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Bows N' Ties

August 10, 2014

Pacific Weddings

While grooms may not get nearly as much attention as the bride, we can't forget about the guys and their style. While there isn't a lot of room to play with pattern and color for the suits and shirts, there are a ton of options when it comes to the guys' accessories. We turned to Hendrik Pohl, founder of menswear accessories shop Bows-N-Ties to recommend the most stylish summer wedding ties. Here are his 6 picks of ties and bow ties that will sure spruce up that suit:

#1: Pin Dot Bow Tie in Navy & Coral - $19.90
This classic navy bow tie with coral pin dots pairs perfectly with summer suits in off-white and navy. It also makes for a dapper choice when simply dressing up a vest and matching pants or suspenders sans jacket.

#2: Cotton Madras Bow Tie - $19.90
If you love the idea of a bow tie but want more color, then this cotton madras bow tie is your friend. It compliments all summer suits, particularly linen suits in beige or cream. It is also a great accessory for your southern seersucker jackets.

#3: Colorful Summer Stripes - $14.90
Sporting a cheerful combination of bright yellows, reds, pinks, and blues, this tie looks great with all classic suits in navy, gray, tan, and charcoal. My personal favorite combination consists of a blue linen suit, classic white shirt, and a pink colored pocket square that plays off the pink stripe on the tie.

#4: Pink & White Pencil Stripe - $18.90
A truly classic piece made from a shiny satin silk, this bright carnation pink tie with white stripes creates just the right amount of contrast. This tie looks best with a classic ensemble of a white shirt paired with suits in dark navy, tan, as well as any shade of gray.

#5: Geometric Print Skinny Tie - $14.90
What I love about this piece is play of formal colors with a trendy geometric print. Because this tie is made in skinny width, it looks superb in combination with fitted suits - preferably in charcoal, smoke gray, or formal black. Pair this piece with an elegant light silver pocket square and a silver tie bar for a truly sophisticated look.

#6: Summer Polka Dots in Key-Lime Green - $18.90
A trendy skinny tie with a playful polka dot pattern in cotton and silk blend is perfect for summer. This piece looks best paired with a fitted suit in navy or tan. I recommend wearing this tie with a vest, matching pants and no jacket.