Replicate that Bow-Tie

Rather than seeing something you like and paying a ridiculous price for what it's actually worth, have you ever tried doing it yourself? Actually the way I see it, this is barely a 'do it yourself' project. When hearing the word 'tailoring', majority of people's first impressions are usually just clothing alterations. Nowadays there are many skillful tailors that can just about put anything together using a simple image to replicate. So instead of paying 3000 pesos ($60+) for a designer bow-tie, why not try and getting it done yourself. All you need is the materials and a general description for the tailor of what you're endeavoring.

The bow-tie found in image below is a Lanvin velvet bow-tie which I'm unsure of the retail price, but going by the brand, I can only assume it's worth beyond what you could imagine. I casually came across this image via the web, which then lead me pursue looking for something similar in different department stores.
Having no luck, I made my way to the local thrift-store to source for a similar material of that specific color and opt for a custom bow-tie. I came across a used Ralph Lauren button up, made out of a very similar material to the velvet I was looking for. The shirt had cost me 100pesos ($2.50) and tailoring 300pesos ($7.50), so if the experiment didn't go as planned, it wouldn't be much of a loss.



It was within 4 days it took the tailor to form the bow-tie, which is actually a while - as it can be done in merely 2 hours. But due to a busy schedule for the tailor and myself, I happily waited to come the end result. I was very pleased with the outcome aside from seeing the two bow tie pleats as seen in the picture below. Not to worry though, I wasn't expecting the tailor to get everything right the first time, and their was enough left-over material from the shirt to make five more.


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14 comments:

  1. that's such a nice idea... though, i just started redesigning/altering my old clothes to make it to new ones... will try that too.. the bow-tie looks great.. and i'm bow-tie fan. haha..

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  2. Yes! This is a great way to have what you want without spending too much. :)

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  3. Great idea indeed and practical. =)

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  4. who's this amazing tailor? where can i find him?

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  5. how impressive!Robbie, where can we find a tailor like him?thanks

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  6. be fashionable and convenient at the same time why not??

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  7. Whereabouts was the thrift store where you got the Ralph Lauren shirt from?!

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  8. I really love your blog, and I'm glad I found it! Second, I'd really love to see your new ideas.. It helps me allot... I really admire your blog. I wait daily to check on your blog if there are any new posts. Congrats!Let me have 1 of those 5 bow-tie. Hahaha!

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  9. where i can find the tailor's shop. can you give me his contact. i really need it asap for my friend's debut this july.

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  10. btw, i super love your blog and your fashion. indeed, you are my inspiration when it comes to fashion! More success!

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  11. Hey Robbie, check this out: www.facebook.com/cuello.ph they make bow ties here in Manila :)

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  12. I wonder why bow ties are not as mainstream as neckties. Up to now, I haven't found a single bow tie that is not pre-assembled. Wharton's bow ties are a little cheaper than that customized one. But they do not look as good. Kudos! :)

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  13. I wonder why bow ties are not as mainstream as neckties. Up to now, I haven't found a single bow tie that is not pre-assembled. Wharton's bow ties are a little cheaper than that customized one. But they do not look as good. Kudos! :)(forgot to change profile in the previous comment.)

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