If you are a high flying businessman you will know the importance of wearing a necktie to a meeting.
Believe it or not, the necktie you choose could be the thing that makes or breaks a deal.
Traditional conservative style is all about wearing good fitting clothes and accessorizing well.
So, why is it that a tie is such an important item in your wardrobe? Do you really need to wear a tie to the office or to that all important business meeting? The simple answer is, yes.
A person who wears a well knotted necktie to a meeting will create a great impression.
Someone who is well presented and has take care over their appearance can lead people to make positive conclusions about your business ethic.
Turn up without a tie and an open collar and those you are supposed to be meeting to secure a business deal might think you are untidy and therefore unorganized.
Can I wear cufflinks and a necktie? A definite yes in any well dressed mans book.
Match your cufflinks with you tie.
Make sure that you have a French style cuff sleeved shirt and you are well on your way to being the best dressed bloke in the office.
If you want to bring out a little of your personality then why not look for some themed cufflinks? You can also wear your cufflinks, tie and shirt with a smart fitted waistcoat.
Does it matter how I tied my necktie? Of course, not tying it well will again make people to make assumptions about your business ability.
If you can't tie a necktie well then how are you going to be able to organize this million dollar business deal? If you are not familiar with wearing a necktie then practice tying as many times as you can in front of a mirror until you get the technique off to a t.
Make sure that the thinner part of the tie is not longer than the fatter and don't leave a button undone at the collar.
In addition don't make your tie any longer so that it goes beyond the top of your trouser line.
I'm a woman; can I get away with wearing a necktie? Although many women are now wearing cufflinks in the office, the wearing of a necktie can be difficult for even the most fashion conscious of women to pull off.
You don't want to look like a waitress at a swish restaurant and you also don't want to look too harsh.
Replace the necktie with a neatly tied neck scarf that is far more subtle and you will look a million dollars.
Can I wear a bow tie or neck scarf instead of a necktie? This depends on whether you are a true follower of fashion and are confident enough to carry off such a look.
Bowties look fantastic with black tuxedos and great with waistcoats.
Skinny neck scarves are being worn with waistcoats and jeans and a white t-shirt to complete the perfect casual look.