While bows remain a staple in every man’s fashion wardrobe, the idea of wearing a necktie still allures many men. Men use neckties for several reasons. A nice suit with a matching tie makes a man feel more confident and powerful at work. Some men opt for ties because they think what they wear will help them express what is important to them. Unfortunately, the fashion accessory has gone under the radar in the last two decades. A Gallup poll has found that the percentage of professional men who wear ties to the office has significantly declined since 2002. Only 9% of men choose to wear a necktie to work most days. So, are ties no longer fashionable? Well, the topic is a bit polarizing as there are corporate men who follow necktie etiquette in the workplace, while others including successful businessmen, prefer relaxed clothing.

But why should men wear a tie? What do neckties symbolize? Neckties have always symbolized prestige, integrity, and authority. Besides serving as go-to fashion accessories, they define the personality of the wearer. Ties exude professionalism and create a good impression. A man can wear a formal outfit and still look a bit casual. It is a tie that makes him look professional and refined. Fashion experts believe that a tie lends a sharp look to an outfit and allows working men to look more sophisticated.

Ties also signal proficiency, just like glasses make men look intelligent. People have a notion that those who wear a suit with a necktie hold the potential of doing things. Such men are competent, abstract thinkers, and can bring more monetary gains to the organization they work for.

Why Should a Leading Man Wear a Necktie Even When it’s not in Vogue?

Wearing a tie can prove to be beneficial for businesslike and professional men in several ways.

Increased Responsibility

Not only will a necktie paired with a formal outfit boost a man’s confidence, but it will also likely result in his coworkers placing more confidence in him.

Personal Branding

Developing a personal brand lets you stay at the forefront and builds trust with clients. Whether you run a successful business or are paving your way up the corporate ladder, you can develop your personal brand through your outfit and increase the chances of workplace success. The right outfits complemented with a necktie will help you present yourself the way you want others to perceive you.

Setting an Example

Who doesn’t want to lead by example? Although it’s not about teaching your workers or colleagues how to dress, it is conveying the importance of dressing etiquette and the advantages one can reap from it.

Exposure to New Opportunities

If a man starts working in his cubicle in power suits with a tie, it can bring his way new opportunities for growth. Men who wear a tie are more likely to be chosen for handling client meetings and rewarded with more projects and responsibility.

Dreaming the Future

Men can attend business meetings, manage interviews and make their formal events more productive and effective by teaming their suits with a tie.

Although a necktie is a small accessory, it can speak volumes about who you are. It acts as a sign of your ambitions and makes you look striking and more professional. A tie can help you put your best foot forward by not only reflecting your principles, but who you are as a leading man as well.