Your Guide to Mad Men Style Neckties
Mad Men is not just a hit TV show on AMC, the fabulous vintage thin ties seen on the show are becoming a major trend in today’s fashion. The Mad Men television show takes place in the early 60’s when thin ties were at their hight. Now men’s magazines like Esquire have caught on to the fashion and even mens designers are watching the show for inspiration on vintage ties. If men want to master this classic look then try searching for authentic vintage 1950’s or 1960’s thin neckties.
The Best Time to Wear Narrow Ties:
Wearing Narrow or vintage neckties allow the person to dress up or down depending on the situation. The best thing is that everyone from young boys to executives are pulling off this look which gives them an instant cool edge.
For busy men, a patterned, sharp suit or patterned shirt can be paired with a solid classic mens ties. Wearing a skinny tie creates an impression of confidence and authority. Sometimes the classic skinny necktie has a subtle but special flourish half way up the tie which can bring a bit of interest to an otherwise boring business suit.
At a black tie occasion a thin necktie, combined with a classic black suit and white button down shirt is a look that never goes out of style. For a less formal style, a skinny necktie can also be combined with a cotton shirt and a vest. To create a fun and easy going look, push up the sleeves on a long sleeved shirt or go with short sleeves and add a striped or bold colored colored narrow necktie.
Though narrow ties look wonderful, their small size means they are just not the best look for bigger men. Buff, muscular men will feel more stylish with a normal width necktie. Also, the skinny necktie look is more in tune with younger men. To still get the look of the Mad Man television show, older men and more buff men can chose a necktie that is skinny, but a bit wider than the 2 inch ties typically worn as thin ties.
Pure silk neckties in pastel blues, muted grays, browns and greens pull off the vintage look that held court during the 1950’s and 1960’s. Of course, skinny neckties in plaid, featuring graphics, exciting reds, purples and oranges can also be worn. When going with a vivid necktie remember that the more bright the tie is, the more subdued the rest of the outfit should be, to keep from looking too busy.
Finding a Classic Narrow Necktie
Vintage clothes stores are a great place to look for classic ties. For vintage inspired looks, several fashion designers have offered styles inspired by Mad Men. Among them is fashion designer Michael Kors who has created an early 60s inspired line. Vintage neckties from the era can be acquired on the web as well. Narrow ties right from the 1950’s and 1960’s can be found with a google search.
