Dapper Man Of The Month for November

Our dapper man of the month for November is Eddie Redmayne. His full name is Edward John David Redmayne and he was born on the 6th January 1982 in Westminster, London. He married Hannah Bagshawe on the 15th December 2014, they have one child together Iris May who was born June 2016.  He studied at the Trinity, Cambridge. He started off with a brief modelling career then moved onto a professional acting career in the West End. Eddie then made his screen debut in 1998 with guest television appearances.

In 2012, he co-starred in the hit musical Les Misérables alongside Amanda Sayfreid, Anne Hathaway and Hugh Jackman.

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One of his most recognised roles was in The Theory of Everything in which he played renowned scientist Stephen Hawking. For this role he received a Golden Globe, Academy Award and BAFTA Award for Best Actor.

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Eddie also stars as Newt Scamander in the brand new prequel to the Harry Potter films called Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. In the film Newt (Eddie) has just returned from a trip to collect some magical creatures. However during a stop over in New York some of them escape. We follow Newt on his quest to find his fantastic beasts. 

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Fun Facts 

• He went to Eton College
• Eddie is good friends with Benedict Cumberbatch and they have both portrayed Stephen Hawking in different productions
• Eddie Redmayne was awarded an OBE in 2015
• He is colour blind

Best Dressed Moments

Here are just a few examples of when we think Eddie Redmayne has showcased his style and well and truly earned the accolade that is dapper man of the month.

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Happy Cyber Monday - Bargains are Still Available

Happy Cyber Monday! This Cyber Monday our offer from Black Friday continues and we are still offering a fantastic 20% off! Just use the code: BLACKFRIDAY at the checkout to apply your discount. Cyber Monday is now one of the biggest shopping days of the year, today is a great opportunity to grab you last minute Christmas gifts or even get an early start on next years birthday presents. Why not take advantage of our great discount and have a look at our huge variety of products. From ties, bow ties and cravats to waistcoat, scarves and lapel pins you are bound to find something you love at www.fabties.com. We also offer free standard delivery on all UK orders!

These Christmas ties would make a perfect secret Santa present, its not too late if you've forgotten we offer special next day delivery so you can buy a lovely last minute gift that will give the impression you never did forget. Any one of our Christmas ties would be a wonderful gift for your boss, a colleague, family member or anyone that loves ties and the festive season.

Socks are a Christmas stocking filler classic, we have such a great selection for designs and patterns. A pair of these novelty socks will bring a smile to anyone's face this Christmas. They could even make a great gift for New Years. We have socks fitting for different professions. For example these Stethoscopes Socks are great for a doctor, nurse or even a vet. Our Money Sign Socks would be great for an accountant or banker and these Periodic Table Socks will be perfect for a chemist or scientist. 

We have a vast collection of novelty ties, all with different patterns, designs and themes. You will find something to suit everyone. They are great for any man that likes to inject a bit of fun into their outfits. If you know any first world war fanatics this First World War Planes Tie by The Tie Studio could be the ideal gift. Our Happy Frogs Tie by Van Buck will suit any happy soul or an animal lover and this Emoji Icon Tie by Van Buck is perfect for anyone with a love for texting or social media.

Happy Black Friday! Sale Day….

Happy Black Friday! For this years black friday sale event we are offering a fantastic 20% off everything all weekend until the end of Cyber Monday. Take advantage of this wonderful event while you can. It is a great opportunity to grab your last minute Christmas gifts for the family, your friends or colleges. If you are doing a secret Santa one of our great products could be the perfect present, maybe you'll choose a pair of cufflinks or the classic Christmas gift  a pair of socks. 

Socks are an ideal stocking filler for your dad, boyfriend, brother etc, etc. Make sure they have the funkiest socks around this year. We have a great selection of comfy and quirky cotton socks for you to choose from. They are usually £7.99 a pair and with 20% off they are a steal!

