Bow Tie - Current

Current

Although the necktie is more prominent in today's society, being seen at business meetings, formal functions, schools, and sometimes even at home, the bow tie is making a comeback with fun-formal events such as dinner, cocktail parties and nights out on the town. Bow ties are often worn with suits by those trying to convey a more dressed up, formal image, whether in business or social venues. Certain bow ties, especially narrow "string ties," are still popular with men of all ages in the American South.

After The Eleventh Doctor stated that "bow ties are cool" on the hit TV series Doctor Who, bowties have enjoyed a surge in popularity.

It is also much more common to wear a bow tie with a dinner jacket than it is to wear a necktie with one.

Bow ties are also sometimes worn as an alternative to ascot ties when wearing a morning coat m

The dress code of "black tie" requires a black bow tie. Most military mess dress incorporates a bow tie.