How to choose your men's tie
The tie is the accessory that naturally accompanies the shirt. It dresses the collar, highlights the silhouette and brings that touch of distinction that makes all the difference. Plain, striped or patterned, it elegantly completes an outfit and reveals the care given to detail. At Café Coton, our ties are designed to naturally dialogue with our shirts, in the same concern for harmony, quality and elegance. Choosing a tie means, above all, finding the right balance between the fabric, the cut and the pattern. So many details that give it character and allow it to naturally complete a silhouette.
The fabric is what immediately gives a tie its personality. Silk seduces with its subtle sheen and elegant drape. Linen reveals a more natural texture, while wool brings more relief and depth. Each fabric expresses a different elegance, while dialoguing with the shirt it accompanies.
At Café Coton, our ties come in two widths. The classic version crosses the seasons with timeless elegance, while the slim version draws a more contemporary and sophisticated silhouette. Two interpretations of the same accessory, to choose according to your style and the desired look.
A plain tie remains a safe choice and pairs easily with any shirt. Polka dots bring a discreet touch of fantasy, stripes recall the great classics of the men's wardrobe. The key is to seek a balance between the shirt, the suit and the tie, without multiplying patterns.
Which tie for which occasion
The tie accompanies the moments that matter, but it also knows how to find its place in everyday life. Depending on the fabric, colour or pattern, it brings a different nuance to the silhouette and highlights the elegance of an outfit.
A silk tie, plain or adorned with a discreet pattern, naturally pairs with a white shirt and a well-cut suit. It brings that touch of elegance that makes all the difference, without diverting attention from the whole.
In a professional wardrobe, the tie asserts a polished look while remaining measured. Plain, polka-dot or striped models pair easily with a plain or fine-striped shirt, to compose a balanced silhouette.
How to tie and wear your tie
A beautiful tie reveals all its character when it is well tied and correctly adjusted. The choice of knot, like the length of the tie, contributes to the balance of the silhouette and naturally showcases the shirt collar.
The choice of knot depends above all on the collar of the shirt. A simple knot suits classic collars perfectly and accompanies most silhouettes with elegance. For an Italian collar, which is more open, a double knot or a half-Windsor bring more volume and naturally balance the opening of the collar.
A well-worn tie reaches belt level, the tip just grazing the buckle without going past it. This length preserves the harmony of the silhouette and highlights the whole outfit. A tie that is too short or too long breaks the proportions and needlessly draws the eye.
Café Coton craftsmanship
The quality of a tie is recognised as much by its fabric as by its origin. That is why our silk models are created in Como, Italy, a region recognised worldwide for its textile expertise and silk work. A rigour expressed in the richness of the weaves, the depth of the colours and the quality of the finishes.
Available in classic or slim cut, our ties are made of 100% silk and stand out for their printed lining, a discreet signature of this attention to detail. Pieces designed to naturally accompany our shirts and cross the seasons with the same elegance.
Because a beautiful tie is not only noticed for its pattern. It also stands out for the quality of its craftsmanship and the care given to every detail.