Does Length Matter?

[kme]

Okay, so now that I have your attention - question is simple:

 

Is wearing a tux with a long tie vs. traditional bow tie a little less dressy?

 

 

Thanks for you input!

[Cruise Arizona]

I think it is a little less dressy, but still formal by cruise terms, beacause it is still dressier than a dark suit, which is acceptable for formal on most lines.

 

If you look on my cruise fashion thread there is a link to my cruise fashion page and you'll see my DH in both bow ties and a long tie.

[BlueHerons]

The long tie is between the classic bow tie and a regular suit tie.

 

Personally, I don't care for anything but a classic tuxedo.

[caviargal]

I have never seen this myself. I like the traditional bow tie that is tied by hand, more elegant IMO.

 

Now, I have actually seen string ties with tuxes and really did not care for the look.

[MrsMoose2001]

Are we talking like the celebs wear on TV with their tuxes?

 

I think both can be nice, depends on the man in my opinion. I don't know if one is considered more formal, I do know that some places want the bow tie. When I had to wear formal for Mardi Gras Crewe balls in New Orleans, only a white bow tie was acceptable at the Crewe I belonged to. Actually it was white tie/tails and white gloves mandatory.

 

All the men looked like penguins, it was cute.

[CDRMark]

The bow tie is more formal than the satin version of the traditional necktie you refer to. I have two; one silver grey, one black..nice change sometimes.

Cheers

MarkB