The Art of Dress

Perhaps one of the greatest questions currently facing mankind is whether the necktie is body dominant or body subordinate. The answer to this question is completely dependent upon what type of necktie you consider.

Large ties, such as the cavat, did not hug close to the neck. The size draws the attention away from the natural shape of the body and direction. With this in mind, this kind of style may be considered body subordinate.

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Typically, neckties are considered to be body dominant. Most ties will follow the shape of the body, accentuating the natural shape. Though ties generally draw attention to the torso area, it is important to realize that attention is not created by altering the shape. Considering this simple definition, one would consider the majority of neckties to be body dominant. 

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