Knitted ties
Here, instead of being woven, silk threads are machine knitted. Silk ties, which were a particular favourite in the 1960s and 70s, have an understated and casual elegance. The undisputed master in this domain is Ascot, the German manufacturer and supplier to many prestigious stores.
Knit ties
The history of the knit tie
The knit tie appeared at the dawn of World War I, when silk was scarce. In the mid-1950s, the knit tie was highly popular, particularly in the United States where it was seen around the necks of major celebrities. It is made on a loom and usually ends horizontally with a slight ribbed edge. Narrower than the classic tie, it is now seen as a very modern accessory!
The main attribute of the knit tie: adding a touch of boldness and originality to your traditional outfits without appearing exaggerated! For a workday or an afterwork with your friends, the knit tie will have a notable impact on any look.
Wearing a tie can sometimes make an outfit too dressy for certain occasions. However, the knit tie has a flexible material which makes it easy to match with many other casual pieces. It will give you a style that is both polished but also slightly casual.
Its finely knitted material will make the ensemble detailed and unique. The texture won't leave you indifferent as the knit is very soft. Moreover, this type of tie has the advantage, unlike others, of being impossible to wrinkle. You can therefore take it anywhere without worry by simply rolling it up, while avoiding hanging it to prevent stretching.
Matching your knit tie
Knit ties are thick and offered in a narrow width, so you won't necessarily be able to tie these ties with the same type of knot as a satin tie, cotton tie, or even silk grenadine tie. We suggest opting for a thin knot like the simple knot. It will bring out the knit's reflections.
The simple knot requires choosing a shirt with a small collar opening like the French collar shirt, which you certainly have in your wardrobe, with narrower point spreads that better suit small knots. However, the cutaway collar shirt will not enhance this type of knot, it should be avoided when wearing a knit tie as the collar points are too spread apart.
Enhance a semi-casual ensemble by pairing a knit tie with a tweed jacket (or with a more raw heathered finish for example). The knit tie provides a textured aspect, so bring some flair to your wardrobe by pairing it with various patterns. This tie can be matched with cardigans as it's the perfect accessory for fall and winter. You can mix codes by knotting this tie with a denim shirt and playing with colors.