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Choosing the right tie color will help you make a statement, says the correspondent
When Joshua Blue, vice-principal of Kennedy School in Hong Kong, conducts a general meeting of students, he wears a pastel soft purple tie. The color, which is "bright and subdued at the same time," says Blue, allows him to keep students from getting bored while listening to him speak, he thinks. On the other hand, he avoids bright shades of purple and pink when going out to students.
"You should avoid too much bright colors so that children don't get distracted," says Joshua, 35.
It may seem like a magician's trick, but experts say that no matter the audience you're addressing - be it clients, employees or even children, choosing the right tie color will help you convey exactly what you want.
“Colors send very specific messages,” says David Zayla, New York-based author of The Color of Your Style. “The same suit looks different with different colored ties, each of which has its own effect and effect on others.” special meaning."
Wondering what color tie to wear for your next meeting? Then here are some tips on how to choose the perfect color for every occasion.
Almighty Red
It's no coincidence that many politicians wear red ties with light shirts and dark suits.
Illustration copyright Getty Image caption JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon likes to wear a red tie to public appearances.“A red tie is a symbol of power,” says American clothing trends analyst Mark Woodman. “There is something about red that evokes the concepts of strength and passion.”
The shade of red also matters. Darker shades, such as wine red (aka burgundy), help establish trust. Ties in light shades of red and pink are more likely to be perceived as a declaration of one’s own style and are associated with the creative inclinations of the owner. In modern times, a pink tie can signal "solidarity with women," Woodman adds.
Illustration copyright Getty Image caption Vladimir Putin wore a speckled burgundy tie to a meeting in MinskWhen you're taking the lead on a project or want to communicate your ambition, think bright red. A tie in a matte shade of red (or a patterned one) will communicate your strength in a more subtle way.
Royal purple
Ross Znavor, a financial services executive in New York, prefers to wear purple rather than red to business meetings. The color purple, he believes, shows self-confidence and helps create a lasting first impression about yourself to your interlocutor.
A tie in a different color shows clients that the other person is “confident and that he is the right person to build a relationship with,” Znavor explains.
Illustration copyright Getty Image caption Arnold Schwarzenegger likes to experiment with the color of his tie: here he is in purpleThe color purple, says Eve Roth Lindsey from Hong Kong, a consultant on the use of colors and creating your own unique image, has traditionally been a sign of royal dignity and wealth. It is becoming increasingly acceptable in the workplace too.
"Men wear light purple shirts and darker purple ties," Lindsay says. Choose one of these shades if you want to stand out from the crowd with a slightly more catchy appearance, which, at the same time, will not repel you.
Black intrigue
Even if you don't regularly wear them to business meetings, choosing black tie for a cocktail or dinner party will highlight your sophisticated taste, says Zayla.
However, keep in mind that the official black color can be provocative and excessive in many situations. "Avoid him if 'being your guy' at work is a prerequisite for moving up the career ladder," warns Zayla.
Illustration copyright Getty Image caption Leonardo DiCaprio (do you recognize it?) loves to dress in blackIt often makes more sense to choose shades of gray, Woodman adds. A gray tie will give you a more sophisticated look without being too pretentious, recommends Woodman.
"Gray is quite energetic and can look very modern," he says. To jazz up a gray tie, pair it with a light, pastel-colored shirt. Choose light shades of gray and glossy fabrics to add real polish to your look.
Shades of the garden
The color green can have different meanings, from a symbol of rebirth to the color of money in some countries. However, surprisingly, it may be too flashy for everyday wear at work.
Illustration copyright Getty Image caption Are you saying green is too flashy? Terminator loves this color“How do you want to be remembered – by the color of your tie or by your personality?” asks Woodman. Choosing the right shade of green is not an easy task. Bright green is very distracting, and it is also difficult to match suits and shirts with. However, a light green tie with a subtle pattern can go well with a neutral-colored shirt.
Yellow is the traditional color for ties in some countries, including England. It conveys confidence, warmth and a zest for life, Woodman says.
