Happy Cyber Monday - Bargains are Still Available

Happy Cyber Monday! This Cyber Monday our offer from Black Friday continues and we are still offering a fantastic 20% off! Just use the code: BLACKFRIDAY at the checkout to apply your discount. Cyber Monday is now one of the biggest shopping days of the year, today is a great opportunity to grab you last minute Christmas gifts or even get an early start on next years birthday presents. Why not take advantage of our great discount and have a look at our huge variety of products. From ties, bow ties and cravats to waistcoat, scarves and lapel pins you are bound to find something you love at www.fabties.com. We also offer free standard delivery on all UK orders!

These Christmas ties would make a perfect secret Santa present, its not too late if you've forgotten we offer special next day delivery so you can buy a lovely last minute gift that will give the impression you never did forget. Any one of our Christmas ties would be a wonderful gift for your boss, a colleague, family member or anyone that loves ties and the festive season.

Socks are a Christmas stocking filler classic, we have such a great selection for designs and patterns. A pair of these novelty socks will bring a smile to anyone's face this Christmas. They could even make a great gift for New Years. We have socks fitting for different professions. For example these Stethoscopes Socks are great for a doctor, nurse or even a vet. Our Money Sign Socks would be great for an accountant or banker and these Periodic Table Socks will be perfect for a chemist or scientist. 

We have a vast collection of novelty ties, all with different patterns, designs and themes. You will find something to suit everyone. They are great for any man that likes to inject a bit of fun into their outfits. If you know any first world war fanatics this First World War Planes Tie by The Tie Studio could be the ideal gift. Our Happy Frogs Tie by Van Buck will suit any happy soul or an animal lover and this Emoji Icon Tie by Van Buck is perfect for anyone with a love for texting or social media.

How To Wear A Casual Cravat This Spring Bank Holiday

Its the Spring bank holiday this weekend, and its a great opportunity to get away from it all. Are you going on a city break for the long weekend? If you are we think casual cravats are the way to go and we have got a lovely variety available to buy and some great inspiration for what to wear them with.

Why not wear our wonderful Van Buck Navy Blue Swirl Pattern Cravat with a navy blue blazer, a pair of dusky red chinos and a white shirt for a statement look.

This outfit consisting of a grey slim fit houndstooth linen blazer, white cotton shirt, beige trousers and a Van Buck Tiny Paisley Red and Navy Blue Pattern Cravat create the perfect smart casual look, allowing you to look as dapper as ever without being too formal.

Another great outfit for day or night is this light blue shirt, black blazer, black slim fit trousers and Van Buck Tiny Paisley Navy and Red Patterned Cravat.

Here are some more outfit ideas:

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Our Dapper Man Of The Month For April

David Gandy

David James Gandy was born 19^th February 1980 in Billericay, Essex. He started his modelling career in 2001 at the age of 21 when he won a modelling competition on ITV This Morning, his prize was a contract with Select Model Management.

David stared annually in Dolce and Gabbana apparel campaigns and became the face of their extremely popular “Light Blue” men’s fragrance.

He has shot with some of the most sought-after international photographers including Mario Testino, Mariano Vivanco and Steven Meisel and has worked alongside supermodels including Giselle, Eva Herzigova and Scarlett Johansson.

In 2010 and 2012 he became the first ever male model nominated for British Fashion Council’s model of the year award.

As well as being a highly successful model David is also a keen businessman, writer and designer. He also featured in a short film alongside Helena Christensen. He is also an avid dog lover and racing enthusiast.

He is currently the face of Marks & Spencer’s David Gandy for Autograph and is currently signed to Select Model Management, Why Not Models and Ford Models.

Best Dressed Moments

Looking Stylish as ever David plumps for a smart casual look with a plain white shirt, charcoal grey V-neck jumper, Navy Blue blazer and a grey blue pocket square. 

