How to match a bow tie with a shirt
When choosing a bow tie to wear with a white shirt with a hidden placket, it is important to consider the material it is made from. The most formal bow ties are made from silk. The most elegant ones are completely plain, but if you want to add some character to your outfit, you can opt for a silk grenadine bow tie. It has a distinctive, three-dimensional texture that adds a touch of rustic charm.
The color of the bow tie is also a crucial factor.
For a bow tie worn with a tuxedo, only black is acceptable (regardless of the tuxedo’s color). However, with a suit, there is much more freedom. The situation is similar to that of a tie. The bow tie should complement the overall color scheme of the outfit and coordinate well with the color of the suit, pocket square, and cufflinks.
It is also worth remembering that a high-quality, elegant bow tie is always self-tied. Unlike a pre-tied bow tie (which is permanently stitched), it does not have a perfect shape, adding the effortless elegance so highly sought after by gentlemen.
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When matching a pocket square to a bow tie, the contrast method works great. For example, if the bow tie features large patterns, the pocket square should be plain or decorated with small patterns.
When it comes to color matching, a good starting point is the similarity method — pair a multicolored pocket square with a bow tie in one of the colors present in the pocket square.
One of the biggest and most common mistakes when matching a bow tie and a pocket square is choosing both accessories in the same pattern or color. Accessories should complement each other, but not in an obvious way.
Tuxedo shirt
A tuxedo shirt must be white. This color provides the highest level of formality and creates a beautiful contrast with the black tuxedo. The front of the shirt should have a hidden placket, which ensures that the buttons are not visible.
Another, more elegant solution is a shirt equipped with jewelry-style buttons, which are not permanently sewn onto the shirt. They are attached to the placket with buttonholes on both sides. Cufflink cuffs are the ideal choice for a tuxedo shirt.