Yellow ties will make you more approachable to your colleagues, as this color symbolizes the sun. For many, wearing a yellow tie is "an opportunity to demonstrate optimism and a positive outlook on life," adds Eve Roth Lindsay.
Beware, however, of making a cultural mistake in your choice of color. For example, in India, a yellow tie can indicate that the wearer is engaged in trade, says Zaila. White tie in China means mourning.
Fifty shades... of blue
Worried about sending the wrong message with the color of your tie? Then consider choosing blue as a color that suits all occasions.
Illustration copyright Getty Image caption The President of the United States and the Prime Minister of Japan wore blue ties to this meeting. Well, there are enough stripes with specksBlue ties are a good investment because the color reminds people of the sky and ocean, which have a calming effect, Lindsay says.
“Blue is the most reliable color,” she says.
Blue ties with a pattern are a classic sign of professional affiliation. They can be worn anywhere in a business environment without the risk of sending the wrong message to others. Baby blue will help you look "soft and thoughtful," while cobalt or royal blue will give you just the right amount of pop, she says. "Dark shades of blue are reminiscent of highly respected pilot uniforms. Navy blue is a color that inspires confidence and gives us confidence," says Lindsay. (Termnavyblueor "naval blue" means a very dark blue color that was adopted by the British Royal Navy in the middleXVIIIcentury. The original color of the British navy uniform was calledmarineblue, which simply means "sea". – Ed.)
Become one with nature
"A looser wardrobe of friendly colors like beige, brown and earthy tones (salmon and yellow) is best for those who constantly deal with people, such as retail workers, service workers or teachers," explains Lindsay.
Make sure your brown tie doesn't look too plain, as it can indicate the wearer's dull personality.
Illustration copyright Getty Image caption Actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau looks homely and approachable in a golden brown tieA beige tie may seem too loose, she says. Avoid wearing earth-colored ties with matching shirts. And if you want to get a promotion or stand out in the workplace, avoid these colors altogether.
You need to choose the color of your tie carefully, knowing all the tricks. We talked to experts and found out what this clothing accessory can tell about its owner, and how to create the right impression about yourself
Actor George Clooney. Photo: Alessandro Bianchi/Reuters
It doesn’t matter what situation you are in: communicating with colleagues, attending an important meeting or at a special event - the right color of tie will convey to your interlocutor your true motives. The same suit will look different with ties of different colors: each of them carries a certain message and has an impact on others. This is why politicians pay image makers tens of thousands of dollars to find them “the right” color.
Blue is the color of business. Soft blue will speak of your kind soul and thoughtfulness. Blue with pearlescent tints is the inner state of victory, diligence, the color of a working person. It also reminds you of the ocean and sky, relaxing your interlocutor. At the same time, blue is the most reliable color. Maybe that's why George Clooney chose a dark blue speckled tie for his wedding in Venice?
Burgundy shades are preferred by politicians. Red is the color of power, but at the same time aggression and perseverance. Darker shades of these colors help establish trust.
Russian President Vladimir Putin. Photo: Alexey Druzhinin/TASS
Green color reflects youth, perseverance, it is also the color of envy and, of course, the color of money. Arnold Schwarzenegger loves to experiment with tie colors.
Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger. Photo: Mario Anzuoni/Reuters
Black color creates intrigue. It emphasizes refined taste and speaks of the presence of style. However, it should be avoided when you need to be “your guy” in a company or among colleagues - other colors are suitable here. You can make a big mistake when choosing the color of a tie. For example, if in many countries the color of mourning is black, in China in this case they wear a white tie. Leonardo DiCaprio chose a shade of silver, which is typical for a special event.
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio. Photo: Fred Prouser/Reuters
As some experts note, the yellow color of a tie conveys love of life and cordiality and inspires optimism. Vladimir Volfovich always wears brightly colored ties, and lately he has been using a bow tie, notes style expert Ilya Miftakhov. This means that the inner mood is always seething, the character is restless, subject to emotional outbursts. Zhirinovsky always dresses in contrasting colors - for example, red jackets. Even at work in the State Duma, when he uses calmer pastel colors, there will still be something bright in his image: a bright handkerchief in his jacket pocket, or bright elements in a tie, notes Ilya Miftakhov.
