Colloquially known as the Government Tartan, Black Watch has been an esteemed and recognisable check pattern since 1725, when it was first used for the uniforms of King George I's regimental ranks. We're especially fond of this modern tie interpretation from Lanvin. Cut slim for contemporary appeal, and woven from a substantial wool-blend, it retains the same deep green, blue and black hues signature to the motif. Shown here with a Charvet shirt .

• Black, deep green and midnight blue Black Watch check wool-blend tie
• 88% wool, 12% nylon
• Dry clean
• Made in France