The history of the necktie – The necktie got its name over 300 years ago, but fashion experts and historians say that ties have been in existence for thousands of years. Ancient Egyptian pharaohs wore broad ties adorned with precious gems. However, it is believed that the ties worn today trace their origins to 17th century Europe and the Thirty Years’ War. During this deadly conflict, King Louis XIII employed Croatian mercenaries who wore cloth around their necks as part of their uniforms. King Louis so liked the look that he made these types of ties a part of the attire worn at royal functions. To pay homage to the Croatian soldiers, the tie was dubbed “La Cravate.” The British later put their own spin on ties and the ascot was born. Through the years, different ties and styles of knots were invented. Toward the end of 1919, neckties closely resembled the ties people wear today.
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Types of Necktie Knots
Below is a list of types of knots used with neckties.
- Windsor
- Four-In Hand
- Half Windsor
- Simple
- Kelvin
- Prince Albert
- Pratt
- Eldredge
- Van Wijk
- Trinity
- Murrel
- Balthus
- Bow Tie
- Victoria
- Oriental
- Hanover
- Cross or Christensen
- Boutonniere
- Cape
- Lindwood Taurus
- Alantic
- Merovingian or Ediety
- Krasny Hourglass
- Ellie
- Rose
- True Love
- Novotny
- Fishbone
- Ascot
- & More
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