Ilya Miftakhov ESTEL PROFESSIONAL, leading stylist of Russian Fashion Week in Moscow“Our politicians love dark and solid colors. For example, Vladimir Putin is more of a right-brain person, everything is clear to him, and accordingly, the tones of his tie are usually monochromatic. Dmitry Medvedev is more left-hemisphere - he often sits on social networks and posts photos on Instagram. Accordingly, his ties and shirts are more frivolous: they have stripes and polka dots. All this speaks about the inner world of a person.”
Politician Vladimir Zhirinovsky. Photo: Aleshkovsky Mitya/TASS
Creative people tend to favor purple tones; at the same time, a purple tie creates the first impression: this person is confident and you can do business with him. The color purple is becoming increasingly popular, stylists say. By choosing a shirt in light purple shades and darker purple ties, you can stand out from the crowd without being off-putting in your appearance.
US President Barack Obama. Photo: Gary Cameron/Reuters
All other colors - beige, dark green, narrow non-classical shape - are more for fashionistas, not for business people. The main thing is not to turn into a comical character, stylists say. After all, the purpose of a tie is to make a person more elegant and strict, says Vlad Lisovets.
Vlad Lisovets stylist “First of all, you need to understand the purpose for which a tie is tied. If this is a serious meeting or negotiation, then you should not get carried away with color, but everything should be restrained if you do not want to distract your interlocutor. Of course, if this event is evening and entertaining, then you can experiment here. But what I would recommend is nothing comical. No bright colors: light green, green, polka dots. It looks undignified and the tie takes on a clown-like appearance.”
Stylists advise avoiding earth colors, especially with shirts of the same shade. At the same time, if you expect to receive a salary increase or promotion, you urgently need to throw brown ties out of your wardrobe.
In the minds of our parents, the image of a Soviet schoolboy, whose integral attribute was a bright red scarf-tie, was still preserved. He talked about the child’s belonging to the most important children’s organization - the Pioneer. This was the first stage in a complex system of party organizations.
A little history
May 19, 1922 is the date of foundation of the pioneer organization. According to some reports, this event was initiated by Nadezhda Krupskaya herself. Every child from the age of nine could become a pioneer.
At first, excellent students and activists were accepted into the pioneer organization. At the next meeting, the good guys received this honor. Lastly, the pioneer tie was tied to the most lagging and naughty schoolchildren.
At the solemn assembly held on the occasion of the admission of new members of the pioneer organization, the children took an oath of allegiance to the Motherland. The text of this oath mentioned the names of famous pioneer heroes.
Despite the imaginary voluntariness, everyone was accepted as a pioneer. Only a few could remain outside the pioneer organization. But in the future the road to both the Komsomol and the party itself was closed.
Symbols and signs of pioneers
This organization had several distinctive signs: badges, ties and caps. Pioneer detachments also had their own pennants, bugles and drums. But they were used only on special occasions.
But the pioneer tie was an everyday attribute of every schoolchild, along with his school uniform, as well as a badge.
Legend of the tie
At the time the pioneer organization was founded, its members did not have any distinctive signs. There is a version that during one of the congresses or solemn rallies, working women took off their scarves and tied them around the necks of their children, bequeathing them to keep them and be proud of them, since they are the same color as the banner.
Contrary to this legend, some historians argue that the idea of using a tie as a distinctive sign was borrowed, like everything else in the pioneer organization, from the English scouts. Only the ideologists of that time were able to add some special meaning to the symbolism that the pioneer tie embodied. The USSR thus created the initial stage in the formation of communist consciousness in society.
Features of a pioneer tie
In appearance, it is a triangular neckerchief, which with its ends symbolized the unity of three generations: pioneers, Komsomol members and party members.
Therefore, storing and protecting the pioneer tie was the sacred duty of every pioneer.
All pioneer detachments had ties made from acetate silk in different shades of red: from bright orange to scarlet. On special occasions, pioneer leaders could wear ties with a yellow border around the edges.
Over the years, the size of the pioneer tie has changed several times. In the end, it strengthened with sides of approximately 61*61*95 cm.
