Drawn from Robert Keyte’s Bodiam studio archive, the Midnight Repeating Square tie revives a refined English neat defined by its disciplined diamond motif set against a deep midnight ground. The small repeating squares are evenly spaced to create a balanced rhythm across the surface, offering understated pattern with precise proportion.
The rich navy base provides depth and versatility, while the ivory woven squares introduce quiet contrast without disrupting the overall composure of the design. From a distance, the tie reads as a classic navy essential. Up close, the crisp geometry of the repeating motif reveals the careful scale and clarity characteristic of archival silk patterns.
Rooted in British textile tradition and thoughtfully reintroduced through the Bodiam archive, this design embodies restraint and versatility, pairing effortlessly with navy, charcoal, and mid-grey tailoring while adding subtle visual interest.
Resurrecting the longevity of quality, Kirby Allison Sovereign Grade ties are handmade in the United Kingdom using understated craftsmanship of the highest quality, reflecting the quiet excellence sought out by sovereigns in times past. All ties are fully handmade by skilled craftspeople to our exact standards. Premium linings are used to ensure a beautiful knot and all ties are hand-slipped for added longevity.