Wool ties — knit wool and woven wool
Wool ties come in two broad types: knit (a flat-knit or rib-knit construction with a square end) and woven (a standard necktie construction in a worsted or flannel wool cloth). The knit wool tie is the most casual — its square end and knit construction clearly signal a relaxed register. It pairs well with a button-down collar shirt and a tweed jacket. The woven wool tie is slightly more formal and can be worn in most business-casual settings.
Colours in wool ties run from classic solids — burgundy, navy, forest green, brown — to subtle textures and patterns in the same colour families. A wine-red knit tie with a glen plaid jacket is a classic pairing. A dark green woven wool tie with a charcoal flannel suit adds warmth and character without announcing itself.