Men's bow ties: the statement accessory, and how to choose and wear one
The bow tie is the accessory that signals confident elegance, from the ceremonial dinner suit to an offbeat evening look. The Jerem men's bow ties collection offers jacquard, plain, floral and geometric micro-pattern styles, adjustable, and sometimes boxed with a matching pocket square. Here's how to choose one and wear it just right.
When should you wear a bow tie?
There are three main settings. Very formal ceremonies: dinner suit or black-tie wedding, where it is the essential accessory. Evening events and parties where you want to make a style statement. And as an offbeat touch for a confident smart casual look. It's an accessory that gets noticed: it's worn as a style choice, never by default.
Self-tie or adjustable bow tie: which should you choose?
A self-tie bow tie gives an authentic, slightly irregular look appreciated by those in the know. An adjustable bow tie (pre-tied, with an adjustable neckband) guarantees a neat, even result with no learning curve, practical and reliable. For beginners or for perfect regularity, the adjustable is the safe choice; tying one by hand can be mastered with a little practice.
What size and shape of bow tie?
A bow tie should stay in proportion: ideally, it should be no wider than your collar or your temples. Classic shapes (straight or rounded ends) are the most timeless. A bow tie that's too big looks like fancy dress; too small, and it gets lost. Understated sizing is the key to wearing one with elegance.
How do you match it with the rest of your outfit?
For a formal ceremony: a plain bow tie (often black with a dinner suit) or a subtle jacquard. To make a style statement: a floral or geometric pattern, coordinated with a pocket square but without the fully matching set that looks like a hire suit. The bow tie and matching pocket square gift box makes coordination easy. Keep the shirt understated when the bow tie is patterned.
How do you care for a bow tie?
As with a tie: untie it after wearing (never leave it knotted), and store it flat or hanging loosely. Silk and jacquard can be refreshed with gentle steam, never with a direct iron. Careful storage preserves the bow tie's shape and the fabric's lustre.
Why choose a Jerem bow tie?
The Jerem men's bow ties collection offers jacquard, plain and patterned styles, adjustable designs and gift boxes with a pocket square. For ceremonies or a bold style, pair it with our shirts, suits and accessories for polished elegance.
