when can i wear a black tie??

[BigTimboKing]

you can wear a black tie if you are a blues brother or a resevoir dog

[The DaveR]

Black grenadine ties are perfectly appropriate for most suits.

[nsdjoe]

Wore a black tie to work yesterday, no big deal.

[andyakb]

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ok so i'm talking about a tie which is black, not talking about the "black tie" type of event.


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Are you aware that "black tie" refers formalwear, i.e. a dinner jacket, and not wearing a suit with a dark necktie?

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Indeed, Black Tie is Tuxedo. If you are referring to a black tie, I know that it and silver are considered nice for occasions not formal enough for true black tie. Great to look a little nicer without going over the top.

Personally I would never wear a black tie except as part of "Black Tie" attire.

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I have to agree with this. Although, you could get away with a much more narrow black tie, like the ones they are wearing in that Reservoir Dogs picture.

[fuzzwonder]

as was said by someone above black ties are inappropriate everywhere unless you are a waiter or mr. pink.

black tie events mean there is a tuxedo dress code and does not require a black tie. i wouldn't even where a black tie in that scenario.

[MikeHoncho]

Black bolo ties are always fashionable. Don't let anyone tell you any different.