These Chilli Pepper Socks by The Tie Studio will look great with our Chilli Peppers Tie by The Tie Studio, a black suit and a pair of black leather shoes. 

Lapel Pins could make a great small gift if you have decided to do little presents this Christmas, or if you want to add something extra to a main gift. They are a an increasingly poplar mens accessory and we have some stylish and unique lapel pins available. Here are just a few from our collection. 

Our Silver Plated Feather Lapel Pin will look great with a navy blue blazer, burgundy trousers and a Floral Navy Blue Slim Tie. 

Get an amazing 20% off one of our Van Buck Limited Edition Ties while you still can. They would be a great gift for a grabatologist(tie collector) or anyone that loves to stand out from the crowd and be different while stylish. Only 100 ties of each colour and pattern are made making them a unique product, you are unlikely to meet someone that owns the same tie as you. They are made from 100% silk in England to the highest quality and also come packaged in a special tie envelope with the Van Buck logo on the front so you wont even need to wrap it. 

This Van Buck Limited Edition Paisley Bold Design Blue Silk Tie really stands out against this dark blue shirt and black skinny jeans.

We have a huge range of scarves by Knightsbridge in a range of materials including silk, velvet, tweed, wool and cotton. There is an extremely large assortment of patterns, designs and colours so you are bound to find one perfect for you. 

Cufflinks are a great gift for a businessperson, or anyone that loves to look dapper all year round. They would also make a great gift this Christmas or could even be a great addition to your outfit for a new years eve celebration. 

How to Wear Knitted Ties and Bow Ties This Autumn/Winter

The cold weather can make it difficult to stay stylish in the effort to stay warm. Knitted Ties and bow ties can be a great cold weather fashion staple. They will add some texture to your outfit and give off a cosy look. We have a great selection from a range of brands including Knightsbridge, Van Buck and DQT. Our Knightsbridge and Van Buck knitted ties are made to the highest quality from 100% silk. There are plain knitted ties and bow ties, and also a huge variety of patterns available. We even have some Christmassy patterns which would be perfect to show your festive joy this holiday season.

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Here are just a few examples of our vast range of knitted ties and bow ties. These Fair Isle pattern knitted ties by Knightsbridge would be perfect to wear for any Christmas function or even just to the office. 

Outfit Inspiration

If you are struggling to find style inspiration here are a few outfit suggestions to keep you looking dapper this autumn and winter. 

Look smart and stylish wearing a speckled grey coat, black trousers, a white shirt and our Black Knitted Silk Bow Tie with White Polka Dots by Knightsbridge. This look is perfect for a semi-formal office environment or for a fashionable day outfit. 

If you're going on a short break maybe a Christmas shopping weekend or a family gathering you could wear a pair of black jeans with a charcoal grey shirt and our Taupe, Gold and Bronze Double Stripe Silk Knitted Tie by Knightsbridge. 

If you're looking for a stylish and quirky outfit pair our Mens Knitted Purple Bow Tie with these Plain Dark Grey Trouser Braces, a black shirt and some dark blue jeans. 

Paisley Patterns for a Winter Time Wedding.

A paisley tie is the perfect pattern for a winter wedding. If you want to opt for something rather than just plain accessories for your groom and groomsmen then paisley could be the perfect option for you. It is a classic pattern that is not too bold that it will draw all the attention in the room but adds a nice accent to the groom and groomsmen's outfits. Our collection of paisley accessories by DQT are perfect for a wedding as they are two tone and not a vibrant combination of colours like a lot of paisley patterns.

We have a great selection of 15 colours available. If you would like to see if a colour goes with your colour scheme or just if its right for you we have swatches to buy in every colour that we have available at just £1.99. You can see our range of Paisley pattern swatches here: http://bit.ly/2ezRrHC

Outfit Inspiration

Here of some examples of great outfits including our paisley accessories for a winter time wedding.

