vogue
as always.
The next five years will see men making
more of their own choices of clothing style, especially accessories. The demand
for luxury, bespoke, handmade silk ties is steadily growing and helping keep a
long standing English weaving and manufacturing industry alive.
In keeping with Jean Patou and French
designer of the 1920’s who used women’s dress fabric material for his ties and
had them displayed next to women’s cosmetic sections. They were a huge hit, so
we took a leaf out of his book and thought it time for a return to floral ties
in the tradition of Jean Patou.
The brands to watch over the next five
years are Vivienne Westwood, Timothy Everest, Victoria Richards and Patrick
McMurray; they are true independent’s that set standards of style at both ends
of the scale.
What are the points that one should keep
in mind in choosing a necktie?
Firstly, the value is in the product not
the name. Depending on ones budget, feel for the weight of the tie, rub the
fabric gently between your fingers and you can judge quite easily the density
of silk and lining.
A well designed tie, apart from
construction, should contain the right balance of colour, pattern and texture
regardless of style type.
You can expect to pay about £45 and upwards
for a good quality tie handmade in England,
be ware of imitations and counterfeits, the internet is rife.
How much does a necktie contribute to
the style quotient of a person?
A silk tie is the epitome of male self
expression; it reflects his mood and character and brings a collection of
clothing together. In fact, rather than being classified as an accessory, it
becomes a central focal point for comment.
How has public attitude towards neckties
changed in the last decade?
In the fashion industry attitudes are
changing all the time, concurrent with fashion itself, there was the dress down
era, now we are returning to the dress up and dandy era, so as styles change so
do attitudes. Don't forget your cufflinks
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