Blue Ties

Blue Ties are a gentleman's staple and a highly versatile option for a range of settings. Whether you are looking to dress dapper for an important presentation, wedding, or a smart-casual evening, a blue tie ensures you look dapper.

Matching Blue Tie Colors & Patterns

Pair your blue tie with a shirt that matches a secondary color in the tie for effortless coordination. A royal blue and pink silk tie, for example, works perfectly with a light pink shirt. Alternatively, white or grey shirts offer a classic look, while a light blue shirt creates a sophisticated, monochromatic ensemble. Please note that this only works with a sufficiently dark shade of blue tie, or you risk the dress shirt washing out the tie. 

Contrast in tonality is incredibly important – if in doubt, follow the golden rule of your tie being a shade darker than your dress shirt, and no where is this more important than with a monochromatic scheme, where you are pairing a darker blue tie with a lighter blue dress shirt.

When mixing patterns, prioritize contrast over variation, ensuring the pattern scale on the tie differs from the shirt. A bold, large-striped tie pairs best with a finely striped shirt for maximum visual impact.

Blue Ties For Formal Events & Work

Straddling the line between approachability and formality, blue ties pair best for daily work or an important presentation. We would, however, refrain from using them in an interview setting – we think navy ties, the standard bearer for formality, work best in the most professional of settings.  

Pair your blue tie with a crisp white or light blue shirt and a charcoal or navy suit for a polished look. Explore our collection for perfect pairings based on suit, shirt, and occasion.

Top choices include our slate blue foulards, royal blue geometrics, and medium blue abstract silk ties.

Blue Ties For Weddings, Dates & Evenings Out

A blue tie is a reliable, charismatic choice for special events, from weddings to dinner dates. For spring/summer weddings, embrace pastel or cornflower blue shades. For a refined, relaxed look, pair a textured sapphire blue tie with a smart blazer and a light pink shirt.

Use our filtered search to match ties directly with bridesmaid dress colors.

Blue Ties For Smart Casual

Pair a blue tie with casual options like chambray or linen shirts and chinos for a stylish look. For a more relaxed aesthetic, consider a blue knitted tie.

Seasonal Considerations For Blue Ties

Match your tie to the season to elevate your style. In spring/summer, light blue ties pair beautifully with lighter suits, including linen or cotton blends. In fall/winter, opt for a slate or steel blue tie to complement warmer, earthy tones like brown or olive tweed.

Accessorizing Blue Ties

Add distinction to your ensemble with a carefully chosen pocket square. Pair silk pocket squares with more formal attire, choosing contrasting patterns to ensure they don't exactly match the tie. For a more relaxed, textured look suitable for business or smart casual, opt for linen or cotton squares, which allow for complex, rigid folds.

Please feel free to view our stunning range of silk & linen pocket squares.

Type Of Tie Knot To Wear With Your Blue Tie

A Half or Full Windsor knot is recommended for formal, high-stakes environments, while a four-in-hand knot offers a perfect, slightly more casual aesthetic.