By Graham Tibbetts
Last Updated: 8:36AM GMT 07 Nov 2008
Red tie - Wearing wrong tie to interview could cost you the job
A red tie gives an impression of strength, passion and masculinity

Opting for a purple tie could be seen as a sign of arrogance while woven ones may overpower the interviewer.

According to the style guide, produced for the tie maker Peckham Rye, the colour and type of neck wear can reveal a great deal about its owner.

While those who wear purple ties are likely to be arrogant and gaudy, people opting for brown tend to be reliable.

Wearers of yellow ties are eager to stand out and unafraid of being different.

Red gives an impression of strength, passion and masculinity and maroon or navy ties exude harmony, tranquility and confidence.

Pink, however, risks making the wearer appear in need of sympathy or admiration.

Ludwig Lowenstein, a psychologist who advised Peckham Rye, said: "When one considers the nature of the person wearing a particular colour of tie one must also take into consideration other aspects of the personality such as whether the person dresses to impress, wants to attract or control or look superior.

"Colours have been used throughout history to denote power, fear, anxiety and to have many other symbolic characteristics.

"Many people are impressed by colour and how and when it is worn. Be careful as you may be judged on what you wear rather than who you are."

David Walker, of Peckham Rye, urged caution when choosing a tie for an interview.

"Never wear a woven tie to interview as they are expensive and bright in colour and bold in design. This can be overpowering for the interviewer so a printed tie which is more conservative, should be worn," he said.

"Only wear a bow tie to an interview.... if it is for job as a clown."

He also said that using an impressive knot such as a Windsor or half-Windsor demonstrated confidence.

When l used to go for interviews, l always preferred woven golds. Never have liked printed silks. 

l found the comments on pink very interesting.

Last edited by The_Shooman (2009-01-30 02:11:14)

Film Noir Buff wears pink, apparently he's popular wiff da ladies.

Last edited by The_Shooman (2009-01-30 05:59:21)

l treat all that crap written in that article like a grain of salt. Still...makes a fun read.

"Only wear a bow tie to an interview.... if it is for job as a clown."

Same could be said of tartan jackets or trousers.

Most people have the commonsense to dress appropriately for interviews. Onl the very insecure think clothing choice will be the most important factor in landing the job.

Dress books used to be more of an American fad 'Don't wear argyle socks' etc. They are now finding their way onto the UK market along with other 'self-help' stuff.

A pink tie? If you are in the Math Faculty at the University of Waterloo, perhaps ... http://www.math.uwaterloo.ca/navigation/About/pinktie.shtml