A tie clip is a stylish men's accessory along with a watch, belt and cufflinks. A man who monitors his appearance is simply obliged to have things that emphasize his status. This useful accessory (except for the status indicator) is also a great helper.
Where did this accessory come from?
Historical facts indicate that the birth of clamps are obliged to the Chinese nobility. It was in China that the tradition was born of tying a silk scarf around the neck and pinning it with a pin. Then a neckerchief and a clip migrated to France. Here, as one would expect from French jewelers, the fashion for pins and clips began. French courtiers who loved chic and sparkle adorned their clothes with necklaces with lots of precious stones. The prices of these masterpieces were truly exorbitant, but nobles could not stop, therefore the beauty of the pins was striking in its pretentiousness.
English conciseness
The British saved the situation, famous for their restraint and refined taste. At the end of the 19th century, clips appeared in this country, very reminiscent in appearance of those models that are now widely used and are a triumph of male taste and style. The fact is that just at that very time, fashion designers offered narrow-necked models of English goldfinches, and with the help of a clip created from a metal plate bent in two, a narrow tie was fixed where it was supposed to be.
Benefits of wearing a tie clip
Using it, you will be protected from many troubles associated with the free movement of an unfixed element of your suit. Your favorite tie will not pinch a gust of draft in the metro door. You will not put it on a plate during a business lunch. If the wind suddenly rises, you don’t have to wave your arms, trying to catch the soared tie. In any unforeseen situation, it will be firmly fixed and will not give a "mouth" to your appearance, behavior and, accordingly, status.
How to wear a tie clip correctly?
Want to be stylish and look respectable? First of all, you need to get a good shirt and tie, things should be carefully ironed. Remember the little secrets of how to wear and wear this accessory:
- The most important thing you need to learn forever is that a tie clip cannot exceed the width of your tie. There should not be any bulging parts, as this will tell about your utter bad taste.
- The clip is not only worn directly on the tie itself: first of all, its task is to fasten the tie to the shirt.
- Count three buttons from the throat and, in the place where the gap is between the third and fourth, fasten the tie clip.
- We became the happy owner of a clamp with a chain and a ring fixed on this chain, but were confused and do not understand how to put on the clamp in this case? Remember: first of all, the ring is put on the button, and only then the shirt is fastened - the chain is securely fastened.
- Cufflinks and tie clip must be in the same style. However, a watch, bracelet and ring should also be ideally suited to your set. Accessories made of different precious metals, worn together, will ruin your reputation worse than a tie that has been bathed in soup. There is probably nothing worse than a business partner than noticing that your tie clip is silver, and your cufflinks or ring are made of gold.
- The accessory is worn evenly, parallel to the horizon. A rickety clip in a miserable attempt to stay on your tie looks untidy.
- Pull the tie up a little so that the almost imperceptible wave formed makes it comfortable to wear a shirt and tie fixed with a clip.
Three Types of Tie Clips Design
- Crocodile tie clip - the most popular model. Fastens a tie to a shirt according to the principle of an ordinary clothespin. Its lower part is equipped with teeth that allow you to best hold the tie. Such a fashionable element is a suitable model for a wide tie. He’s also good because he won’t ruin your expensive tie, making puffs on it and leaving ugly dents on it.
- Clamp without teeth (smooth). To some extent, he may not hold the tie so well, however, this kind of suits the so-called “tie-ribbons” in the best way. You need to use it carefully, especially when removing an accessory from a tie. If this model is created from cheap metals, it can leave marks in the place of contact with the materials of the shirt and the tie itself.
- Tie clip with chain and ring. The model is worn with fixation of the chain ring on the shirt button. This type of clip has a very small chance of accidental loss when sliding off your tie. You can purchase a clip with a large noticeable chain or vice versa, a less noticeable option. The manufacturer is trying to equip expensive tie clips with a chain for good purposes - so that you do not lose an expensive accessory.
Where could I buy?
Perhaps, before reading this article, you did not even suspect the importance of this jewelry, but now you are thinking about where to buy a status accessory. If we are talking about expensive models, then, for example, a gold tie clip can always be purchased at a jewelry store. Women should not forget about this gift option, especially when, on the eve of the holidays, you don’t know what to present to your beloved man. If you know the taste and style of your man, you can pick him a decent option. The silver tie option is also a great idea! It can also be found in any jewelry department. Watch the man you want to make happy with this fashion accessory. See what he prefers to wear, gold or silver?
Stylish hairpin for men's accessory
Perhaps you did not suspect that besides all the usual clips, there are also hair clips for ties. The accessory is designed like a pin and is attached to the tie with a puncture. If you chose a hairpin, remember that it should not be worn evenly, but with a slight slope. A slight negligence in this case does not spoil the overall impression of the man.
In conclusion, a few more tips
So, how to put on a tie clip? Some practical tips:
- If you intend to put on a vest under a jacket, then there is no need for a tie clip. The same applies when you wear a thin knit sweater.
- An inexpensive clamp does not need to be deliberately stick out for all to see - this is considered a bad manners. It’s better to hide it under a jacket.
- Do not use a tie clip for flashy colorful tones or with geometrically odd patterns.