The Art Of Craftsmanship

A great tie is a small feat of engineering, built from decisions most people never see.

The cut

Our ties are cut on the bias — at a 45-degree angle to the fabric's weave — so they hang straight and recover their shape after every knot. It's a technique that wastes more fabric than a straight cut, but it's the only way to get a tie that drapes properly.

The construction

Inside every tie is a wool or cotton interlining that gives it weight and structure without stiffness. Too little, and the tie feels flimsy; too much, and it won't knot cleanly. Getting that balance right takes years of practice.

The finish

Hand-rolled edges, a slip stitch that lets the tie flex with movement, and a keeper loop sewn exactly where it should sit — these are the details you feel before you notice them. They're also why a well-made tie can outlast almost anything else in a wardrobe.