Blick
Silk Bow Tie
This product is a self-tie silk bow tie, crafted from pure silk with a shimmering moiré effect. It is designed to be tied by the wearer for formal occasions such as weddings, galas, and black-tie events. The bow tie features a dark navy hue, as seen in product images, and offers a textured weave with a subtle luster.
- Material
- Luxe pure silk weave
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- formal, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Neckties
Color
Size
Specifications
Elegant self-tie silk bow tie with shimmering moire effect
Self-tie styling, shimmering moire effect, pure silk construction
- Material
- Luxe pure silk weave
- Style
- formal, classic
- Occasion
- formal, wedding, party
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Neckties
Additional Attributes
- Blick at Le 31 design
- Shimmering moire effect
- Luxe pure silk weave
- Self-tie styling
Product Insights
The Blick moire silk self-tie bow tie (on sale for $29.95, competitive with M&S pure silk) delivers formalwear's ultimate fabric, its shimmer shifting with movement and light to create an animated water-like depth that sets it apart from satin. The self-tie design signals authentic formality with asymmetry, while an adjustable neckband ensures a custom fit. Tradeoffs: moire silk requires professional dry cleaning (water permanently removes the pattern) and is less durable to repeated tying than standard silk, though 100% silk breathes naturally and stays crisp in humid summer conditions.
Verified claims
- Moire effect
- Shimmer shifts with movement and light, creating an animated water-like depth.
- Care
- Moire fabric requires professional dry cleaning; water can permanently remove the watermark pattern.
- Formal standing
- Ultimate formal fabric: moire silk, above satin, self-tie.
- Visual effect
- Moire’s rippled sheen creates depth and sets it apart.
- Self-tie
- Self-tie's asymmetry signals authentic formalwear.
- Fit adjustability
- Adjustable neckband ensures a custom fit not possible with pre-tied.
- Value
- $29.95 sale price is competitive with M&S pure silk but offers moire finish
- Durability
- The calendering that creates the moire pattern makes this silk thinner and more delicate than untreated silk, so it requires careful handling.
- Breathability
- 100% silk breathes naturally, stays crisp in humid summer conditions.
- Neckband length range
- Typically fits neck sizes from about 14 to 18 inches, though exact measurements are not provided.
- Bow width
- Exact tied bow width is not specified, but a classic self-tie bow typically measures about 2 to 2.5 inches.
- Color
- The bow tie is navy, a dark formal shade that suits evening and formal wear.
Product record
- Title
- Silk Bow Tie
- Brand
- Blick
- Price
- 59 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
An untied self-tie bow tie laid flat showing both tapered straps and the two bow-shaped ends; fabric has a subtle ribbed texture and a darker inner lining visible near the knot area.
- Overall shapeUntied self-tie bow tie arranged flat with two long narrow straps converging toward a wider bow end on each strap; ends have a flattened butterfly silhouette.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.03 · w 0.78 · h 0.94 (high) - Left strapLong narrow strap running from upper-left toward center with a rectangular folded tip and visible seam along its edge.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.20 · h 0.52 (high) - Right strap and right bow endWider strap that transitions into a broad, gently curved bow end with a slightly squared outer edge; fabric lays with slight roll and soft creasing near the join.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.24 · w 0.48 · h 0.62 (high) - Left bow endOpposing broad bow-shaped end with a curved waist and flared tip, showing similar profile and fabric texture as the right end.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.46 · w 0.36 · h 0.44 (high) - Fabric textureFine diagonal ribbing visible across the surface, giving a subtle striped effect in the weave.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.70 (high) - Inner lining visibleDarker inner underside of the strap is visible near the top fold where the straps overlap, contrasting slightly with the outer fabric.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Flat-lay product photograph on a neutral light gray background with soft shadowing; even studio lighting minimizes strong highlights.
- Background and lightingEven light gray background with soft diffuse lighting; faint soft shadow appears below and to the left of the bow tie.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionTop-down flat-lay view with the untied bow tie positioned diagonally across the frame, leaving negative space at top-right and bottom-left.
- Image qualitySharp focus on fabric details and edges; no visible text or tags in this view.
Colors
dark navy· outer fabric#242631black· inner lining#333543- Overall shapeUntied self-tie bow tie arranged flat with two long narrow straps converging toward a wider bow end on each strap; ends have a flattened butterfly silhouette.
- 02
Product
A pre-tied silk bow tie shown flat-on with a central knot and two symmetrical wings; visible fabric texture with slight sheen and soft folds.
- Overall shapePre-tied bow tie with a central cylindrical knot and two wide, slightly rounded rectangular wings extending left and right.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.36 · w 0.94 · h 0.28 (high) - Central knotProminent wrapped knot at the center, slightly raised with visible stitching and a narrow band of fabric encircling it.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.45 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high) - Left wing detailLeft wing shows soft folds and a curved outer edge; fabric puckers inward toward the knot creating a shallow concave shape.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.36 · w 0.43 · h 0.28 (high) - Right wing detailRight wing is symmetrical to the left with slight creasing and a folded lower corner visible at the outer edge.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.36 · w 0.43 · h 0.28 (high) - Fabric textureFine ribbed or twill-like weave visible across the surface, producing a subtle linear texture with a soft sheen.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.38 · w 0.60 · h 0.22 (high) - Surface finishSlight luster highlights on raised folds and edges indicating a smooth, shiny fabric finish.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.37 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Product photographed on a clean white background with soft shadow beneath; centered horizontal composition with generous top and bottom whitespace.
- BackgroundUniform white background occupying the full image outside the bow tie.
- ShadowSoft neutral shadow directly under the bow tie, slightly darker beneath the knot and wings.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.58 · w 0.40 · h 0.06 (medium) - Shot compositionCentered, top-down product shot showing the front face of the bow tie with even studio lighting and minimal reflections.
Colors
dark navy blue· bow fabric#2D3542- Overall shapePre-tied bow tie with a central cylindrical knot and two wide, slightly rounded rectangular wings extending left and right.