Bow tie history is rich - and continues to evolve.

Let's explore the bow tie's fantastic journey from past to present: from the battle field to French fashion shows, to bold captains of industry and glamourous movie icons, to ... YOU. 

Whether you insist it’s periwinkle blue or periwinkle purple, Pantone’s Color of the Year 2022 - Very Peri - is a stunning hue with a rich and somewhat mysterious history to match.

The periwinkle color is terrifically handsome alongside a broad spectrum of colors to boot - making it an excellent choice in bow ties and other fine menswear accessories for Spring, Summer, and beyond. 

Learn all about the periwinkle color and how you can incorporate it into your style this year. 

At R. Hanauer, we believe you can wear a bow tie - with a suit, tuxedo or pajamas - on any day that ends in D-A-Y. But we know not everyone is cut from our family’s cloth! 

We all know a bow tie is to be worn with a tuxedo, but some are not so sure about how to incorporate a bow tie into day-to-day wear. 

So, can you wear a bow tie with a suit? Absolutely. Let’s get into some suit and bow tie details:

“Sprezzatura” is an Italian word that has long been used in men’s fashion. But - perhaps because of the 2021 film House of Gucci - it has recently caught more eyes and ears than is typical.

By the sound of it, “sprezzatura style” may sound like a lofty goal to achieve, yet many gentlemen already have it! Here we will define the term and share some easy-to-accomplish sprezzatura examples.

Silver always adds that special je ne sais quoi to party looks, the summer wedding season and, of course, the holidays. 

At R. Hanauer we have stunning silver accessories, including silver bow ties, ties and cummerbund sets. We share some essential fashion tips to help you pair them so you can look your shimmering best. 

Should you always go with a self tie bow tie? When is it appropriate to wear a pre tied bow tie - or even a clip on?

We'll show you what makes each type different, and guide you to your ideal selection. 

Grosgrain is used in garments and accessories for men, women and children. It also has numerous applications beyond attire. But what is grosgrain? Is it a fabric? A weave? How do you say the word, and what does it mean? 

Here, we’ll answer all of these questions, and showcase some of our favorite R. Hanauer grosgrain accessories. 

The navy blue blazer is an iconic staple in every man’s (and some women's) wardrobe. It’s undeniably sharp and a timeless classic - and anything but prescribed.

With its extreme versatility, navy blue blazer combinations are virtually limitless. But - what should you wear with it? We'll guide you. 

Tie clips or tie pins, tie tacks, and tie bars or tie slides - all serve the same purpose. But each offers the well-dressed gentleman a different look.

In this article, the R. Hanauer team addresses the five most common questions around these accessories.

The bow tie is a dapper man’s tried and true companion, and many in his collection are prized among his cache of fine accessories. 

Bow tie fashion rules are, for the most part, timeless. Keep these five on hand and you’ll be prepared for almost every social situation.