January presents a bit of a battle for our wardrobes, because our top priority is to accommodate our selected ensembles to the coldest temperatures of the year. Sure, the obvious solution is layering – and it’s a great one if you enjoy styling a selection of your favourite pieces together – but more often than not, the depths of a winter ensemble are lazily concealed solely by a finishing overcoat. Fortunately, there’s one accessory which – is exhibited in the centre of your layered gear – guarantees an instant style elevation. Drumroll: the knitted tie.
First emerging around a century ago, the woven accessory rose to prominence among the working class, as it was easily constructed from accessible, raw materials. Designed to sit slightly shorter than your average tie, the reputation for its richness today was sealed in the sixties, as it was a perfect compliment to the slimmer, higher-waisted silhouettes embraced by mod musicians and silver screen stars alike. Here at Timothy Everest, we’re influenced by style from both sectors, which is why our current accessories collection includes an abundance of knitted tie designs. Should one take your fancy, here’s five classic ensembles to cite for supportive styling – provided, of course, by the cultural mavericks of menswear…