Men's Tie Jewelry - A Buyer's Guide
Tie tacks, tie pins, tie clips, tie chains - so many types of fasteners to choose from! If you're accessorizing your first suit or trying to select a gift for that special guy, fear not - this handy comparison chart will help you make the perfect choice!
Tie Tacks, Tie Clips & Tie Chains Compared
| Tie Tacks / Tie Pins | Tie Clips & Bars | Tie Chains | |
|---|---|---|---|
How It's Worn |
The pin of the tie tack goes through the front and back of the tie and is secured with a clutch backing. A small chain with a "T" shaped piece goes through your shirt buttonhole, attaching the tie to your shirt. | Tie clips clip your tie to the edge of your shirt. | Tie chains anchor your tie to your shirt. The front of the chain goes across the tie, the piece in the back hooks over a shirt button. |
OK for Everyday? |
Yes, but currently clips or chains are the more popular for everyday wear. | Yes - choose plain styles or simple patterns for daily business wear. | Yes |
OK for Special Occasions? |
An elegant gold and/or diamond tie tack lends a distinctive accent to a tuxedo or other formal wear. | Tie clips run the gamut from simple and casual to dressy and sophisticated. | Tie chains are a little more casual, but a nice gold chain is simple and elegant for special occasions. |
Can It Be Personalized? |
There isn't room for much engraving on a tie tack, however you can purchase initials or have a monogram engraved on a plain tie pin. | Many tie clips have a smooth surface or a smooth area on the surface which can be engraved. | Generally, no. An exception would be a tie chain with a plaque which can be engraved. |
Pro's |
Tie tacks come in a dazzling variety of styles and materials, from subdued patterns to diamond studded bling and everything in between! Figural tie tacks are popular - masonic or military symbols, flags, sports and hobbies as well love knots and lucky charms. The tiny tie tack holds the tie securely and doesn't bunch or twist the tie fabric. | Tie clips hold your tie securely to your shirt without the use of a pin. They are available in a wide range of styles and prices to suit everyone. | Practical and functional, a tie chain holds your tie neatly in place without bunching or marring the fabric of the tie. As far as appearance, tie chains are simple and understated |
Con's |
Tie tacks put a tiny pinhole in your tie. Not a problem if you always wear that tie with a tie tack, but may be visible if you sometimes use a tie clip or chain. | Tie clips tend to shift and bunch the tie's fabric. Most men find themselves needing to adjust the tie clip throughout the day. | Fewer styles to choose from. |