Why not opt for the timeless and opulent purple and black colour scheme for your winter wedding. Our  Mens Paisley Purple Waistcoat and Tie Set will look brilliant with a black suit, black leather lace up shoes and add a little bit of shine to your suit with our Silver Plated Knot Cufflinks.

Our Emerald Green Paisley Cravat and Cufflinks Set will be a great focal point of this brown tweed suit which is ideal for winter.

Look extremely suave for the big day wearing this charcoal grey suit with our decadent looking Burgundy Paisley Bow Tie and Cufflinks Set.

Our Paisley pattern ties are available in a regular 9 cm or skinny 5 cm width. You can buy them individually but we also offer skinny tie and regular tie sets. You could buy a tie and pocket square set, tie and cufflink set, tie pocket square and cufflink set or a waistcoat and tie set.

Our Paisley bow ties are all pre tied and have a fully adjustable hook and eye neck strap. Our bow tie are available individually and as a set. There are bow tie pocket square and cufflinks sets, waistcoat and bow tie sets, bow tie and pocket square sets, and bow tie and cufflinks sets to choose from.

We have a range of paisley scrunchie wedding cravats which are also available as a part of a set. Choose from  a waistcoat and cravat set, cravat and pocket square set, cravat and cufflinks set, cravat cufflinks and pocket square set.

How To Wear Our Scarves

We have a wonderful range of scarves, plain, patterned and brushed silk. They are perfect for keeping the chill off while looking stylish this autumn and winter. Scarves are always a popular accessory as the weather gets colder they can be great to add some personality to your outfit while keeping you cosy. See our collection of scarves here: http://bit.ly/2febnCa

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Outfit Inspiration

A scarf is a very versatile accessory, they can look very debonair draped around the neck as a part of a formal evening look, or be a great addition to a casual day outfit. Here are some ideas of how to wear our scarves for different occasions.

Wear our Plain Burgundy Aviator Silk Scarf by Knightsbridge with a black dress suit and a white shirt for an incredibly dapper look which would be great to wear to a dinner and dance. This scarf is made to a high quality and the burgundy colour will really stand out and contrast the black suit and white shirt creating a very striking look.

Our Grey Brushed Silk Scarf by Knightsbridge with a black jumper, pair of dark blue jeans and a bottle green duffel coat is fantastic outfit to keep you warm and snug when you go for a refreshing a winter walk. 

Stay on trend by tying our Gold and Dark Blue Paisley Aviator Silk Scarf by Knightsbridge around your neck in the style of  a neckerchief. Pair it with a white shirt and some navy blue chinos  for a smart casual day look. 

Tribute to Remembrance Sunday

Remembrance Sunday is celebrated in the UK and the Commonwealth on the Sunday nearest to Armistice day. Armistice day is the anniversary of the end of hostilities in the First World War and the 2 minute silence which represents the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. This year’s Remembrance Sunday is on 13th November. Remembrance Day is held every year "to commemorate the contribution of British and Commonwealth military and civilian servicemen and women in the two World Wars and later conflicts".

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Every year ceremonies in cities, town and villages across the nation are attended by ex-servicemen and women, cadets, local armed forces and youth groups such as guides and scouts. Wreaths of poppies are laid on the memorials.

A national ceremony is held in London at the Cenotaph war memorial. There is a 2 minutes silence at 11am before the laying of the wreaths. The beginning and end of the silence is marked by gunfire on horse Guards Brigade, the Royal Marine buglers sounding Last Post, then the RAF buglers sounding Rouse.  The first Wreath is laid by the queen then the senior members of the Royal family place wreaths. Followed by the prime minister, political party leaders, Foreign Secretary; Commonwealth High Commissioners, and the Irish Ambassador and representatives from the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force, the Merchant Navy and fishing fleets and lastly the civilian emergency services.

