All About Vests

What colors are available in the vest collections?

Vest collections come in an assortment of colors. Most
collections contain your basic colors: platinum, gold,
black, ivory, white, navy, hunter, & burgundy. Many of your
vest collections will also contain colors such as mint,
celedon, sage, desert blue, ice blue, cloud blue, royal,
midnight blue, plum, purple, chocolate, mocha,
champagne, seamist, lilac, periwinkle, eggplant, red,
scarlet, etc.

I already know which color vest I want. Which is the
easiest way to find the vest collections which contain
this color?

On the "Vests" page, you will notice that you can select a
vest color from one of the drop down lists. Vests are
available in over 60 colors. Simply click on the vest color
you are looking for ... and all vest collections available in
that color will appear. Enjoy shopping !!!

What are all of my neckwear options with my vest?

There are 6 main neckwear options available with all vest
collections. These items with a short description and
some suggestions are listed below.

1) Bow tie = These ties are most common and traditonal.
Every vest collection contains an optional bow tie which is
made out of the exact same fabric as the vest. Another
option you may consider is purchasing both the matching
bow tie and also a solid black satin bowtie. Both looks
are appropriate, and it will also give you a little variety.
(Helpful note: These ties come pre-tied).

2) 4-in-hand tie = These ties look similar to a tie that you
would wear with a business suit (except they are usually
made out of satin). This look is making a tremendous
comeback. By looking at most of the new photography of
the new tuxedo styles, you will see that the longer tie is
popular today. A solid black satin 4-in-hand tie looks
exceptional with any vest style. Some vest designers
have also made solid-colored 4-in-hand ties that match
the vest collection. (Helpful note: These ties come pre-
tied)

3) Euro tie = These ties are also longer ties like the 4-in-
hand ties (above); however, there are 3 differences with
these ties. The knots on these are 1) smaller, 2) shaped
differently, and 3) the bottom of the tie "squares off."
(Helpful note: These ties come pre-tied). Euro ties have
been fading out of style a bit and are not available in the
newer vest collections.

4) Sharpe tie = These ties have a unique look. They too
are longer ties. The main difference is that they are wider
ties with a wrinkled knot. (Example: check out the
Celebrity Paisley Vest Collection photo by Andrew Fezza.)

5) Button cover = For those individuals who do not want
to wear a tie, they can opt for a button cover. This is
simply a small piece of jewelry that fastens over the top
button of the shirt.

6) Ascot = This option is usually reserved only for
grooms who have decided to have a traditional "morning"
wedding. If you don't fall in this category, you are probably
better at considering one of the other neckwear options.

Full-back vests vs. Open-back vests?

Full-back vests are a complete vest which has a "back" to
it. Backless vests only have a nylon strip which fastens in
the back. Since we contain high-quality products in our
product line, we prefer not to include the backless vest
options. The only backless vests which we decided to
use in our product lines are your "white pique vests"
which are used for your ultra traditional "white tie" affairs.

What vests or ties are most popular today?

Full-back vests are definitely more popular than open-
back vests. In regards to neckwear, your longer ties (4-in-
hand-ties or sharpe ties) are more popular today.
However, we still advise that you should have at least one
bow tie in your formal wear collection. Bow ties are a
classic and are always accepted in all formal settings.

What is a pocket square and should I have one?

A pocket square is simply another name for a
"handkierchief" that goes in your coat pocket. Pocket
squares are available in the exact same material and
design as the vest collections. They usually make a nice
statement and adds a little contrast to your overall look.

I see you have vests. What about cummerbunds?

We do carry cummerbunds in all colors. To view
cummerbunds, please visit "Misc Other" (located in the
main navigation menu to the left).