What tartan to wear with a bow tie?

We have many a Grabatologist among our customers (a collector of ties in case you are unaware of the term) and with a choice of over 500 tartans you are spoilt for choice. Choose a bold tartan to make a statement with a dark or plain suit, or go for the full Scottish heritage looks with a tartan jacket to match your bow tie.

What is the biggest bow tie in the world?

The biggest bow tie in the world is 15ft long and 7ft tall and while we are tempted to try to make a tartan one to challenge this we will focus first of all on sharing a little bit of history about this quirky men’s accessory.

Where can I learn how to wear a tie or bow tie?

Join Monja & Niall on the ScotlandShop Sofa as they talk you through the history of ties & bow ties. They’ll showcase their favourite styles and you can learn how to wear your tie or bow tie correctly. Follow six simple steps to create the perfect tartan bow.

How many bow ties are pre-tied?

Today 78% of all bow ties produced are pre-tied, with only 22% of us prepared to learn the skill required to tie our own. We have many a Grabatologist among our customers (a collector of ties in case you are unaware of the term) and with a choice of over 500 tartans you are spoilt for choice.

Who invented the bow tie?

Again true to tradition it was the French who made them a stylish accessory in the XVIII and XIX century. Originally bow ties also required a level of skill and today we still sell lots of self tie bow ties and we even have a handy guide for you to follow if you fancy trying yourself.

What to wear with a tartan suit?

Choose a bold tartan to make a statement with a dark or plain suit, or go for the full Scottish heritage looks with a tartan jacket to match your bow tie. The bolder among us might even try clashing tartans, a favourite contrast is the yellow loud MacLeod Dress with the red Wallace Modern.