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In the weeks leading up to Remembrance Sunday poppies are sold to raise money for all past and current members of the British militarily. Poppies are used as a symbol of remembrance, the use of them was inspired by the poem 'In Flanders Fields'. In tribute to the poem Moina Michael vowed to wear a poppy to remember those that fought in the war. She wore a silk poppy to a YWCA secretaries meeting and gave one to 25 others, she then campaigned to make the poppy a national symbol of remembrance. In 1920 The National American Legion adopted it as their official symbol of remembrance and Anna E. Guérin was inspired to make the artificial poppies used today and then in 1921 sent her poppy sellers to London where they were adopted by the founder of the Royal British Legion.

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How to dress for work - Autumn edit

As the days start to get darker and more gloomy and with Christmas looming everyone could do with a pick me up. So why not cheer yourself up with some new stylish additions to your wardrobe. A new accessory can transform last years clothing into new on trend outfits. Check patterns have become the new stripes, neckerchiefs are more popular than ever and 70's style is creeping back. Duffel coats are the height of fashion, velvet is making a come back and metallic fabrics are all the rage. Especially prominent colours of the moment are sky blue and a variety of red and pinks. 

Outfit Inspiration

If you are looking for some inspiration on what to wear to work this Autumn look no further. Here are some suggestions from us at ww.fabties.com on how to follow this seasons fashion trends at work.

A great alternative to a neckerchief is a cravat. They give off the same casual yet debonair feel but can also be slightly more formal, making them perfect for a work environment. This Van Buck Tiny Paisley Navy and Red Patterned Cravat would be the perfect addition to your office wear and the colours are very fashionable this season. You can see our collection of casual cravats here: http://bit.ly/2dRuIfc and our plain self tie cravats here: http://bit.ly/2eIXhue

Combine two integral styles by adding a hint of pink and check pattern to your outfit with this Van Buck Dress Stewart Tartan Tie. Wear it with a white shirt and some dark navy blue brushed cotton trousers for a smart casual office look.

Wear our Plain Sky Blue Cotton Bow Tie by Knightsbridge with a black velvet dinner jacket, a white shirt and some black trousers for a very dapper look. 

This Plain Platinum Slim Tie  is made from satin polyester so has a metallic effect. It would look great with a pair of our Plain Black Trouser Braces, a pale blue shirt, some black trousers and a black duffel coat. 

Ties in Movies

Movies can be a great showcase of fashion over time. They can show us how trends have changed throughout the years and can give us some great outfit inspiration. Actors costumes are inspired and influenced by the fashions of the era and the place in which a film is set. Films can have a huge influence on fashion trends, bringing old styles back into popularity or creating brand new ones. We have picked out some ties from movies that we think look great.

In the classic crime drama hit Pulp fiction the gangsters John Vega and Jules Winnfield always look smart in their black suit and ties.

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Kingsman: The Secret service features some quirky and dapper outfits with eye catching ties. The characters look very smart in a variety of pattern and plain ties.

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The new Harry Potter prequel Fantastic beasts and Where to Find Them is set in 1926 New York and showcases old fashioned clothes and accessories. The star Eddie Redmayne wears an interesting thin stripe patterned bow tie.

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The Wolf of Wall Street set in the late 80’s early 90’s features a lot of smart office style outfits seeing as it is all about the stock market. It displays some fantastic ties from that era.

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The physiological thriller Shutter Island starring Leonardo DiCaprio  is a great example of 1950’s fashion.

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The Fifty Shades of Grey movie is a very successful film and features a lot of smart, sophisticated fashion. This grey silk tie featured in the film has attracted a lot of attention and become a very popular tie. 

You can buy a Van Buck Fifty Shades Of Grey Platinum Silk Tie here at www.fabties.com.

Suicide Squad is one of the most recent DC comic book films. In several scenes of the movie Jared Leto who plays the Joker wears a white bow tie as a part of a black tie outfit.

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In the classic romantic comedy Pretty Woman Richard Gere plays a successful and wealthy business man who hires Julia Roberts to escort him to important events. 

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