Standard Tie Length

There are plenty of things to consider when selecting a tie for any occasion. Do you want silk or polyester? Red or blue? Solid or patterned? Wide or skinny? Of course, all of these factors are very important.

 

As we’ve discussed in the past, the color of your tie sends a strong message about you and your persona, and both the fabric and width of your tie are factors in how your tie knot will look as well as how smoothly it will lay. Another important factor that no man should overlook is the length of his tie.

 

Although tie length has varied slightly over the decades, this is the ground rule: The bottom of your tie should hit somewhere between the top and bottom of your belt. This is the best way to look tall, lean, and proportionate when wearing a tie. You should also always wear the tie with the front and back ends of it as equal as possible. Also, always wearing tie accessories is a good idea in order to keep the tie in place.

 

So, what happens if you bought an awesome tie that you love, and it is too long? Is all hope lost? Not necessarily. Here are some things you can do in order to make that beloved tie work for you:

Throw on a sweater or vest. A v-neck sweater or vest is an easy and nice looking way to conceal the length of a tie, while still revealing the knot.
Get it tailored. A good tailor can shorten a necktie for you for around 15 to 20 bucks.
Tie a larger knot. Because it takes up more of the tie’s fabric, tying a larger knot can help shorten the length of your tie.
Wear your tie military style. Tuck the whole tie into your shirt in between your second and third shirt buttons.
Clip on a tie bar. You can use this to give the tie a bit of ruffle and lift.

Some tips for buying ties in the correct length in the first place are:

If you are tall, shop in a big & tall men’s store. If you‘re 6′ 2″ or under, you can buy ties pretty much anywhere. If you are over this, you will probably need an extra long tie.
If you are short of stature, use the tips listed above. As an alternative, you can buy vintage ties. Ties from the 50s and 60s are typically shorter than ones today.
Consider having a tie custom made to your own specifications. Some companies that offer this service are Sam Hober, Drake’s of London and Tie Crafters.

Overall, if you have difficulty finding a tie that is the right length, opt for one that is a little on the long side rather than a little too short. This will still help to elongate your appearance, whereas a too short tie simply emphasizes your midsection. For your best look, remember to aim for a tie that hits the middle of your belt.

 

Author: Michael Taylor is a Marketing Manager at TIE SNUG. TIE SNUG eliminates continuous adjusting and makes wearing a tie more comfortable. Being concealed within your tie knot makes it perfect to wear to an interview. A slipping tie knot looks unprofessional, so be confident that you look your best with TIE SNUG. For more information or to make a purchase, please visit http://www.tiesnug.com.

Visit the Eldredge page on my blog for diagram instructions and other tips for wearing this knot: http://agreeordie.com/blog/musings/545-how-to-tie-a-necktie…
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