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Women and Bow Ties

Bow ties have long been associated with the dapper gentleman, black tie affairs, and nerds wearing thick black-framed glasses. However, bow ties are cool – way cooler than their nerdy associations indicate. Luckily, we’re not the only ones who think so. People in all walks of life are embracing the wonder of the bow tie, from trendy cosplayers to chic television hosts. Even women are starting to rock the dapper bow tie style. At Wits and Beaux, we believe the bow tie is for everyone, but how do you pull off a bow tie? It’s All About Attitude You’ve been told to smile because it makes you look pretty. Well, wear a bow tie because it makes you feel good....

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Myths About Bow Ties

At Wits & Beaux, we believe that the bow tie is the best choice for men’s neckwear. They’re versatile, as colorful as you want, and help you stand out from the crowd of necktie-wearing, half-Windsor tying, businessmen. For some reason, this opinion is not shared by as many people as we would like. To remedy this, we’re taking on seven myths about the bow tie and debunking them once and for all!   Myth #1: Bow ties are only worn by magicians, clowns, and other entertainment artists. While we can’t deny that magicians have dapper taste when it comes to old-school fashion choices, the bow tie is a versatile fashion choice for just about everyone. Wearing one only shows that...

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When is a Bow Tie Appropriate?

When is a bow tie appropriate? It’s one of the most commonly asked questions we get here at Wits & Beaux. While deciding what counts as formalwear or casual attire can be tricky for many of us, we decided to put together a handy guide to help you make the choice easy.   Formal Events   When you think of a bow tie, it’s likely that you picture a full tuxedo or other formal suit. While black tie events often encourage attendees to don the classy matte black bow tie, they typically allow for just about any nice black tie. Generally speaking, a solid color tie is better for formal events, but you can get creative with textures. Remember, a...

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Defy Convention with Stylish Dress Socks

Unfortunately, professional business attire has taken on a drab style. People are gravitating towards deep navy or black suits with plain button downs and nondescript ties. We understand that many employers have come to regard this style as industry-standard. It’s expected that you leave your personality at home, at least as far as your personal style is concerned. After all, nothing establishes trust in a professional environment like a well-groomed, sharp looking employee. At Wits & Beaux, we believe it’s time to reclaim your style and want to help you show it off, at least subtly. Our Dress Socks We carry a full line of top-quality dress socks, featuring bright colors and vibrant patterns. You may be required to wear...

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History of the Wits and Beaux

Wits & Beaux is dedicated to providing you with the best and most stylish socks and bow ties, guaranteed to be a hit for every occasion. We believe there’s no such thing as looking too dapper, and a bow tie is the perfect way to say you care about your appearance. Our socks and ties focus on fresh, stylish designs while maintaining that classic elegance reserved for the elite members of society. In fact, that’s what inspired our name, Wits & Beaux. Who Were the Wits?   The “wits” were the politicians, the poets, the scholars, and the orators of the Regency-Era in England. This time period was woefully short, ranging from 1811-1820, but the literature and political stances of...

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