Thomas Pink Knit Tie

THE ASKMEN TAKE

The Thomas Pink knit black tie is made of 100% silk and features a satin ribbon in the inside neck that adds smoothness. Its fine knit construction and square-shaped bottom give it a modern look, one embraced by style icons like David Beckham. Overall, you’ll appreciate this refreshing take on a classic item.

UNIQUENESS

Ties may fall at the bottom of your shopping list, or simply be an afterthought, but the Thomas Pink knit tie is worth taking note of. Its lines and texture score high points because they instantly modernize an otherwise traditional item.

Opting for a knit construction subtly adds visual interest. For weekends spent in the city, pair it with a window-pane pattern shirt rolled up at the sleeves, straight-leg dark wash jeans, and top it off with a tweed flat cap. By mixing different patterns and textures, you’ll create that visual tension that makes an outfit feel modern. And don’t be misled by its square bottom, which may suggest an informal look. This tie can work equally well for your day job if you pair it with a solid oxford and flat-front trousers in similar tones.

DURABILITY

While there are no details especially unique to this knit tie, its durability justifies its price tag. The Thomas Pink knit tie is hand-sewn and made in Italy, speaking to its fine craftsmanship. It’s made of 100% silk, which is the basis of any quality tie.

It doesn’t get more safe or versatile than solid black, so you can expect to get a lot of wear out of this tie from season to season. Though its style may feel trendy, rest assured that this modern spin on a classic item is here to stay. The evolution of the tie generally moves at a glacier rate, so adding this piece to your wardrobe provides you with a fun and lasting alternative.

A word of caution: because of the tie’s slimmer shape, it should be kept in proportion to your build. Guys with wider or larger frames should bring along a friend for a second opinion. Finally, keep your lines in harmony: If you’re wearing a slimmer tie, keep the fit of your clothes on the slimmer side as well. Mixing those proportions will throw the look off balance.

Ralph Lauren Pocket Square

THE ASKMEN TAKE

This item appears in our Fall Fashion Preview 2009.

Deceptively simple, in 100% silk with white polka dots, the St. James pocket square from Ralph Lauren is perhaps one of the most versatile accessories you’ll acquire this fall. Made in Italy with a subtle yet visible logo, the craftsmanship and style alone are worth the price. If you're looking for that extra something special to reinvent your favorite suit jacket, then consider this pocket square; it has just enough sartorial punch to give your look some class this season. 

UNIQUENESS

OK, so a polka-dotted pocket square may not push the envelope in men’s fashion, but that’s not the point here. A pocket square is a classic accoutrement for any man, and as men the world over return to the basics of formal wear, Ralph Lauren's pocket square puts you in front of this growing trend. So, while you may not begin wearing a pocket square every day, you will want to have one just like this to reinvigorate your wardrobe -- or dress it up when need be.

DURABILITY

An Italian silk pocket square is not for the low-maintenance type as it must be dry-cleaned periodically. However, if you think you’re too young (or too cool) in your slim modern suit for the elegant aplomb the Ralph Lauren St. James pocket square will add to your look, then think again. Men’s fashion is always about the details, and if you opt for the blue St. James, its versatile color combination will allow you to wear it with suit jackets from brown to black, with window patterns to pinstripes.

Pakistani fashion is all about layered necklaces this winter

he layered necklace look is in fashion! Layering chains to achieve an extra thick and playful in style forever. Coco Chanel invented this look in the years 1940 and 1950, while Madonna reinvented the vibe in the early 80′s. It was fashionable then, and it’s as hip as you now like the look.

layered necklace

The Pakistani fashion chains have always been a top priority and help them make the big dress. A lot of layered chains in Pakistani fashion show, they are again fine strands or bold, thick ones, it’s the hottest item. Chunky beads in layered necklaces are very hot this season in the Pakistani fashion, and they come in all different colors! Hot, metallic layered necklaces are a must to have if you want a part of the Pakistani fashion. They go with metallic accessories in this season is inspired by fashion, the chains are so low! Pair a metallic layered necklace with a black dress and you are the fashion guru. Delicate jewelry chains are very feminine and they go with almost any outfit. Layered long necklaces – whether delicate golden strands or bold, thick strings of precious stones – are the accessory to have in the Pakistani fashion. If you could summarize the trend in Pakistani Neckwear for the upcoming fall season in two words would be “layered necklaces. No longer relegated to the status of accessories, the necklaces for this season comes from his Pakistani hideout and steal the show as headlines. If you love jewelry, this is the year to express yourself with your own statement wearing layered necklaces.