[Tim Correll]

I greatly prefer Grossa or Prometeo. The fine weaves just don't look as interesting to me. I don't have a 'red' from Hober, but I have a bright red grenadine that is likely the same as Hober's 'red'. The 'dark red' and 'burgundy' could both be described as burgundy. I'd call the darker one maroon. 'Dark red' is my favourite of the reds and goes elegantly with just about anything. The 'midnight blue' is much darker than the other two. 'Soft navy' has a very teal hue to it, and the 'navy' has a bit of the teal hue as well. Their provider of grenadine has yet another navy variation that is still very similar to the 'soft navy' that Hober offers. I just wore my midnight blue grenadine garza grossa tie from Hober yesterday, and it is a fantastic colour. I wore it with a navy blazer that it matches perfectly. It also goes very well with just about anything except lighter shades of blue. The lighter navy variants that Hober offers don't go well with so many things because the navy is too teal-like.

I disagree with the "midnight" navy tie not going with a light blue shirt. That's one of the best shirt and tie combinations, IMO.

 

[Tim Correll]

The dark red tie from Hober's is not that dark. I in fact have the burgundy one in repp on the way.

I also prefer the darker navy colors for a tie. A "darker" navy compared to a mid navy (these terms don't really exist) can ground a more bold sportscoat better. I have the midnight blue fina from Hober on the way as well. I briefly had a prometeo one and I think it sticks out a bit too much for my taste. Also the risk for pulls is higher.

Which grenadine weave has the best balance of an amount of texture that is just right and an immunity or resistance to pulls?

 

[Jackmack65]

I am looking at the Sam Hober grenadine ties. What are your thoughts on Grossa vs Fina? Also the colors red, dark red, and burgundy all look like different colors of burgundy. Similar for soft navy, navy, and midnight blue. I was thinking of the middle ones (dark red, and navy). My navy jacket looks just like midnight blue so I was going to steer away from that. Thoughts?

Hey, lurker here. I have two Sam Hober grenadines and I strongly recommend paying for some swatch sets. The colors you see on your monitor are going to vary from real life, and you really do want to see the real thing before you buy it. I prefer the grossa weave to the fina, but honestly, IMO it is really a matter of personal taste.

By the way you absolutely want these Sam Hober ties. They are hands down the best ties I've owned. I have a bright yellow and a deep purple, and every time I put them on I feel like a million bucks. David is among the best in terms of customer service as well, and the prices are certainly fair given the quality of the product. Get the swatches. It's well worth the money.

 

[doomx]

Which grenadine weave has the best balance of an amount of texture that is just right and an immunity or resistance to pulls?

They call all get pulls but the finer ones should be less prone of doing so. In terms of balance, this is a matter of personal comfort and taste as well as overall fit. I prefer fina grenadines for the office, but I can also see the appeal of Grossa/prometeo weaves. In my case, I am looking for a tie that is plain with a subtle texture, to wear with somewhat louder shirts and sports coats (guncheck, bolder strips, etc). In this case I don't want the texture of he tie to attract attention. This is why I chose fina weave. I also have a point tip navy knit tie that Has too much pattern for me to wear in the office commonly (I wear it1-2 per year).

 

[Matt S]

I disagree with the "midnight" navy tie not going with a light blue shirt. That's one of the best shirt and tie combinations, IMO.

Sorry, I meant suits in lighter shades of navy or marine blue. Those will be a mismatch with the midnight blue tie. It either has to be very close or contrast the other elements of the outfit.

 

[dr.butcher]

Make sure they are not very shiny, so stick to repp (twill) or grenadines.

Wool ties were all the rage a year or two ago. I got some from Drake's and Berg&Berg. Go nicely with tweed.

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[Tim Correll]

Sorry, I meant suits in lighter shades of navy or marine blue. Those will be a mismatch with the midnight blue tie. It either has to be very close or contrast the other elements of the outfit.

I completely agree with nidnight navy not going with lighter shades of navy lighter kinds of dark blue (such as indigo).

If marine blue is a lighter kind of dark blue, then I agree it doesn't go with midnight navy. However, if marine blue is a medium blue like royal blue, then it goes with midnight navy.

 

[Matt S]

I completely agree with nidnight navy not going with lighter shades of navy lighter kinds of dark blue (such as indigo).

If marine blue is a lighter kind of dark blue, then I agree it doesn't go with midnight navy. However, if marine blue is a medium blue like royal blue, then it goes with midnight navy.

Royal blue and navy are still very hard to pair because they are both powerful blues, but it can be done.

 

[SidRon]

Thanks for the help everyone. Just ordered the burgundy and midnight blue in fina from Sam. I will put the Argyle & Sutherland on the Christmas list.