The history of the necktie

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.

1. Windsor
2. Four-In Hand
3. Half Windsor
4. Simple
5. Kelvin
6. Prince Albert
7. Pratt
8. Eldredge
9. Van Wijk
10. Trinity
11. Murrel
12. Balthus
13. Bow Tie
14. Victoria
15. Oriental
16. Hanover
17. Cross or Christensen
18. Boutonniere
19. Cape
20. Lindwood Taurus
21. Alantic
22. Merovingian or Ediety
23. Krasny Hourglass
24. Ellie
25. Rose
26. True Love
27. Novotny
28. Fishbone
29. Ascot
30. & More

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