Tie proportion internal build and artwork approval

Set the Proportion Before Mapping the Artwork

A flat print can move into a fold, knot or back section. Approve the dimensions, internal build and artwork on one finished tie.

Define the Full Width Profile

Do not specify only the widest point. Record the blade, body, neck section and smaller blade.

Slim silk tie width profile

Slim Profile

Define the main blade, transition, neck section, smaller blade and finished length.

Classic silk tie width profile

Classic Profile

Use a measurement sheet or reference tie to set the balance at several points.

Buyer-specified silk tie dimensions

Buyer-Specified Profile

Send your own dimensions and note the knot, collar, wearer range or box that must be considered.

Silk tie fold interlining seam and end construction

Approve the Internal Build with the Outer Silk

The tie surface and inside must be sampled together.

  • Outer silk
    Select the weave, momme, color or print for the required appearance.
  • Interlining
    Choose it with the tie dimensions, fold and target finished hand.
  • Construction
    Approve the fold, closing seam, ends and finished thickness on the sample.
Tie artwork mapped to blade knot and neck sections

Map Artwork to the Finished Tie Sections

Review design placement after folding, sewing and knotting.

  • Main blade
    Set logo, stripe or motif scale, direction and visible position.
  • Knot and neck
    Mark what may enter the knot, fold or collar area.
  • Small blade
    Define its artwork, direction and relationship to the back seam.
Tie back seam keeper labels and packaging

Specify Back Details, Labels and Packing

Finish the reverse side and package from the approved sample.

  • Back details
    Record the closing seam, end finish, reinforcement and keeper loop.
  • Labels
    Set the main, care or origin label and hang-tag positions.
  • Packing
    Confirm the fold, single or set assortment, pouch, paper box or gift box.
Tie artwork construction label and packing matrix

Control Artwork Versions and Pack Assortments

Give every design one complete production and packing record.

  • Tie record
    Link dimensions, silk, interlining, construction and label.
  • Artwork record
    Assign color, print version, direction and placement to each design.
  • Pack record
    State whether ties pack alone or as a set and list each quantity.

Continue the Tie Project

Continue with the outer silk, print file and production decisions.

Silk tie printing cutting sewing inspection and packing

Carry Artwork Direction Through Construction

The approved pattern and artwork direction guide printing, cutting, folding and sewing before ironing, inspection, labelling and packing in our factory.

Send Your Tie Specification

Include the width profile, length, reference tie or internal build, silk, artwork, placement, labels, packaging and quantity by design.

Request a Quote
Width Profile
Full proportion
Internal Build
Fold and interlining
Finished Sample
Final reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the proportion, interlining, artwork and construction questions needed for a tie quote.

No. Define the finished length, width profile, main and small blade proportions and neck section for each program.
Yes. Mark which proportions, fold, interlining, seam and end details should stay the same and which may change.
Yes. Digital and screen printing are completed in-house. Map the design to the finished sections and approve it after folding, sewing and knotting.
Review it with the silk, dimensions, fold, target hand and intended knot, then record the approved build from the sample.
Provide the dimensions, reference tie or internal-build direction, silk, artwork, color, placement, labels, packaging and quantity by design.