Tie with a Prince Charlie

**creagdhubh** · 29th January 13, 06:42 AM

Originally Posted by Tobus

Yes, but it's also entirely possible that one day he will come to appreciate the proper rules of men's wear, and will then be embarrassed to look at his wedding photos. There are a lot of guys out there who got married in their kilts, not knowing (or not caring) if they were "doing it right", only to look back later and cringe at what they were wearing in their wedding photos. So for that reason, I'd really recommend being as correct and appropriate as possible.

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**Nik** · 29th January 13, 07:25 AM

Anyone can feel free to argue with me but I do think that if you were to wear a tie that same color as your shirt, that could look very snappy. It would blend in enough that most people might not even see it but when they do it's still studdle enough to be classy.

-Nik

**RockyR** · 29th January 13, 07:26 AM

Originally Posted by Tobus

Yes, but it's also entirely possible that one day he will come to appreciate the proper rules of men's wear, and will then be embarrassed to look at his wedding photos. There are a lot of guys out there who got married in their kilts, not knowing (or not caring) if they were "doing it right", only to look back later and cringe at what they were wearing in their wedding photos. So for that reason, I'd really recommend being as correct and appropriate as possible.

A BIG ***. I was going to post the exact same thing as it's the same advice I give to customers in the shop.

**RockyR** · 29th January 13, 07:30 AM

Originally Posted by Nik

Anyone can feel free to argue with me but I do think that if you were to wear a tie that same color as your shirt, that could look very snappy. It would blend in enough that most people might not even see it but when they do it's still studdle enough to be classy.

-Nik

I'll never say someone isn't entitled to an opinion, but I will disagree with you on the spelling of subtle.

**Chas** · 29th January 13, 07:44 AM

Originally Posted by Nik

Anyone can feel free to argue with me but I do think that if you were to wear a tie that same color as your shirt, that could look very snappy. It would blend in enough that most people might not even see it but when they do it's still studdle enough to be classy.

-Nik

Sorry Nik - cannot disagree more.

Apart from white Pique or Marcella shirt and tie combinations (white tie formal), I think that same coloured shirts & ties are just the opposite of classy.

Regards

Chas

**MacMillan of Rathdown** · 29th January 13, 07:48 AM

Originally Posted by Jock Scot

Would you wear a drop down tie with a tux? NO! The same answer for a PC is NO! Some , a few, wear the "ruche" style tie with the PC, but it does not look right. How about wearing a black barathea, silver buttoned argyll? A drop down tie goes well with that style of jacket.Just to give you an idea, an argyll as described above, being worn at a wedding as morning coat equivalent, which in fact, is its primary role in life.

Absolutely spot on, good advice....

Now Jock, about that XK 120....

**MacMillan of Rathdown** · 29th January 13, 07:53 AM

Originally Posted by Chas

One last little point, but the biggest overall. Are you intending on being an equal partner in your marriage? If yes, then you should really decide what tie you will wear.

Regards

Chas

Absolutely.

**sydnie7** · 29th January 13, 08:27 AM

And I wonder if the future bride has seen a real, hand-tied black silk bow tie (especially the larger styles) or is thinking of those dreadful small pre-tied waiter things? Perhaps a few pictures would help her see the difference, and how studly a fellow can look in the correct bow tie (surely there's something in the "1 kilt, 10 looks" thread or elsewhere here?).

I will say that I prefer a vest worn with bow tie vs. unbroken expanse of white shirt below it. I don't recall what Chas' list said about that, it being early here (for me) and just getting into my second cup of coffee!

**muirkirkca** · 29th January 13, 09:09 AM

Jock Scot's outfit looks very good in front of the red vintage Jaguar. Just the right degree of formality.

**Panache** · 29th January 13, 09:20 AM

Originally Posted by Jock Scot

Would you wear a drop down tie with a tux? NO! The same answer for a PC is NO! Some , a few, wear the "ruche" style tie with the PC, but it does not look right. How about wearing a black barathea, silver buttoned argyll? A drop down tie goes well with that style of jacket.Just to give you an idea, an argyll as described above, being worn at a wedding as morning coat equivalent, which in fact, is its primary role in life.

Forget about the tie! Jock tell us about that fantastic machine behind you! Is it yours?

Cheers

Jamie