If you're looking for an affordable and tie that works for all occasions, i recommend getting this. Bought for sons award ceremony and is perfect for any occasion. Very pleased with it.

The tie fabric is quite soft and smooth with a fine weave texture that gives it a nice satin sheen when it catches the light. It's not amazing silk, but it's well-sewn and looks sharp. Shirt was ironed so disregard wrinkles.

This black tie is standard enough to use as a weekly staple, while not looking boring. It can be used for unexpected emergency occasions where you need a black tie and that formal look but don't have the time or don't want to go broke for a single occ...  Read More

I searched for a satin tie & this is definitely not satin. The width is a nice size but the cheap look makes it look terrible. The color is not gold, its closer to the color of faded straw/diluted urine.