1950's Mid-Century Cowgirl Glam Fur Clip Bow buy Tie

From ultra-masculine to confidently feminine, there are so many ways to incorporate this sassy fur mid-century bow tie into your wardrobe! This specific piece is a clip on bow tie with two metal arms on the back that can easily attach to any shirt collar, cardigan, or even be used in your hair as a clip. These metal arms are marked "Royal Rust Resistant". The front of the bow totally hits the "rodeo revival" mark, but with an extra serving of glam! The bow is fabricated from a soft, off-white colored fur which is cinched in buy the center by a brown fur band. It will give even the most basic outfit a unique look!

Condition: Great vintage condition with no damages to note.

History: The bow tie back to 17th century Croatia when, during the Prussian wars, Croatian mercenaries used scarves tied around their necks to hold together the opening of their shirts. The Croats' scarf-tied-around-the-neck idea was quickly adopted by the French upper class and given the name “cravat” (French for “Croat”). At that time, France was a leader in fashion, and the popularity of the cravat spread wildly throughout the 18th and 19th centuries. Over time, the cravat evolved into the bow ties and neckties we recognize today. By the turn of the century, bow ties were an essential element of men's formal “full dress” attire, and by the 1900s, bow ties had become a staple in every fashion-conscious man's wardrobe. At this point in history, bow ties were primarily worn by those in academia and the medical field. After WWII, the everyday wear of bow ties declined, but their appearance in formalwear persisted. In recent years, the bow tie has lost much of its “stuffy” connotation. Regaining some of its historic popularity among fashion conscious men, the quirky and confident look of a bow tie is finding its place across a variety of both fun and formal occasions, from work to weddings to casual everyday wear.

Measurements:
Total - 5" long x 2 1/4" tall
Metal hardware on back - 2 3/4" long