Never mind the skinny ties you see around the necks of models on the runways, in fashion magazines or worn by celebrities in Hollywood. You know, the ones worn by Jude Law, Zac Efron and Brad Pitt. They are but the latest incarnation of what has been around for a very long time. Men wore narrow ties in the beginning of the 20^th century, in the 50’s, 60’s and 80’s, so it is no surprise that they would eventually return to the spotlight of the fashion world. But it is not about keeping up with fashion. It is about keeping up with the classics. When worn for the right reasons, men’s skinny neckwear will always be in style and not just a seasonal design statement.

The Skinny Black Tie

New and vintage thin and narrow ties come in an array of colors and patterns. Some look like slimmer versions of their standard width counterparts. Others might appear dated. But not the skinny black tie. The skinny black tie looks fabulous and will always look fabulous because it is a classic. And classics never go out of style. Some fashionistas maintain that the skinny black tie thing has been overdone and that they don’t belong as a fashion classic, but that simply isn’t the case. True, they have been embraced by the restaurant industry as a uniform standard, but that fact in itself only confirms their popularity. The key is moderation. And finding the right skinny black tie. Stay away from leather and stick with silk or polyester microfiber. Textured and jacquard fabrics add interest. Choose a width which complements your frame. Three inches is a safe bet. Skinny black ties look great when paired with a classic suit and button down shirt. The color black goes with everything, so experiment until you find the right combination. Just think about Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Peter Lawford and how sophisticated they looked in the 50’s. The same holds true today.

Because They Make Some People Always Look Good

Some men don’t look good in skinny ties. Large proportioned men have a hard time pulling off the skinny tie look. Their size only emphasizes the slim nature of the tie. The same goes for men with broad shoulders. That is not to say that they can’t appear to be wearing narrow ties. They just need to stay away from the super skinnies. A true skinny tie is no wider than three inches across, but 3 ¼ inches may do the trick for those of you who are fashion conscious.

Other men will always look good in skinny ties. In fact, men of smaller stature may actually look better wearing narrow ties over those of standard width because of their body type. Slender and youthful types look great in thin ties for the same reason big men don’t. It’s about proportion and getting it right. Take the time to figure out what type of men's neckties work best for you. If you can, start with the slimmest ties and go from there until you find a happy medium. Of course, the narrower the tie the trendier it may appear, so choosing ties around 3 inches wide will give you the most years of wear.

These are but some of the reasons skinny neckties continue to be popular today. In the right context and under the right circumstances, they are here to stay. Anyone interested in skinny black ties or unique skinny ties from the 50's can find them online when searching for "vintage skinny ties".

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