Tie clips
Tie pins make it possible to wear a tie without necessarily wearing a jacket.Americans believe the pin should be placed low enough to be hidden by the jacket, if one is worn. As for the British, they prefer not to wear tie pins at all! The British are often right when it comes to men’s elegance, but they do not have a monopoly on the matter.
Men's tie clip - Workshop of elegance
The different tie clips
The tie clip can be slipped or pinched between the shirt and tie. The clips we offer at The Nines are slim size or regular size. The added value of a tie clip lies in the fact that it will reflect, just like a cufflink, your sense of style and enhance the other pieces of your look.
Whether you prefer to slide it or pinch it on your shirt, both types of clips have the same objective: ensuring that your tie maintains an impeccable hold at all times.
Color and finish
The first rule about the finish of your tie clip is that it should be similar to that of your other accessories, such as your watch, cufflinks or bracelets. For example, a gold tie clip will pair perfectly with gold cufflinks.
Handle colors sparingly. Indeed, certain colors that are more daring than others are difficult to match. Similarly, certain combinations of shades clash. On the other hand, other colors such as gold work with many combinations, for example with navy blue or burgundy. Finally, if you opt for a black tie, you'll have more matching possibilities.
Position and size
It's important to position the clip properly so that it adequately holds the tie. Too high, you'll crush the tie and it will tend to spread out. Too low, the clip will no longer be useful because your tie will have an irregular and altered shape. The place where your clip will be most useful for keeping your ties well positioned will be under the third button of your shirt, or even before the fourth button.
The tie should be wider than the clip because the reverse is not elegant. If you wear a slim tie, pair it with a slim clip. The same will apply for a wide tie. The clip generally measures between 2 and 7 cm. We recommend testing different clip sizes on the chosen tie, opt for the one that suits it best!
Match with the outfit
The tie clip works with any type of outfit. You can perfectly wear one in addition to a blazer or cardigan for example. Just make sure it's visible, or even enhanced if you wear a closed jacket, to always reinforce the elegance of your ensemble.
However, remember to match the type of tie clip with the tie material: a pinch tie clip should not be used to hold a wool tie in place for example, at the risk of damaging the knit.