Black Tie Essentials

It is often said that it’s the small details that make the difference, and this is no more apparent than when talking about evening wear.

With the party season upon us, it is time to start thinking about what to wear, and no, it’s not as simple as just wearing a dinner jacket. There are some serious sartorial pitfalls when it comes to black tie, most notably an ill fitting suit.

What is important is that your accessories do the talking, they can finish off the look sublimely, equally they can make you look like a nineties banker if you’re not careful.

We have picked a few of our favourite accessories, which providing they are matched with a well cut suit, should keep you out of the murky waters this party season.

GUCCI – PATENT – LEATHER HORSEBIT SLIPPERS, If there is one brand that does elegance, it’s Gucci. These patent-leather slippers are true craftsmanship and feature the iconic horsebit detailing. £450 mrporter.com

LANVIN – LARGE VELVET BOW TIE, The oversized Lanvin bow tie is the perfect finishing touch to a well-cut dinner jacket. This very on trend velvet bow tie is the statement accessory that will make you stand out for all the right reasons. £75 mrporter.com

LANVIN – CRYSTAL CUFFLINKS, These subtle but eye catching cufflinks will add a touch of glamour to your outfit. £125 mrporter.com

FALKE – WOOL-BLEND SOCKS, Established in 1895, this German knitting mill is still owned by the same family, and their products are known for their superior quality. £12 mrporter.com

PINK – MARCELLA SLIM FIT EVENING SHIRT, From renowned Jermyn Street shirt makers, Thomas Pink, comes this simple, yet classic evening shirt, with a semi cutaway collar and double cuff. £99 thomaspink.com