Initially, ties were not tied, but held together with a special clip. It depicted five logs engulfed in three tongues of pioneer flame. All this happened against the backdrop of the hammer and sickle under the pioneer slogan “Always ready!”
There are several versions of why the clamps had to be abandoned. According to the most incredible assumptions, various dissident signs could be discerned in the images on the clip. But most likely, the clamps were no longer used due to the complexity of their manufacture. Already in the post-war period, the pioneers switched to the famous knot that connected the ends of the tie.
Correct knot
A neat appearance is the law for a pioneer. Therefore, from the very beginning he must know how to tie a pioneer tie. Fortunately, the knot he used to tie it was very simple. The children quickly learned to do this on their own.
In order not to get confused with the ends of the tie, it is worth remembering that they are tied with a double knot, in which the right end should always wrap around the left one on top. This way you get a beautiful voluminous knot.
An incorrectly tied tie was a shame for a pioneer. In some cases, because of this, they were even expelled from the pioneer organization.
Our days
With the collapse of the Soviet Union, pioneer organizations did not cease to exist. In many CIS countries, May 19 is still celebrated today, accepting new members into the ranks of pioneers.
The main attribute, the pioneer tie, also remained unchanged. True, in some countries it has become a different color. In Ukraine, ties of all colors of the rainbow are used. In Belarus it is red and green, like the colors of the national flag. In some countries it remains red.
A certain sacredness of admission to pioneers has also been preserved, when the older generation talks about how honorable it is to bear this title, prepares for glorious exploits and teaches how to tie a pioneer tie.
At the same time, collectors from all over the world dream of purchasing real ties from the Soviet Union. Fortunately, due to the fact that they are made of synthetic fabrics, there are still many samples preserved in the closets of most families.
For some, this is generally a family rarity, in which more than one generation of pioneers passed through. For them, this is not just a piece of red fabric, but part of an era in which the color and size of a pioneer tie meant as much as love for their homeland.
One can argue a lot about the fact that during the Soviet Union there was a lot of good and bad. But for our mothers and fathers, grandfathers and grandmothers, red ties remain symbols of a happy childhood. They were proud of the title of Pioneer and were ready to defend it even at the cost of their own lives.
The Tie and People in Ties
Some consider it a symbol of masculinity.
In their opinion, it looks respectable, official, “cool,” etc.
People are willing to buy a lot of ties and wear them.
Meanwhile, few people know that for people who understand; of people, a tie is a “dog collar”, a noose and a noose.
A necessary sign of a “subordinate” and a slave.
Thus, a low level of “understanding” of the person who wears the tie is determined.
In addition, the tie itself symbolizes on a subconscious level "phallus". Therefore, it is not customary among literate people to buy “phalluses” and wrap them around their necks.
For people who understand, this is a sign that a person is “under a condition”, that he himself does not decide anything, but carries out someone else’s will and submits to someone who “understands more than him.” For in this life, everyone, to the extent of his understanding, works for himself; and to the extent of his misunderstanding, he works for someone who understands more...
Therefore, if one person gives another a tie, then he, as it were, “defines” him as his subordinate. And literate people refuse such “gifts”. That's why they say: "a meeting without ties." A meeting of people who decide their own issues and do not depend on anyone.
A tie is not a decoration. Or rather, a very dubious decoration for a man. If you look into the depths of centuries, it turns out that a tie is also a symbol and element of the so-called. "Judeo-Masonic" ritual.
Indeed, during initiation into the Freemasons, the next candidate was presented to the members of the Secret Society with a noose around his neck. The noose was a symbol of his death if he suddenly dared to reveal Masonic secrets. Among knowledgeable people, the tie is still called a “Jewish noose.” Now Masons try not to wear ties, leaving this attribute for the “uninitiated.”
Also, for example, according to the old thieves’ laws, a person who wore a pioneer tie could not become a “thief in law.” After all, in fact, the triangle is a symbol of the “demon”, and red is the color of the “demon”. The pioneer tie had the shape of a red triangle. Therefore, among the swindlers there was an unwritten rule that wearing a pioneer tie was a shame. All this once again proves their level of “understanding” of the situation.
