The Black Set

The Pairing A black grenadine tie with a white silk square: a black tie and pocket square set for the most formal end of the wardrobe. The square does not match the tie. White silk against black grenadine is a contrast of texture and tone, which is the relation done at its simplest. Both are made by hand in Italy. How to Wear It This is the formal answer, for black tie, weddings, and occasions that leave no room for error. Black grenadine reads as texture rather than flat black, and the white silk square keeps the face clean. Black shoes, always. What's in the Set The set holds the black grenadine tie, woven in Como from silk grenadine, wool-interlined and tipped, and the white silk pocket square, finished with hand-rolled edges. For the reasoning behind the pairing, read The Pocket Square, Paired, or see the Tie & Pocket Square Sets.