Craft · 30 September 2026
How a handmade silk tie is made, and how to recognise one
The parts of a handmade silk tie, the hand stitches that hold it together, and seven checks that separate a well-made tie from a machine-made one.
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THE JOURNAL
Notes on handmade accessories.
Guides to handmade silk ties, pocket squares, scarves and formal accessories: how they are made, how to judge quality, how to wear and care for them.
Fabric guide · 29 September 2026
Jacquard, dupioni and knitted silk ties: the differences explained
How jacquard, dupioni and knitted silk ties are made, what each looks and feels like, and which one suits business, weddings and relaxed tailoring.
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Style guide · 28 September 2026
Pocket square guide: silk, wool or ramie, size and hand-rolled edges
How to choose a pocket square by fabric, size and edge finish, how to match it with a tie, and the three folds worth knowing.
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Formal wear · 27 September 2026
Black tie accessories: bow tie, cummerbund, braces and socks
What to wear with a dinner jacket: self-tie or pre-tied bow tie, how a cummerbund is worn, why braces replace a belt, and which socks to choose.
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Care · 26 September 2026
How to care for silk ties, pocket squares and scarves
Practical care for silk ties and accessories: how to untie and store a tie, remove creases, deal with stains, and look after wool and ramie pieces.
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Wholesale · 25 September 2026
Buying ties and accessories wholesale: a guide for tailors and boutiques
How tailors, menswear shops and event buyers can build an accessories range: what to stock, how mixed-style wholesale orders work, and what to check first.
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