Blick
Silk Bow Tie
4.5/5 (2)
CA$79.00CAD
In Stock
This is a self-tie silk bow tie in a pale ivory color, featuring a moire effect weave that gives it a subtle shimmer. The tie is made from pure silk and has two teardrop-shaped blades with a continuous neck strap. It is designed to be tied by hand for formal occasions.
- Material
- Luxe pure silk weave
- Gender
- male
- Style
- formal, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Neckties
Color
BlackWhite
Size
ONE SIZE
Specifications
Elegant silk bow tie with shimmering moire effect and self-tie styling.
Self-tie styling, pure silk weave, moire effect.
- Material
- Luxe pure silk weave
- Style
- formal, classic
- Occasion
- formal, wedding, party
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Neckties
Additional Attributes
- Blick at Le 31
- Elegant, shimmering moire effect
- Luxe pure silk weave
- Self-tie styling
Product Insights
The Blick Silk Bow Tie is a self-tie moiré silk bow tie offering an affordable entry into the silk formal tradition at 79 CAD. Moiré silk carries a formal pedigree from 19th-century court uniforms and is a recognized black-tie fabric, appropriate for white-tie events. The moiré effect is a permanent watermark created by calendering silk, giving a watermarked texture that shifts and shimmers with movement. The black variant's moiré is more subtle, while the white variant's brighter moiré is non-traditional for white-tie. Care requires dry cleaning to preserve the shimmer, as spot cleaning damages the silk and moiré finish.
Verified claims
- Visual effect
- Moiré's watermarked texture shifts and shimmers with movement, more subtly in Black than White.
- Heritage
- Moiré silk carries a pedigree from 19th-century court uniforms and is a recognised black-tie fabric, suitable for white-tie events.
- Production technique
- Moiré's rippled weave is mechanically calendered into the silk, not printed.
- Self-tie
- The bow tie is self-tie, following the black-tie rule that a man must tie his own bow tie.
- Formal pedigree
- Moiré silk has a formal pedigree, appropriate for white-tie and state occasions.
- Care
- Dry cleaning needed to preserve the moiré shimmer.
- Value
- 79 CAD self-tie moiré silk: affordable entry into silk formal tradition.
- Moiré
- Moiré effect is a permanent watermark created by calendering silk.
- White-tie compliance
- Black self-tie moiré bow tie is strictly appropriate for white-tie.
- White variant
- White variant's brighter moiré is non-traditional for white-tie.
- Formal occasions
- The black moiré option is traditionally appropriate for white-tie events.
- Cleaning
- Dry clean only; spot cleaning damages silk and moiré finish.
Product record
- Title
- Silk Bow Tie
- Brand
- Blick
- Price
- 79 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How it compares to other silk bow ties
- A self-tie bow tie is a foundational black tie rule: the Gentleman's Gazette states 'a man must tie his own bow tie' — at 79 CAD, this tie delivers that authentic touch rather than defaulting to a pre-tied clasp, which signals a commitment to proper formality that often gets sacrificed in the sub-100 CAD tier.
- The tie's pure silk composition aligns with the advice that 'it goes without saying that you should always opt for 100% silk because the look is much more sophisticated than a polyester bow tie' — this means the Blick tie avoids the plastic-like sheen of synthetics and brings a depth of lustre that elevates the entire black tie ensemble.
- The Gentleman's Gazette guide to black bow ties enumerates moiré as one of six classic fabric categories — this formal imprimatur means the Blick tie offers a textured, light-catching alternative to satin that remains firmly within traditional eveningwear boundaries.
- Moiré's watermarked pattern provides a depth of texture that flat satin cannot match, offering the wearer a point of sartorial individuality that still operates within the strict monochromatic framework of black tie.
What moiré silk brings to a bow tie
- The crinkled surface of moiré silk scatters light directionally, producing a châtoyant or 'cat's eye' effect where bands of highlight and shadow move across the bow tie as the wearer's stance or head position changes, lending a kinetic quality to an otherwise static accessory.
- The combination of a self-tie construction and a rarely-seen moiré silk weave signals a bow tie made for those who curate their formal wardrobe — it rejects the pre-tied convenience and the satin uniformity of rental-shop rigging in favor of a piece that requires and rewards personal interaction.
- Unlike a printed or woven-in pattern, moiré is a mechanical finishing effect achieved by compressing ribbed silk between heated, engraved rollers — the pressure crushes the weave into a permanent rippled watermark that reacts to light with a depth impossible to replicate in printed fabrics.
- Moiré's formal pedigree runs directly through 19th-century European court and diplomatic uniforms — the fabric was standard for British Civil Uniforms and French ceremonial sashes, embedding it with a legacy of institutional gravity that no other silk weave quite carries.
