I take it this is the tie you are referring to... ...the thickness of the stripes and there distribution is not right and also the shade of blue not dark enough. My ties are a much closer match and they also cost less than the sopranos ties. Quality wise I've not seen the sopranos tie in person but people who have bought one and one of my ties have all said they prefer mine. Also they have professional photographers to take pictures of their products, I do not. I can assure you the quality is very good. A few guys on here have bought ties and I shall ask them to leave feedback here once they recieve them. If your happy with your tie that's fine.