Part 1:
The Materials

As we move into warmer spring weather, your wardrobe's conversion to lighter weight fabrics shouldn't stop at jackets, sweaters and trousers. Your neckwear should follow the same sartorial guidelines. Ditch the heavy wools and flannels. Prepare for the season accordingly with ties cut from cool cotton, linen and seersucker. Whether neutral solids, simple stripes or bold plaids, these delicate yet dapper ties pair perfectly with crisp spring and summer shirts.

Linen

Three-inch plaid tie, made from Italian linen by Pierrepont Hicks, $92

Navy linen 2-inch tie, made in the USA by Thom Browne, $175

Oxford tie, made from natural nubby linen by Altea of Milano, $44

Fabric Primer

Learn more about these spring/summer materials with our patented "60-Second Guides" to seersucker, madras and linen.

Cotton

Patchwork sun-faded madras 2-inch tie by David Hart, $120

Unwashed indigo-dyed "dot stripe" cotton tie by The Hill-Side, $79

Cotton gingham pattern ties, in seven colors by The Tie Bar, $15

Archival tablecloth pattern cotton tie by Gitman Brothers Vintage, $68

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The Materials

The lightweight neckwear to get you through to Labor Day.

 

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