What kind of collar goes with a bow tie

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I'm looking for the best type of collared shirt that suits a bow tie. Pictures are a plus! Men always have the opportunity to wear a bow tie: at a wedding, a gala, a party, a graduation party? Some wear it every day and love the elegance it exudes. For others it is a less light accessory and they prefer the tie. If you're here, it's because you probably have a few questions. Are you hesitant about style, materials, colours or patterns? Maybe you think it is reserved for tuxedos and other very chic outfits?

Do you want to learn how to match the bow tie to your clothes? Or do you simply want to get to know it better? Here are some tips on how to enhance your style with this timeless accessory. The bow tie, synonymous with chic and elegance, is making a big comeback at weddings. When a special occasion arises, a wedding bow tie is a good way to underline the occasion. However, simply wearing a bow tie does not immediately make you an elegant man. But if you follow a few rules, it will be a valuable ally.

Whether you choose a fly for a special occasion or to match a theme, a bow tie makes it easy to stand out from the crowd. With a great variety of shapes, colours, materials and patterns, the bow tie offers an excellent space for creativity.

In the collective imagination it is either chic or eccentric. In reality it is more nuanced and finds its place in different styles, from chic to preppy to casual chic.

Of course you can't always dress the way you want in everyday life, but the bow tie is a great accessory for those moments when you can choose more stylistic freedom. At the same time original because it is rarely worn and timeless in its form, the bow tie has everything to seduce.

Do you want to enhance your everyday style with a touch of elegance? Men's bow ties require some attention, but rest assured that they are easy to handle! This really has something different to the tie. The bow tie is an accessory that can be worn at any age and in all important moments of our lives. You can change it often and build a real collection or just wear it when the opportunity arises. It is relatively small, but immediately visible because it is placed directly under the face, so you have to choose it carefully.

Despite changing trends, it is still a synonym for masculine elegance. Generally prefer a formal men's shirt, although a casual shirt can also serve the purpose. As for the collars, some are perfectly fitting while others are strongly discouraged. Let's start with the ones to be avoided. Of course, shirts with stand-up collars, such as the mandarin collar, the band collar and shirts with reverse collars, are worn without accessories.

With the more classic collars, the cutaway collar should be avoided, as it is too wide open. It drowns out the fly in the gap that separates the two sides of the collar and does not reinforce it. Let us then talk about collars that are made for the bow tie. First of all the French collar, for example for a wedding in the country side, combine a shirt with a French collar with a Liberty bow tie, simply and effectively.

The shark collar, despite its large opening, works with large flies. The wing collar, which is often worn with a tuxedo, should be reserved for very chic occasions. The round collar, as above, is also an excellent choice. Its retro touch makes all the difference, and its rounded edges gently adapt to the bow tie.

Finally, the narrow collar is also a good choice and works perfectly with a slim bow tie. Be sure to think about the balance of patterns and colours. For the tie you can choose the same fabric as for the pocket square. However, it is elegant to choose a different pattern or a simple colour reproduction. For example, combine a green faux-plain bow tie with a green pocket square. In this case, the colour of the handkerchief will be slightly lighter and the polka dots will add originality but remain sober.

Other accessories such as socks or knee socks and cufflinks allow small colour memories. Suspenders can work with bow ties, especially at a wedding, but be sure to choose plain suspenders if you already have a design on your bow tie.

There are a few basic rules that you need to know in order to wear a bow tie properly. Like embedding strong patterns in solid colors. It is easiest to start with a white or light-coloured shirt. This enhances the bow tie and makes it a natural part of the outfit.

Several patterns can coexist in the same outfit, but this requires a certain amount of mastery. In fact, fashion is not a science, and you will gain confidence with experience. Your morphology plays a role in choosing the shape and size of your bow tie. Take the bow tie style quiz to get a personalized subscription built just for you, and keep your collection fresh all year long.

Check it out here. The next collar type is the spread collar also known as the spread collar or wide spread. A wide spread collar is just as the name implies This collar type is gaining popularity as male fashion continues to trend and can be worn with a traditional suit and tie. In fact, some wide spread collar are so spread apart they've been named cutaway collars as it looks like the collar has been "cut away".

There's a thin line between wearing a bow tie with a spread collar and wearing a bow tie with a cutaway collar, but given the fact that for both the collar should be sufficiently hidden behind the bow tie, both are probably okay choices. Personally, we love the spread collar for the bow tie. The points of the collars are completely tucked under the lapels of the suit jacket and allow the bow tie to be front and center with minimal distraction. Since the collar is wide enough to hide underneath the lapel of your jacket, there are no protruding points that break up the lines in, and around your bow tie.

The wide spread collar is highly recommended for the regular bow tie wearer. Again, if you want to opt for a really wide spread with almost no extended collar, then a bow tie with a cutaway collar is might be your best bet, but your mileage may vary.

The next collar style on our list is the button down. The button down collar can be considered a more "preppy" or "casual" style.

You wouldn't wear a button down collar to a formal event, but you could probably get away with a button down at a normal job. For bow ties, the button down collar falls in between a pointed collar and a spread collar. It's great that the buttons from the button down attempt to fasten the collar points down and hold the shirt in place, which hides the points behind the wings of the bow tie.

Occasionally, depending on the size of your particular bow tie, the wings may not be big enough to hide the points from the collar and they'll stick out. That being said, the recommendation is to only wear a button down with a bow tie if the buttons and collar points are hidden appropriately. If they aren't, it's not the end of the world, but it's not optimal style either. Picking a collar is an afterthought for most men. In fact, wearing a tie can be an afterthought for many men.

So what about a bow tie, you ask? Don't let a bow tie make the collar choice more confusing. Bow ties are making their way back into fashion and choosing the right collar to match your face and bow tie should not be daunting. There are many collars that can be worn with a bow tie. Here is a list of them. This is the standard collar. It's a good choice for any face shape as this is the jack-of-all-trades collar.

Walk into any business attire shop and you will find straight collars. It's the basic collar and a safe choice to pair with a bow tie.