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Graduation. Not sold on the tie. Any recommendations?

My suggestion might not be for you, but since you asked......Your light, bright, largely linen ensemble screams summer while the tie is a sedate, dark navy affair. I'd agree that its contribution to your look is marginal.

With the light colors being grey and a standout purple, I might look at a solid light blue tie. Blue is of course a constituent of purple and goes well with grey. If you go with a paler solid the contrast will be low enough that the pants can do the talking. Right now, I htink the very dark tie (with the pattern) and bright pants create competing high-ish contrasts.

Here's a very cheap option from the Tie Bar that is somewhere along the lines of what I might look at. There are higher quality options out there of course. See what you think.

 

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My suggestion might not be for you, but since you asked......Your light, bright, largely linen ensemble screams summer while the tie is a sedate, dark navy affair. I'd agree that its contribution to your look is marginal.

With the light colors being grey and a standout purple, I might look at a solid light blue tie. Blue is of course a constituent of purple and goes well with grey. If you go with a paler solid the contrast will be low enough that the pants can do the talking. Right now, I htink the very dark tie (with the pattern) and bright pants create competing high-ish contrasts.

Here's a very cheap option from the Tie Bar that is somewhere along the lines of what I might look at. There are higher quality options out there of course. See what you think.


Thank you for your thoughtful response.
 

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The weather is again lovely here in NYC - sunny, pleasantly warm with low humidity. I chose today's suit on the basis that I've not worn it in a long while, and I've always found this suit most comfortable to wear.

Suit - Brooks Brothers Regent model
Shirt - Tyrwhitt
Tie - Brooks Brothers
Cufflinks - The London Badge & Button Company
Pocket square - Robert Talbott
Shoes - Paul Stuart house brand
Face mask - New & Lingwood

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