How to Dress With Knitted and Painted Ties

Whether you've got a "knitted" tie with an intricate pattern woven into the fabric or a "painted" one with the design printed on top of the silk, wear it with the appropriate ensemble. Use these tips to coordinate the accessory to your shirt and suit for the best results.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Find a highlight color in your tie and match or coordinate it with your shirt, slacks or suit jacket. Although the tie's color should be darker than your shirt, steer clear of bright shades that will overpower the entire ensemble.

2. Select any coordinating solid or patterned tie when you're wearing a solid-colored suit or one with faint pinstripes. If the suit has noticeable stripes, opt for a solid tie or one with a subtle pattern.

3. Match the finish of your tie with the texture and finish of your shirt for a coordinated look. For example, pair a silk painted tie with a "shiny" dress shirt.

4. Choose a tie color or design that suits the atmosphere of the place or event you're attending. If you work in a conservative field, for example, leave the wild prints and bold plaids in your closet when you head to the office.

5. Wear a white shirt when you're having trouble matching your tie to a colored dress shirt or if you simply want the tie's design to be center stage. Select slacks in the same color family as the predominant shade in your tie.

Tips & Warnings

• If you're trying to match a tie to a short-sleeved button down or a casual multi-colored plaid, for example, consider a plain knit tie in a solid color.
• Achieve the best look by ensuring the bottom point of your tie hits just above your belt and that its width is about the same as your jacket's lapel.

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