You don’t need to be a skilled tailor to know the basics of necktie construction, but do you hear for six-fold neckties. AKLASU’s Six-Fold Necktie isnot only beautiful, but is made to last. Six-Fold ties are produced from a single piece of silk fabric that is folded six times during construction. Unlike your common variety three-fold tie, the Six-Fold method requires more fabric which in turn lends greater weight to the tie, improves drape, and offers superior knots.
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AKLASUs Six-Fold Necktie
‘Tipping’ is the material used to finish the reverse side of the tie. In many ties, the tipping is of a different, contrasting material than that used for the body or ‘envelope’ of the tie. All AKLASU Six-Fold ties are self-tipped, meaning that the tipping is of the same, high quality silk as the envelope. Self-tipping is an indicator that no corners were cut; it shows an attention to even the smallest of details that will affect the quality and lifespan of your tie.
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AKLASUs Six-Fold Necktie
The ‘loop’ or ‘keeper’ is the band of material on the reverse of the envelope that secures the back blade or ‘tail’ of the tie. Six-Fold ties are constructed with a self-keeper which, like the tipping, is of the same silk material as the envelope.
The folds of AKLASU ties are secured at the back with a slip stitch, a single thread that runs the length of the tie, holding the material securely in place while also allowing it to stretch and regain its shape (i.e. breathe) after each use.
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AKLASUs Six-Fold Necktie
The bar tack is a heavy stitch that reinforces the slip stitch, ensuring that the folds of the tie are firmly held together. This subtle detail, as with every stitch of Six-Fold ties, is made by hand.
At AKLASU they value timelessness, which is why their Six-Fold ties are made of silk from Como, Italy.
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AKLASUs Six-Fold Necktie