A “regular tie” is about 3.5 inches wide. Wearing a slimmer tie lends a fashion-forward edge to a classic style.
It depends on the occasion, your attire, and how daring your fashion sense is.
For premium finish and feel. Silk is luxury: light weight and smooth.
Modern microfibers are spun as finely as silk, but with greater durability.
A true natural fabric. Perfect for a casual summer day with a twist.
Unmistakable texture and shape that makes a statement.
For bundling under the winter peacoat with scholastic sophistication.
56–58 inch ties will fit 90% of people. Don’t overthink it. Varying your knotting technique can easily transform a long/short tie into the perfect length.
Too long? | Too short? |
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People taller than 6 feet 3 inches (190 cm) usually prefer a lengthier tie. Stick with 58 inch ties and up for the right look.
Your tie bar should always be narrower than your tie. It’s that simple.
If your tie is: | Then wear this tie bar: |
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1.5" skinny tie | 1.25" tie bar |
1.75" – 2" skinny tie | 1.5" tie bar 1.75" tie bar |
2.25" – 3" skinny tie | 1.75" tie bar |
Most are 10 inches square, and some are 12 inches.
The size isn't really important though. Folding the square narrower or wider to fit your breast pocket is easy.