Need Tie Style Tips?

Matching ties with shirts is an age-old dilemma. Well have no fear any longer... we are here to help!

We are starting a new feature on our blog called 'Questions and Answers'.

Need help matching shirt styles/colours with tie patterns/colours? Then email us with your questions and we will answer in our 'Questions and Answers' section, offering our advice and tips.

Of course it doesn't have to just be about shirt and tie matches any tie related queries you might have, we are here to help.

So do not hesitate, email us at sales@tiesplanet.com and you could be the star of our fantastic blog!

Smart/Casual? What's your view on ties?

The traditional image of ties has been associated with such people as politicians, newsreaders and lawyers. And whilst there is the odd cool person in those professions (think Ron Burgundy), the tie has been regarded as a ultra-smart accessory to get that professional appearance across.

However, skinny ties have been consistently popular now for such a length of time it would seem the tide is turning in the necktie world! Celebrities such as David Beckham and Justin Timberlake are rarely seen on a night out without a tie draped around their neck.

It isn't just skinny ties either. Fashionistas the world over are finding new ways of looking the business (if not for business). Take American actor, Penn Badgley for instance. The photo inset shows Badgley sporting a regular width tie tied loosely over a slim-fit white shirt.

So, what do you think? Do you still firmly consider ties the accessory of the business/professional world or are ties the coolest thing since ice cream?

Let us know your views below...

Obama Sworn In As 44th U.S. President

Today was Barack Obama's inauguration day and the 44th U.S. President chose to wear a patterned red tie for his big day. OK, it probably wasn't his greatest concern, but his choice of tie was always going to be the most pressing matter for us at Tiesplanet.com!

As promised we will be making regular reviews of Obama's ties during his time in office... and there is no better day to start than day one.

So what do we think of Barack's first presidential tie? We think it is a great start to his Presidency. Bold yet classy, modern yet refined.

8.5/10 for tie number one!

Think patterned red ties are the way forward? Why not try our Red Patterned Weave Tie?

Beckham Looking To Tie Up Future in Milan?

After making his AC Milan home debut in the San Siro on Saturday evening David Beckham looked like he was dressed to impress on Sunday.

Alongside other celebrities including Kelly Brook and Danny Cipriani, Beckham watched on in awe at the Emporio Armani Menswear Fashion Show in the former England captain's latest adopted city, Milan.

Beckham looked sharp in black suit, white shirt and narrow black tie. We can only speculate as to who he was trying to impress, but just maybe he is looking to secure a permanent move to the famous Milan club, where is he on loan until March.

Want Beckham's look? We can help with the tie at least... We have a slimline black tie available priced at £9.99.

Happy New Year!

Everyone at Tiesplanet.com would like to wish you all the best for 2009!

Study Finds Your Tie Does Matter!

You may think that your choice of tie doesn't matter, but as we have always proclaimed, it really does!

A recent study found that tie colours and designs are associated with certain types of people.

Read the full article from 7th November's Daily Mail here.


Get any colour of tie from Tiesplanet.com

Get Well Soon Buster!

Fans of Channel 4's The Paul O'Grady Show will have noticed Paul's sidekick Buster has been absent in recent weeks. The popular dog has been unwell, so Olga has deputised.

We are sure, just like us, that viewers would love to wish Buster all the best in his recovery. To help keep him in your thoughts we have a tie featuring dogs like Buster!

A great way for you to say, "Get well soon Buster!"