An oriental wedding is unlike any other: several days of celebration, outfits that change through the evening, and gold everywhere — in the jewellery, the décor, the light. The groom often makes two entrances: one in traditional dress, one in a suit. And that is where the choice of tie becomes decisive.
Why gold details make the difference
At an oriental wedding, gold is not an accessory — it is a language. The bride's takchita or kaftan shimmers with golden thread, the family jewellery is out, the whole room sparkles. A dark suit with no golden echo can feel disconnected from the celebration; a fully gilded outfit quickly becomes a costume.
The answer lies in one precise detail: a dark, understated tie crowned by a single golden element. That is exactly the idea behind the Harlem Tie OBSIDIAN: a black silk tie crowned with a 24-karat gold button. From afar, classic elegance; up close, a detail nobody else is wearing.
Which colour for which moment?
- Black suit or tuxedo: the Harlem Tie OBSIDIAN (deep black, gold button) — the groom's choice for the grand entrance.
- Midnight blue suit: the Harlem Tie MARINE — navy and gold answer each other naturally.
- Henna evening or warm tones: the Harlem Tie WINE (burgundy) harmonises with the reds and golds of the celebration.
Neither a classic tie nor a bow tie
The Harlem Tie is a crossover: more distinctive than a classic tie, less rigid than a bow tie. In the photos — and there will be many — it draws the eye without stealing the show.
The wedding party: one look for your witnesses
Brothers, witnesses, groomsmen: a coordinated party makes the group photos. Choose one colour for your witnesses and let the groom stand apart through his own — explore the Harlem collection.
Practical advice
- Size: the Harlem Tie comes in S to 3XL by collar width — see the size guide.
- Timing: ideally order 2–3 weeks before the big day to keep a comfortable margin.
- Delivery: free in the EU from €100 — practical when ordering for the whole party. 14-day returns.
Frequently asked questions
Tie or bow tie for an oriental wedding?
Both can work. The bow tie reads more formal and Western; the tie is more versatile across the different moments of the celebration. The Harlem Tie offers a modern in-between that fits the opulence of the occasion without costume-like stiffness.
Which tie with a midnight blue suit?
Tone on tone with the MARINE, or the black-and-gold contrast of the OBSIDIAN — both keep the golden thread of the evening.
What if the size is wrong?
Exchange or return within 14 days of delivery — just contact us and we will arrange it.
See also: Wedding tie or bow tie?