Be a Mix-n-Match Pro

How do you match your shirt with the right tie? 

We hear this concern over and over again in the 9tailors studio. One client sighed wearily, "I can't buy any more checked shirts because I don't know what ties to match with it." Another felt defeated, claiming, "When in doubt, I just go with a solid white."  

What makes matching ties and shirts together a cause for anxiety for some is that it's seemingly more an art, rather than a science. However, we're here to show you a few guidelines to help you mix-n-match like a pro. (Psst...we had our graphic design whiz, Karly, put together this little cheat-sheet for you.)

Same rules apply when matching ties with your bow tie.

BONUS! Snap a photo of yourself trying one of these tips. Tag 9tailors and share on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter. Get $10.00 off your next 9tailors purchase.*

If you're still at a loss, you can always count on a 9tailors style expert to help you out! 

Need help with designing your best fitting shirt? Or, looking for pocket squares or bow ties with awesome prints? Email a Style Consultant at info@9tailors.com. 

*You must tag or share your photo with 9tailors. Then, show your Style Consultant at your next appointment! Offer expires 12:00PM EST 3/31/2014.

Floral Bow Ties and Floral Pocket Squares, Oh My!

The days are finally feeling warmer and the notion of Spring being around the corner is more of a reality than a fantasy. 

Transitioning your winter wardrobe to a spring wardrobe can be daunting for some, especially for those who don't have an extensive one. A simple way to start is with accessories, pocket squares and bow ties. Bow ties are more playful and evokes a lighter spirit than neck ties do. Neck ties can weigh an outfit down because it automatically draws attention downward. Bow ties draw attention upwards to your sparkling smile, ready and waiting to charm. 

Splashes of color and/or pattern brings darker winter solid colors to life without staying in dark colors or jumping head first into brighter colors before the weather is right. Start with the classics before you venture to bolder colors and patterns. Florals will always in fashion during the warmer seasons, it's how you wear it that will keep you in vogue. 

Our studio is getting ready for Spring with the help of new furniture and our little garden is blossoming...

9tailors Spring Floral Bow Ties & Pocket Squares

If you're not quite ready to experiment with bow ties, pocket squares are a safe bet. They are beautifully understated and changes the mood of your suit in an instant. 

Interested in trying on one of our new floral bow ties or pocket squares with your suit? Want help transitioning into spring? Need a lighter suit for warmer days coming? Contact a style consultant at info@9tailors.com 

oOotie's Bow Tying Event Tonight!

oOotie is not only fashionably forward with it's quirky designs but is generous. 10% of their net sales go to multiple charities based on the design. Their core collection go towards scholarships in technical fields like science and math. Their donations this past year included the One Fund program to aide the victims of the Boston Marathon Bombing and Push America, a program geared towards those with disabilities. 

Help them support their many causes and help yourself learn how to tie a bow tie. Join us tonight at our bow tie tying workshop from 5 - 8 PM in our Boston Showroom. 

24 School St

Suite 500

*2 bow ties will be given away during the event

*$25 off your next purchase of a custom shirt

source: oootie

Bow ties used to be thought of as something old fashioned and only the elder generation would wear as nostalgia from their prime. It was thought to only be seen during very formal black tie affairs, on scientists and professors. Now bow ties are sliding back into the spotlight and making a statement. A man who wears a bow tie now is distinguished and confident. It's not every man walking down the street that can throw on a bow tie over a button down and call it a day. It takes coordination and flare. Mixing and matching a bold pattern around your neck with the rest of your outfit takes coordination. Our style consultant, Karly, has created a cheat-sheet for those attending our event. 

Bow ties received a major push towards mainstream with the help of Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z when they paired up for their tours this past year. Don't let a bow tie be one of your problems. 

source: werdplai 

Interested in keeping up to date with our events? Want to know more about accessories or coordinating? Contact a style consultant info@9tailors.com

OoOTie Bow Tie - All Right, All Right, All Right.

Do you own a bow tie? If you don't, then you should. This timeless fad has come a long way! With all of the varying tie knots out there, this fashionable version will never go out of style. And with so many trendsetters coming to our studio, it was about time we ramp up our accessory selection. That's why we have launched OoOTie at 9tailors! The founders, Matthew Pearlson, Adrian Rodriguez, and Diego Torres-Palma put a modern twist on the classic item, but their looks are nothing short of extraordinarily hip.

And while many fellas don the bow tie for novelty purposes, it's a very fashion-forward accent to give your suit or shirt that extra oomph of awesome. Still unsure if you can get away with a bow tie? Check out the OoOTie App to browse and "try on" the fancy collar-wear from their collection!

“OoOtie’s app makes buying bow ties simple. Our collection is designed to work with your existing wardrobe, and we make it easy for men to understand where and how to wear a modern bow tie.” 

The patterns, available year round, can be sported within any season. Limited editions occur on occasion. And if you're an artist who has an idea for a bow tie, feel free to submit your creative ideas as  OoOTie  is always on the hunt for new inspirations.


Have some bow ties which need a proper shirt to go with? Email info@9tailors.com and make an appointment with a Style Consultant today for expert advice in color and pattern coordination, as well as lessons in tying a bow tie!

Wild and Washable

Continuing with our slew of wedding related posts, what about cummerbunds?  This waist covering can look tired, old, and yes, even you, gentleman, can look fat. But while searching for some redeeming qualities in this possibly antiquated accessory I stumbled upon High Cotton Ties.  This company has provided a shining ray of hope for the modern dandy.  Check out some of my favorites below.

Some fresh pairs for summer and spring events

Rich options that are suited for fall and winter

Not only are these fresh cummerbunds exciting and new, they're washable.  As most people have found out, your dry cleaning bill can eventually trump the cost of the clothes.  The brilliant designers behind High Cotton Ties have made sure that you can throw these in the wash and not cry when you find them in the dryer later.  Get the matching set, get them separately, or get them monogrammed.  They will be the talk of the ball.

Of course no accessory should upstage the tuxedo.  Get yourself a showstopping tux from 9tailors to compliment your new accessory.  Email a style consultant to get your look together at info@9taliors.com.  Don't forget that we cut wedding parties of 3 or more a 15% break on their purchase!

Look good (and feel good!) in a bow tie

Bow ties bring personality to any outfit. You’ll turn heads whether you’re wearing a brightly patterned bow tie or a simple black bow tie. And now there’s an even better reason to wear a bow tie proudly: BowTie Cause.

BowTie Cause is a non-profit organization founded by Dhani Jones, former NFL linebacker and University of Michigan alum. The organization partners with over 30 other organizations, like the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, throughout the country to promote awareness, encourage philanthropy and support the mission of these charities. Dhani started BowTie Cause because he wanted to find a way to support his close friend, Kunta, who had been diagnosed with lymphoma cancer. Kunta had been the one to tell Dhani that, “If you want to be anybody, you have to rock the bow tie.”

Photo courtesy of BowTie Cause

Dhani did just that, and he started getting others to follow in his footsteps by rocking the bowtie to support organizations with the mission to help others. Each BowTie is thoughtfully designed by Dhani Jones and made especially for each customer. Here are my two favorites paired with some fabrics from the 9tailors collection:

Mott Bow Tie

St. Vincent de Paul Bow Tie

Share with us what you think about bow ties, or better yet, bring yours in with you to 9tailors. We’ll help you rock your bow tie with a custom fitted shirt, tuxedo, or suit. To make an appointment, contact us at info@9tailors.com.