Tie is an essential attribute of business style. A man in a good tie is solid, beautiful and expensive. By itself, this element of clothing is already an accessory, but it has its own small decorations. Although it must be said that they all have their share of functionality.
Gold tie pin is a historical component. To understand this, you need to look at the history of the appearance of the tie.
Tie history
Ties-ribbons familiar to us appeared in England at the end of the nineteenth century. And then clamps were invented for them. Such clips are still used everywhere today, they help to keep the tie in one place and prevent its ends from spreading.
However, until the nineteenth century, there were no ties as such. Neckerchiefs took their place. These scarves were made of rather slippery materials - silk, satin. They were also made from cambric, muslin and other fabrics with a beautiful texture. The golden pin was an integral part of this accessory. She fixed the knot in the right place orhelped keep the folds of the neckerchief in proper position.
Pin: accessory or necessity?
Golden pin is perhaps the only functional piece of jewelry that has established itself among accessories. The first primitive pins were made from fragments of stone and bone. They have been used since the Stone Age. Over time, the pins have been upgraded.
But in Ancient Rome, the functional role of the fastener disappeared from the life of pins - in this field they were replaced by buttons and hooks, and the decorative fibula (one of the granddaughters of a prehistoric pin) was replaced by brooches. After all, jewelry pins have a place only in the men's wardrobe.
Closest to modern necktie pins are scarf pins, created in ancient China for high-ranking dignitaries. Their luxurious outfits required no less luxurious and expensive accessories. Thus, gold pins studded with loose precious stones appeared, the purpose of which was to hold in the proper position no less bright and luxurious scarves.
Does a modern tie need a pin?
The advent of ribbon ties did not throw the tie pin into the far corner. She took on a more familiar shape and continued to fulfill her duties - to keep the magnificent knots in the proper form.
Do you really need gold tie pins? They owe their popularity among the modern variety of accessories to some particularly complextie knots. For example, such as "ascot". This knot is tied by the English at weddings and the annual royal races, thanks to which it actually appeared. In other countries of our diverse world, a tie in this version of wearing is gaining the position of a stylish and unusual accessory. And, accordingly, a tie pin walks around the world with him, without which this knot is simply unthinkable.
Another type of tie that uses the functional side of the pin is the lavaliere. We owe its appearance to one of the royal favorites. It has been extremely popular for a long time. It was worn by both men and women. However, due to the complexity of the knot and the huge amount of time it took to tie it, it soon began to give way to other, less complex knots. Now lavalier ties are sold with a ready-made knot and are gaining their popularity again. The tie pins prevent the knot from slipping on the silk of the tie and keep the design in its proper shape and place.
Changes and disappearance of the tie pin
Initially, the design of the pin was strict. A thin rod topped at the end with a pearl, precious stone or cameo. Refined and not pretentious. However, in the fifties of the nineteenth century there was a boom in jewelry pins. They began to decorate with monograms, miniature scenes. Each pin has become a reflection of the extravagance and taste of the owner. At the same time, pins with horseshoes appeared - for good luck.
But, unfortunately, with the start of mass production of tapeties, this accessory became available to the middle class, and the need for a tie pin gradually disappeared. Because there is no longer a need for it. There was no need for the middle class to contrive intricate knots or intricate draperies.
Gold pin: luxury or elegance?
However, there will always be people able and willing to prove and expose their financial position. One of the ways of such unobtrusive proof was a gold tie pin.
The functionality of this element again faded into the background. First of all, the subtlety of the work with which the golden pin is made is appreciated. Its elegance, style and high cost.
A gold pin for men in a duet with gold cufflinks is an essential element of style, security and an indicator of refined taste.
How to wear a safety pin?
Wearing a tie pin is an art, just like wearing a tie. How to wear a golden pin?
It must be selected with particular care. It should not distract attention from its owner. It should be remembered that in any case, a gold pin is a decorative element. It doesn't have to be the most expensive part of the costume. A pin is like a bank account. Don't show everyone the number of zeros.
It is very important for a man to know how to wear a gold pin. The photos in the article show us the impeccability of the imagewith a properly selected and worn gold pin. If, besides her, you use some other accessories in your costume, make sure that they are in harmony with each other. It is best if it is a tastefully selected set. It’s great if a woman helps you with this, because who understands all the intricacies and nuances of fashion and style better than she? Be courageous and beautiful!
