Guardian Fashion • Jan. 6, 2026, 11:44 a.m.

From preppy to polka dot to secondhand, neckties are all the rage. Our menswear expert shares his favourites, and the rules for wearing them well • The best men’s suits under £400 Neckties are having a moment.

Spotted all over fashion week, from the runways (Fendi, Louis Vuitton, Jonathan Anderson’s debut at Dior ) to the front row ( Daniel Craig , Robert Pattinson, Lennon Gallagher), they’re also popping up on TikTok and Instagram. However, if you’re not a celeb or someone who does regular GRWM TikToks, trussing up in one (when it’s not mandated in the dress code) may feel a little too much of a statement.

With the right styling (ie avoiding looking like you’re cosplaying Don Draper), though, a tie can give your look extra punch in all the right ways. Continue reading...

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