Black Pindot vs Navy Butterfly Bow Tie: Which to Pick
By The Black Tux | Premium Online Suit & Tuxedo Rentals | Published: 2026-10-25
Category: Comparisons
Compare the Black Pindot Silk Bow Tie and Navy Butterfly Bow Tie from The Black Tux. We break down the trade-offs in style, formality, and rental options to help you choose.
Quick answer
Choose the Black Pindot Silk Bow Tie for a classic, understated formal look at a lower rental price. Choose the Navy Butterfly Bow Tie if you want a richer color that works for both formal and semi-formal events, even though it costs more.
Style and formality differences
The Black Pindot Silk Bow Tie features a subtle pindot pattern on a black background, making it a versatile choice for black-tie events where you want a bit of texture without drawing attention. Its classic butterfly shape is the standard for formal occasions.
The Navy Butterfly Bow Tie offers a solid navy blue color that stands out more against a white shirt or black tuxedo. While still appropriate for many formal events, navy also transitions well to semi-formal or business settings where a black bow tie might feel too somber.
Rental and purchase options
Both bow ties are available as a rental or a keep rental, but the Black Pindot is also offered at a lower catalog price point (USD 7.50 vs USD 20.40). This makes it an economical choice if you only need it for one event.
The Navy Butterfly Bow Tie is priced higher, but its keep rental option lets you hold onto it after the event, which can be worthwhile if you expect to wear it again.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Pattern vs solid: The Black Pindot's subtle pattern gives texture without breaking formality. The Navy Butterfly's solid color is more straightforward and versatile across dress codes.
- Price and rental value: The Black Pindot is significantly cheaper to rent (USD 7.50) and perfect for a single use. The Navy Butterfly costs more (USD 20.40) but offers a keep rental option if you want to own it later. If you only need a bow tie once, the Black Pindot saves you money. If you might reuse it, consider the Navy Butterfly's keep rental.
- Formality range: Black pindot is best for black-tie and formal events. Navy works for formal events but also fits semi-formal and business attire, giving you more wardrobe flexibility.
Product facts
- Black Pindot Silk Bow Tie: 100% silk, pre-tied with an adjustable strap, black pindot pattern in a butterfly shape. The pindot pattern adds subtle visual interest while remaining formal enough for black-tie events.
Black Pindot Silk Bow Tie - Navy Butterfly Bow Tie: 100% silk, pre-tied with an adjustable strap, solid navy blue color in a butterfly shape. The solid navy color offers a bolder look that can be worn for both formal and semi-formal occasions.
Navy Butterfly Bow Tie
Which one should you choose?
Best for
- Guests attending a black-tie wedding or gala who want a classic look on a budget
- Renters looking for the lowest-cost formal bow tie option
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants a bow tie that can work for both formal and semi-formal events
- Those who prefer a solid-color bow tie over a patterned one
