A good necktie should feel good, is cut in three parts and should be made out of silk or at least fine wool:
 

(1) Feel A good tie should feel good in your hands. (2) Material The tie should be made of silk or fine wool. (3) Central Seam A handmade tie has a hand-sewn seam. (4) Seven-fold Tie The best neckties are made entirely out of silk. (5) Custom-made Necktie A custom-made necktie has the perfect length.