Bowtie? Or no?

Standard neckties were part of our school uniform. I wore one just about every school day from the age of eight to eighteen.

Bow ties would have been a welcome alternative, certainly.

My dressing up tends towards formal gowns, though I can see the attraction and style of the photograph posted by @ArtieKat. I can well imagine turning up like that to one of Mummy and Daddy's Christmas parties.

Bow ties on guys - away from the DJ/tux - can be stylish, but must be supported by a good quality and well-ironed shirt and a bespoke suit. Otherwise, they can be redolent of the classic absent-minded professor.

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My tie collection consists of several colors of BOWTIES and a few Bolo Ties.

The BOLO ties are the "official neckwear of Arizona" and in addition to giving the chance to show off some original native jewelry (in the clasp/slide of the tie), I like the fact that it they are instant "conversation" starters with the non-locals (or SNOWBIRDS as we like to call them).

I ditched regular ties many years ago when I was provided a high-end traditional BOWTIE to wear as best man at a wedding. The groom wore a red one and the wedding party all wore black ones. I found it to be very comfortable and liked the fact that it was not flapping off my chest at the reception. That was what got me started on BOWTIES.... Now I have a collection and none of them are the clip-on cheapos. I guess I just like the fact that they make a suit really "pop" and very few, if any, others will be wearing them at gatherings... so it gives a guy a chance to stand out from the crowd.

At my wife's hospital, traditional neckties are discouraged on hygiene grounds. So those doctors senior enough not to have to wear uniform, and who wish to cut a sartorial dash, often wear bowties.

On the childrens ward they theme each day of the week according to the colours of the rainbow 🌈 The consultant paediatrician has seven bowties in each colour. Every so often he will wear the "wrong" colour on the ward and the first child to spot the error is given a small treat . . used to be a bag of sweets, but now more likely to be fruit given the global obesity epidemic!

It's absolutely subjective and most probably just my own perception, but it feels a bit outdated to me? Same as shoulder straps.

However just a few weeks ago I was at some fancy-àss super modern restaurant/bar, and the waiters (most of whom were younger than myself) had both, so I'm guessing they're still popular in some circles

The men I know who favor bow ties are each unique and original thinkers who are fascinating to talk to. Maybe this is why I don’t wear a bow tie.

Just to prove my equality credentials, Sara!

Random pic off the net - but isn't she classy?

I like floral bow ties if it’s a fine dining experience or wedding in the summer. In the winter, I’m much more apt to wear a regular tie. Both are only worn if necessary. I much prefer a button down shirt or polo.

I don't often wear bow-ties - I do enjoy dressing up in a dinner suit (tux) though. Confession time: I never learned to tie a bow properly but I did learn a cheat's tip - wear a ready-made bow and carry an untied one in your pocket. When it gets late and everybody has had several too many drinks, take off the bowtie and replace it with the artfully-draped classic tie.

I like bowtie pasta. In a creamy alfredo sauce with chicken or shrimp.

Does Acela have a dining car?

I love bowties. We see them on a number of our doctors here, and it seems to be a conscious choice for the young ones, whether they’re going to be a bowtie doc. They feel more personable and accessible and trustworthy in that profession. Otherwise I find them sweetly nostalgic, like the man wearing them is just who he is and not affected so much by what the rest of the world has decided. Funny how such a small thing can create such inexplicably strong sensations. 🤷‍♀️

I used to wear bow ties when I was younger (I work in business). I thought I’d make it my signature, especially since I’m short and slim and have trouble finding ties my size. But ultimately I decided it wasn’t quite the professional image I wanted and I’ve worn regular neckties for many years now.

I wore one at the engineer ball

I think on older gentlemen it's very dapper. I don't like them on younger men unless they are wearing a Tux.

As far as on women i have never been a fan as a fashion statement . A collar buttoned up to the neck is sufficient

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Last time I wore a bowtie was for First Communion when I was 9-10. Not really a fan of em' too old fashioned.

Were ok for awhile now usually much older gentlemen than me wear them

The only time I've ever worn a bowtie is with a tux.

I'm so stodgy that I don't like them. Always associated them with a "hey, look at me" mentality and that is totally not my personality.

Suspenders and bow tie

Nit a lover of bowties
But certainly love ties and cuff links

I like them in men

Controversial opinion here maybe, but unless you're wearing a tuxedo or it's a white tie event, there's no excuse for a bow tie unless you want to look like a clown or a geezer, or possibly both.