Bowtie? Or no?

I'm about to board the Acela train to NY Penn Station for meetings in NYC this afternoon and tomorrow. So I'm sitting here at the Providence Amtrak station and so far I've scoped four elderly gentlemen with bowties.

Two of them just look like retired guys who like to look dapper. One of them I recognize as a professor at my undergrad university here in Providence. I didn't have him, but I recognize him from around campus. Never seen him without a bowtie. The fourth guy actually doesn't look that old, maybe mid fifties. He's in a very nice suit, very expensive looking and definitely tailored. Maybe a banker?

So, do you wear bowties?
If yes, why?
If no, what do you think when you see a bowtie?

And girls... I'm asking you too! Do you wear them? What do you think of them? Or of men in them?

Let's talk fashion!

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Harmonium1923 · 56-60, M

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.

sarabee1995 · 31-35, F

@Harmonium1923 Interesting. "Make it your signature"?

Was the idea then to make you more memorable?

Or to provide a more upscale impression?

Or something else?

Harmonium1923 · 56-60, M

@sarabee1995 I wanted to be distinctive, classy and a bit old fashioned. But at some point it started to feel more geeky.

sarabee1995 · 31-35, F

@Harmonium1923 Got it! 🙂