- Because moiré silk was historically woven into the dress codes of monarchies and governments, a black self-tie moiré bow tie is one of the few non-satin options that remains strictly appropriate for white-tie events and state functions, where its heritage trumps the conservative default of satin.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Untied self-tie bow tie laid flat showing both teardrop-shaped blades and an attached neck strap in a pale ivory textured fabric.
- Overall formUntied self-tie bow tie with two elongated teardrop blades and a continuous neck strap; blades narrow at the center and flare to flat paddle ends.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.68 · h 0.70 (high) - Neck strap detailSingle fabric neck strap extends from the top of the blades toward the upper left, showing a folded stitched tab near its free end.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.02 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (high) - Fabric textureFine woven texture visible across the surface giving a subtle diagonal or grainy pattern consistent across blades and strap.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.18 · w 0.50 · h 0.60 (high) - Blade shapingEach blade has a tapered middle section with seams at the narrowest point where the blade meets the central neck area; paddle ends are relatively flat and slightly asymmetrical in angle.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.42 · w 0.50 · h 0.48 (high) - Color appearanceSolid pale ivory or off-white color with a warm undertone and even coloration across the product.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.68 · h 0.66 (high)
Other
Top-down studio shot on a light gray background with soft diffuse lighting and faint drop shadows; product centered and fully visible within the frame.
- BackgroundFlat light gray background that contrasts with the product color.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting from above-left producing subtle diffuse shadows beneath the product, especially under the blades and strap.
- Shot compositionProduct arranged diagonally from top-left to bottom-right, photographed straight-on from above with slight perspective foreshortening of the strap.
Colors
pale ivory· main fabric#C4C3C3- Overall formUntied self-tie bow tie with two elongated teardrop blades and a continuous neck strap; blades narrow at the center and flare to flat paddle ends.
- 02
Product
Front-facing tied bow tie laid flat, showing symmetrical wings and a central knot; fabric has a fine horizontal ribbed texture and a subtle satin-like sheen.
- Overall shapeClassic bow tie shape with two broad, symmetric wings joined by a central tied knot; wings flare outward and have gently curved outer edges.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.34 · w 0.94 · h 0.34 (high) - Center knotVisible tied knot at the horizontal center with fabric gathered and wrapped tightly, creating small folds and a slightly raised profile.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.43 · w 0.11 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric textureFine woven ribbed texture visible across the surface, producing a subtle linear pattern on both wings and the knot.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.36 · w 0.40 · h 0.32 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.36 · w 0.40 · h 0.32 (high) - Surface sheenSoft satin-like sheen with highlights on wing surfaces and gentle shading in folds, indicating a smooth, slightly reflective finish.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.36 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (medium) - Wing edges and cornersOuter wing edges show slightly rounded corners and visible folded hems; right wing lower tip shows a small folded edge detail.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.32 (medium); x 0.78 · y 0.46 · w 0.19 · h 0.21 (medium)
Other
Product photographed on a clean white background with soft shadow beneath the bow tie; centered composition and even studio lighting.
- BackgroundUniform white background with no visible props or packaging.
- Shadow and lightingSoft diffuse shadow directly below the bow tie indicating overhead studio lighting; shadows are light and evenly distributed.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.66 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (medium) - CompositionBow tie is centered horizontally and placed in the upper half of the image area, leaving ample white space above.
- Image qualitySharp focus on fabric texture and edges; even exposure with no visible noise or motion blur.
Colors
ivory· main fabric (wings and knot)#DAD6D1- Overall shapeClassic bow tie shape with two broad, symmetric wings joined by a central tied knot; wings flare outward and have gently curved outer edges.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
2 total4.5
2 reviews · out of 5
De qualité.
★★★★★Denis L.
Facile à boucler.
listed as silk, more like taffeta
★★★★★Yvette S.
Looked great on and even better my 17 yr old figured out how to tie it himself! Only thing I wasn’t expecting was the water-marked detail of taffeta.
Q&A
2 answered- Does the moire effect create a subtle shimmer that changes with light, and how does it look in both the Black and White color options?
- Yes, the moire effect creates a subtle shimmer that changes with light, as described in the product details ('Elegant, shimmering moire effect'). In Black, the shimmer is more understated and elegant, while in White it tends to be more noticeable and bright.
- What is the recommended care method for this silk bow tie (dry clean only, or can it be spot cleaned)?
- We recommend dry cleaning for this 100% silk bow tie to preserve its fabric and moire effect. Spot cleaning is not advised as it may damage the silk or alter the shimmer.