9 Tips on How To Match Your Tie, Suit and Shirt

6. Match your suit’s or shirt’s pattern with the tie’s pattern

It is important to match the patterns. Pick a pattern that completely compliments your outfit. For instance, if your shirt’s pattern is pronounced then you should go for a subtle tie. On the other hand, if your shirt is muted then your tie can be a bit flashy. You can try ties of different patterns. Go for a tie that has paisley, shapes, animals, rope patterns, workplace logos etc. Try some ties with dot patterns. Go for a tie with check pattern for a bold statement. You can however tone down such a tie with the help of solid colored shirts.

7. Pick a casual tie for casual dinners or dates

The right tie can help you to stay classy. Whenever you are in doubt, stay subtle with the rest of the outfit and let your tie be the focal point. Don’t pick a dressy tie for casual shirts. Casual shirts should not make you look ready for office or the annual director’s dinner. Go for a simple and classic tie over casual shirts. Make sure you pick simple but bold patterns to make the outfits interesting.

8. Pick ties with softer hues if you are wearing a black or navy blue suit

Grey and charcoal suits look best with bright colors. They also go well with pastels. You can easily lift a light grey suit’s look with a bold red, yellow or purple shirt. If you are wearing a brown or tan suit, then stick to the colors like ivory, cream, lemon or sage.

9. Pick the right tie for your vest

A vest can conceal almost 75% of your tie and this is not at all negative. A vest may enable you to look and feel like a gentleman. You can pick a dark three-piece navy suit and wear it with a white dress shirt. This combination instantly appears livelier when you wear a pink and blue paisley tie.