Bow ties

A bow tie also known as a necktie is a tie worn around the collar of a shirt that is knotted like a bow. They date back to around 1850 when visiting Croatian militia introduced the look to the French regency however today a bow tie is a crucial element to any dinner suit package.

Mens bow tie

Thankfully now-a-days you are able to buy pre-tied bow ties that tend to have either a grasp or velcrove fastener; however you can still buy self-tie bow tie. Bow ties can come in a range of different fabrics such as cotton or silk and a range of colours however we advise black for a formal gathering.

The team at Dinner-suit.co.uk have found some of the most popular bow tie and cravat offers online from the likes of MyTuxedo, Clermont Direct, Savile Row and Moss Bros.

Check out our section on red bow ties and blue bow ties.

Bow tie offers

** £20 off a ready tied pure silk black bow tie
was £35 Now just £15
Offer from Savile Row

** £3 off black cummerbund and bow tie set
was £13 Now just £10
Offer from Clermont Direct

** 50% off a black barathea ready tied bow tie
was £39 Now just £19.50
Offer from TM Lewin

** Over 80 colourful bow ties and cravats

From just £4.99
Offer from myTuxedo

Bow tie comparison

There are a number of retailers who sell bow ties online. To make your life easier we have compared the price of a number of bow ties and cravats and as you’ll see you have the choice of bargain ready tied bow ties to deluxe silk bow ties. A number of retailers also offer packages such as a combined cummerbund and bow tie packages. It is important to note that these are online prices.

Bow tie	Description	Retailer
	myTuxedo bow ties are made from a high quality polyester dupion fabric, giving off a light textured sheen for a classic look. They are pre-tied for your convenience and are easily adjusted to any neck size. £4.99
	This ruche red cravat is made from a polyester Dupion fabric, in a pre tied design with adjustable neck band. This would look great at any evening event. £7.99
	This is a trendy pre-tied red and black contrast bow tie from Moss Bros – the perfect evening wear accessory. £10
	Made from a patterned silk jacquard this silk self tie bow tie provides you with an air of style and sophistication during the evening. They are adjustable from a 14.5 inch to 19inch collar. £11.99
	This luxurious daywear cravat is made from the highest quality silk. This quintessentially English style cravat is a new top item on the fashion catwalks today, and even if you’re not a fashionista, you’ll look suave and sophisticated with this silk daywear cravat. £12.99
	This pre-tied John Lewis black bow tie shows class and sophistication and is great quality for the price. £15
	T.M.Lewin bow ties are made from the finest woven silk and are all hand finished. The ready-tied Barathea bow tie is conveniently pre-tied to ensure the perfect knot for those black tie occasions. £19.50
	This mens self tie bow tie is a luxurious accessory by Moss Bros. The wine paisley colour looks fantastic with a tuxedo.£25
	Stylish and sophisticated, this M&S luxurious pure silk cummerbund and bow tie set adds an elegant finishing touch to a dinner suit. £25

Cravats

Cravats are also a common neck accessory that can be found at many formal occasions especially weddings. Originally the cravat was used as a ‘napkin’ and to hide shirts that may have become a little soiled however it is now a piece of neckwear worn in a slipknot with long ends overlapping each other. Check out the following cravats from a variety of retailers including Marks and Spencer and TM Lewin.