The last time I wore suit and tie was about more than 20 years ago. I hardly go to any important events or functions.
Was it a silk Polka-dot tie? Or something more subtle?
I never wore that type of tie. I don't even remember which, but I don't think it was that kind. 
I bet your more of a white crew new neck and gym shorts kind of guy. Am I right?
I do wear white T-shirts almost every day and shorts, but they are just plain cheap. 
Suits are overrated and way to pricey for how much you end up using them. I think gym shorts and V neck are way more comfortable.
I think more and more people are dressing casually. The places where you have to dress up would be court room, funeral, and wedding.
So it fits horribly, costs a lot, and you don't use it much. Kind of a smack in the face when you consider the average cost of a wedding or funeral is in the thousands of dollars.
You can go to Costco, Walmart and Target to get a bundle of casual shirts and shorts. They may not always be sold in a bundle.
I don't know how big you are but Fruit of the Loom has shirts for plus size men.