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In the picture below at Mario Testino's Edition Launch Party he wears a charcoal grey suit and waistcoat with a blue shirt and light grey check print tie.

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At dog trainer Barry Karacostas' fundraising event David Gandy wore a speckled grey and mocha brown check print suit jacket, navy blue and white thin stripe shirt and black fine knit tie.

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On the red carpet at the GQ Men Of The Year Awards 2012  he wore a black velvet dinner jacket with lapel's, a white dress shirt with small black buttons, a black velvet bow tie and a white pocket square. 

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Behind the Scenes

On Sunday 10^th April we had our very first photo shoot. We had the fantastic photographer Robert Parfitt and model Thales Simpson Kent who has done shoots for a lot of  successful companies including Sony. We started the photo shoot at our offices at 9.00am. The main plan for the day was to get the majority of our products photographed and to do some lifestyle shots with the model.

We started outside our offices for some lifestyle shots of Thales in and around a Mercedes A-Class AMG Line car wearing some very smart and stylish black trousers, a black dinner jacket and some aviator sunglasses with our Van Buck limited addition platinum pocket square and tie.

Next we went into the office to do our product shots. We took three photos of each tie one rolled up, one of the front, and one of the back.

Later we went on location to a lovely wooded area to do more lifestyle shots with all of our fantastic products. We were 

extremely fortunate that all the bluebells and blossom on the trees had started to bloom and the weather took favour on us with some wonderful spring time sunshine.   

We managed to take photos of 300 products and in total over the whole day we took around 4000 photos.

Where To Go & What To Wear For Your St Patricks Day Celebrations!

St Patrick's Day is soon! It's this Thursday 17th March 2016 and if you’re looking for things to do then below you’ll find the top 5 Irish pubs in London that might tickle your fancy. In this post, you’ll also find some attire inspiration for the festivities.

Top 5 Irish Pubs in London

1/ The Porterhouse

One of the largests bars in London, situated in Covent Garden with twelve different levels.The Porterhouse has a large range of ales, lagers and stouts. You can also find fine food and later in the evening, live music!

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2/ Waxy O’Connors

Waxy O’Connors can be found in the heart of the West End where you’ll receive a warm Irish welcome. Food is served all day long and live music 3 nights a week. Inside Waxy O’Connors, you’ll find 4 unique bars over 6 levels all linked together by a maze of passages and staircases.

What’s on: On St Patricks Day, 17th March from 21:45, they have live music with The Hares.

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3/ The Cow

The Cow is situated in Nottinghill and known for their oysters and great Guinness. On the menu, they have dishes like Beef and Guinness Pie and Sausages and Mash.

What’s on:

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4/ Blythe Hill Tavern

The Blythe Hill Tavern is a CAMRA award-winning pub where you can find a great selection of ales on tap. It’s one of London’s Real Heritage Pubs, located in Forest Hill, south east London. There’s traditional live Irish music every Thursday all year round, which makes it a great place to relax and meet friends. Last year, the Blythe Hill Tavern was awarded the Best Pub and Cider Pub in the South East and named “the best in London” by the Society for the Preservation of Beers from the Wood.

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5/ The Tipperary

The Tipperary is London’s Irish oldest pub situated in the very centre of the city, on Fleet Street. There’s a possibility that it was the first pub outside Ireland to serve draught Guinness. You'll also find cheap and cheerful Irish food and a friendly welcome.

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Outfit Inspiration

Here are 2 outfits that we've put together with a flare of St Patrick's Day.

The first outfit is a smart/casual look which features our Emerald Green Skinny Tie for £6.99 and can be bought by clicking here.

The second outfit can be for a groom, groomsmen or if you're attending a wedding. This look features our:

• Emerald Green Scrunchie Cravat for £7.99 and can be bought by clicking here.
• Emerald Green Pocket Square for £4.99 and can be bought by clicking here.
• Emerald Green Cufflinks for £4.99 and cab be bought by clicking here.