Ties, Bowties or Cravats

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I can't look at the pictures, Puffer. Anyway, I've been wondering if there were something to take the place of a four-in-hand tie when wearing a daywear jacket and five button waistcoat. Perhaps an ASCOT would work?

Ted, an ASCOT is, IMHO, is BEST worn as follows:

1. Casual = shirt ( short or long sleeve & either standard collar or button down) with an open collar ( NOTE _ The ASCOT is best worn under the shirt ) here is the idea http://www.elegantascot.com/silkpatterns.html
2. "Relaxed Day wear" & eve out = Add a Day wear Jacket ( Tweed, Crail, etc.)
3. A little more dressy look can be optained by adding a low cut casual vest

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