CREATIVE BLACK TIE INSPIRATION WITH EBAY

Do you ever get the fear when dressing for black tie? You're really wanting to mix it up and go against the rules. Maybe a tartan suit, red bow-tie or a patterned shirt. But you suddenly think that this very bad and against the rules of black tie. You start to think that you’ll be asked to leave for being such a traditional rule breaker. 

But in reality, these traditional black tie rules can very much be broken in the modern day. Since we’re at the start of the party season, we started to think of this topic and took this picture in Italy. This is a very daring outfit but it certainly lends itself to a modern and stylish reinterpretation of black tie wear. The tartan is smart and great for winter while the gold provides a luxury edge. The velvet waistcoat gives a dandyish finish and the playful silver bow tie lapel pin will bring a smile to whoever sees it. 

Get a Similar Look at Ebay Fashion: 

Gold Skinny Tie - A simple golden tie which is perfect for the party season. Try match it against another garment in the same colour for full effect. 

Navy Slim Fit Trousers - Keep the trousers simple. Especially if you re going to go for a tartan or pattern waistcoat on top. Too much all at once never works. 

Velvet Waistcoat - Check out this jazzy little number. An on trend pattern meets a soft velvet feel formal waistcoat. Bring on the party season! 

Tartan double breasted blazer - Check out this jazzy little number. An on trend pattern meets a soft velvet feel formal waistcoat. Bring on the party season! 

Wool Check Trench Coat - A similar check wool overcoat made from Tweed, giving it a countryside heritage style. We really like the orange and purple lines which brings plenty of playful personality. 

Tartan Scarf - Why not take the tartan look to the next level and match the coat with a fleece scarf. You can take it off when you arrive but it ll look good and keep you warm during your journey. 

White Tab Collar Shirt - This shirt has a unique and interesting twist. The tab collar gives the look a more regal style and will be a standout feature to your black tie attire. 

White Classic Shirt - To keep things smart and formal, this Savile Row men s non-iron classic fit shirt will do just fine. It s also a double cuff so don t forget about the cufflinks. 

This Collection is part of an eBay competition that is running over November and December, and if you Follow you will be in with a chance to win an eBay voucher to the value of £20. The winner will be chosen at random from their eBay ID and notified by the 5th January.