The point is that the cosmos is based on symbols. Both the shape and color of the symbol emit and receive energy waves with strictly defined characteristics, and also attract “entities” with strictly defined wave characteristics into their zone of action.
And, if a person emits demonic energy waves for a long enough time, then over time he himself turns into a “demon”. He develops demonic habits, thoughts, habits and inclinations. It is then that the true meaning and purpose of the “zombie” poems from childhood become clear: “When you tie a tie, take care of it, because it has the same red banner.”
Therefore, if you see a man in a tie, you can be sure that he works for someone or is a blind conductor of some other person’s idea. The level of “understanding” of a person wearing a tie cannot be high. Even if it is some kind of “big” politician.
For example, Joseph Stalin never wore ties after coming to power in the USSR. He knew and understood such moments, unlike some modern politicians. Nikita Khrushchev, for all his disadvantages, also did not recognize ties and wore a blouse.
Therefore, if you want to give the impression of an understanding and independent person, a person who decides his own issues, never wear a tie. Don't wear it and that's it.
It is believed that the correct choice of this color scheme should bring success and good luck in any business. Of course, now few men consult with psychics, trying to choose on their own. At the same time, everyone should have at least several similar accessories in their wardrobe, since a certain event requires one or another shade. One of the most extraordinary and striking is the red tie.
Meaning of red color
Before choosing this accessory, you need to clearly know what the color red means. Do not forget that in the classical sense it symbolizes passion and fire. It brings vital energy and stimulates a man to accomplish his ideas. In addition, this option has a signal effect, which is important for those people who want to stand out from the crowd. Any representative of the stronger sex who wears such an accessory will look extravagant and original against the backdrop of the gray mass.
Popularity and choice
The popularity of this shade when choosing accessories is growing, which is facilitated by the more relaxed and free position of modern men in the selection of clothes and accessories. Therefore, it will be very important today to choose red. Moreover, it is chosen not only by men who follow fashion, but also by various politicians and other prominent figures. It is one of the most versatile, it includes a large range of colors. Therefore, today you can see a wide variety of models, ranging from light pink to burgundy shades. In this regard, every man will be able to choose the most suitable option that would suit his character and go well with the shirt.
Who chooses a red tie?
It is traditionally believed that an accessory of this color will bring vital energy and strength to its owner. That is why it will be an excellent option for energetic men. It is chosen by those people who will always help and support others, using their potential. It will look harmonious on enthusiastic people who are passionate about their favorite business or hobby. A red tie is well suited for representatives of the stronger sex, who are leaders by nature and always want to be first. It is chosen by people who want to gain maximum power no matter what. Usually this color is subconsciously chosen by active men who strive for action and at the same time do not notice their mistakes.
Those men who prefer red accessories are often characterized by increased sexuality. Usually these are quite emotional people, whose experiences and violent reactions can even in some cases interfere with business. In addition to choosing the main color, the selection of shades is also important. As a rule, the darkest of them means that its owner has a rather difficult character. Such people pay too much attention to order, they are quite stubborn and do not want to tolerate any objections. On the contrary, people who choose light colors have a light and idle character. They are more emotional and easy-going.
That is, a red tie is typical for men who have the following strong qualities:
- energy;
- leadership;
- assertiveness;
- determination;
- stubbornness.
Choosing a tie to match your shirt and suit
When choosing a red tie to match other types of clothing, you need to follow certain rules:
- the tie should be slightly darker than the suit;
- This accessory goes best with a lighter tone shirt;
- A plain tie would be best paired with a patterned shirt. If the shirt is made in the same color scheme, then it is better to choose accessories with a pattern.
It is worth noting that a red tie is the most extravagant and extraordinary. Despite all the positive qualities, the only drawback of this accessory may be excessive intrusiveness. That is, it can to some extent distract attention from the face of its owner. Therefore, this color is not the best for public speaking. At the same time, tones such as burgundy, pink or wine will look good in any situation. They will look elegant and unobtrusive. Therefore, any shade of a red tie will be an excellent choice for a modern and energetic man.
