Tie It is a clothing accessory made of fine fabrics such as silk, known throughout the world for centuries and whose use has been attributed mostly to men. However, women in their attempt to wear a masculine «look», in the 1920s, dared to use it and without a doubt, to this day it is a accessory that not all of them bet on, but those who dare wear it with so much style and elegance that makes it a piece that everyone should have.
Despite its widespread use, many are unaware of the origin of the tie; This one comes from Croatia and dates back to approximately 1635. The story says that it all started when thousands of soldiers came to Paris to support Cardinal Richelieu and King Louis XIII, who wore a handkerchief tied around their necks with a knot that hung towards the Body. Later, the garment began to evolve and spread throughout Europe and America through the conquests; already at the time of the French Revolution, it was a symbol of aristocracy, class and distinction.
In the 1920s when women began to wear the masculine style, its diffusion was thanks to cinema and emblematic figures such as Katherine Hepburn, Marlene Dietrich, and later Diane Keaton, singer Avril Lavigne and Patti Smith, to name a few. In addition to the ties, other pieces were added such as vests, bow ties and garments in larger sizes.
Currently, there is no brand that has launched a line or collection of ties just for women, so there is no type of tie that is exclusively feminine, still there are designers who have been interested in this accessory, such as Hermès and Ralph Lauren; however, it seems not to be necessary, since the versatility of women allows them to use any style, even the masculine one, giving it their personal touch.
Now, you must take into account some information when selecting the right tie, if you dare to wear this style. The first thing is to consider the size of the tie, since it can affect the perception of your figure. For example, for those who are skinny, they can wear any type of tie; for those who are more plump and have pronounced curves, the use of narrow ties is recommendedbecause these will make your attributes stand out.
One of the many favorable aspects of the tie is that as a accessory it is very versatile, can be adapted to any formal and informal look. In fact, many designers have incorporated them into their collections, even as a belt or headband. Wearing a tie always adds a rebellious touch to the style you wear; one of the best known bets is a tight jean, a shirt (always with a collar), high shoes and a tie.
Although the tie is still a masculine accessory par excellence, if you want to make it part of your outfit, do so by adding your feminine stamp.