Choosing the right tie

The availability in infinite numbers of colors, patterns and fabrics in a neck tie surely creates a state of confusion when it comes on choosing the right tie for the occasion. Always look for quality material and good construction when choosing a tie, and avoid anything that appears poorly crafted. The most common material in ties construction is silk, and for most it is considered the gold standard. Beware of cheap polyester impostors; polyester doesn't possess the same drape as silk, and tends to bear a high sheen that leaves an impression of poor quality. While choosing the right tie for the occasion, here are some tips which would refine your choice and make it easier for you.

The Solid Tie colors

A solid tie is easiest to match; one simply selects a tie that coordinates with one of the colors in the suit or shirt. However, within this simplicity lies the danger of over coordination.


These tie color combination with the shirts can save you from disasters and project a better styled image.
o Red- Accentuates overall outfit, combines well with almost any suit and shirt, especially great match for a darker suit and white, blue or gray dress shirts.
o Burgundy- Business classics. Good for almost any occasion.
o Blue- Also among the standard and most popular colors for neck ties. Lightens a darker suit and especially worn for receptions, networking events and similar circumstances.
o Navy- Business classics. Perfectly combines with all other colors. Perfect for various business occasions.
o Pink- Usually worn with white shirt. Good choice for spring summer. If not bright, still fine for formal events.
o Yellow, Green, Purple- good in spring and summer and/or with darker suit-shirt combination. Green ties are a perfect match for a classic white shirt.
o Brown- Considered being quite casual. Very hard to match with any other color. The best use for a tie of such color - a weekend or an informal gathering.
o Black- Worn with very conservative black suits.
o Grey or Silver- looks neat with a classic white dress shirt. Occasions for such a neck tie include birthday parties, cocktails, various celebrations and other event of the same nature. Grey ties can be worn at work too.

The Striped Tie

Equally classic is the men's stripe tie, which is easily matched with solid suits and shirts by selecting a stripe that complements. In the case of a patterned jacket, shirt, or both, the key is to maintain colors that complement and attend to diversity of scale. A finely pinstriped suit calls for a boldly striped tie, while a strong checked shirt would be better suited by a more subdued stripe.

The Plaid Tie

Harder to find, this choice of neckwear is a great way to embolden an otherwise plain outfit. Creating the illusion of dimension, this tie will draw attention to itself so do not pair it with an overpowering shirt. Look to pair this tie with solid colored suits and shirts. These ties look best in winters.

Dots, Paisley and Pattern tie

Small repeating pattern have become much more common over the years. If kept in good taste, avoiding flamboyant colors and designs, these ties can liven up any solid or striped suit. Such ties are matched to an ensemble by their primary color, with attention paid to avoiding secondary colors that visibly clash with the shirt and suit. As before, when the shirt, suit, or both are also patterned, the key is to maintain a difference in scale between the patterns.

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A new vision of Singhs to be kings!

Singhs are definitely king when it comes to dressing, the movie ‘Singh is king’ depicted this truly. Be it a village Singh, the dressing was entirely of a typical village sardar like a pathani kurta with a payjama or dhoti and the turban worn in a typical style. When the same class of people are shown internationally, the dressing transforms into well styled semi formals like coat, straight cut trouser and shirts with proper color combinations. The clothing carried rightly; also the style of wearing turban also appeared changed and clean. Keeping in mind the outlook of the ‘gangster’ the wardrobe was crisp and neat. Spotted colors like green turban with earthy colors check coat made a fantastic screen appeal. The movie carried the right dressing throughout, with situation, place and occasion. So definitely when it is about the right styling Singhs are kings!!

Are you in the right shoe?

Footwear adds as a great accessory and a necessary article for everyone. But are we really clear of what type of shoe are we into? There are various shoe kinds and SOS provides you a peep into the types of formal shoes which you can combine with your business dressing outfits.




Derby Shoes


Also known as Gibson shoe is a type of formal shoe characterized by shoelace eyelet tabs sown on top of vamp. Also referred to as ‘open lacing’ shoe. These are male shoe.

Oxford Shoes


A kind of derby shoe, oxford features round toes, usually with a cap and closed lacing. It is a type of ‘closed lacing shoe’. These are often referred to as ‘dressy’ types of shoes. These are both male and female shoe.

Brogue Shoes


A style of low- heeled shoe, traditionally characterized by multiple pieces, sturdy leather uppers with decorative perforations. Brogues were traditionally considered for casual footwear but now are also considered for semi formal wear. Originated from Scotland and Ireland, these shoes can also be found in canvas. These are also both male and female shoe.

Monk Shoes


It is a style of show with no lacing, closed with a buckle or strap. It is a moderate formal shoe, a main category of men’s shoe.

Mary Janes


A female strap shoe typically low healed, broad and rounded closed toe and a single-buckle strap across the ankle it comes in formal wear. Traditionally made of black patent leather, now also available in various other colors. Mary janes comes both in flat and heeled shoe type. The name comes from a comic character created by Richard Outcault for his comic strip, Buster Brown published in 1902.

Kitten heel shoe


A short and slender heel shoe it is an ideal for office wear. Introduced in late 1950s as formal fashion attire it is worn by women of all ages. It is a kind of stiletto heals despite of the height which is generally 5 centimeters or less in height.

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New Input

Glad to inform you all that School of styling has started a column "Personality of the month" on the website Schoolofstyling.com


This month we have posted profile and a complete interview of Mr. C Nagesh who is creative director of Van Heusen.

The interview is posted on the home page bottom L.H.S.


Would appreciate if you could read through the valuable discussion we had with Mr. Nagesh.

Pinch of Style!

The must haves for a stylish male corporate wardrobe

1. Fitted slim fit business suit
2. Contrasting formal tie
3. Formal waist coat
4. Shirts with stripes and checks.
5. Khakhi pants


The must haves for a stylish female corporate wardrobe
1. Formal skirt
2. Waist coat
3. Well fitted business suit
4. Knee length business dress
5. Formal Jacket


Add these articles to your wardrobe to add a pinch of style to your dressing!