while most associate a tie with work...think suit...crisp white shirt...and tie...there are ways to incorporate the "not so serious" tie with a casual look...
there might be a sports jacket involved...perhaps just a shirt and vest...the tie doesn't even have to be completely knotted tight...and what you get is a very put together casual look...you won't look like you put no thought into what you are wearing...still looking hip without being too structured...
the point is...make it fun...with a "not so serious" print...here are some great examples...
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| classic gingham tie j crew |
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| yacht seersucker tie j crew |
