Bolo tie

A necktie made from a cord or braided leather, fastened with a decorative clasp that slides along the cord. Its distinctive clasp often serves as its main ornament.

Bolo tie clasp: A decorative fitting that slides along a bolo tie’s cord to hold it near the collar. It adjusts the tie’s position and provides its defining ornament.
Victor Cedarstaff: An Arizona silversmith credited with inventing and naming the bolo tie in the mid-twentieth century. His account links the tie’s name and design to its modern origin story.
Formal wear: Clothing worn for ceremonial, professional, or socially formal occasions. Bolo ties can substitute for conventional ties in some formal settings.
Arizona state symbols: Official objects and emblems representing the U.S. state of Arizona. Its state designation gives the bolo tie a civic identity beyond fashion.
Bolo tie tip: A metal or decorative cap fitted to the end of a bolo tie cord. Tips finish the cord ends and can echo the clasp’s design.
Navajo silversmithing: A tradition of Navajo metalwork known for silver jewelry and techniques shaped by regional history. Navajo artisans helped establish the silverwork associated with bolo tie clasps.
Rodeo: A competitive event based on skills associated with cattle ranching and horseback riding. Bolo ties are often worn as part of Western clothing at rodeos.
Indigenous fashion: Clothing and adornment created within Indigenous communities and shaped by their cultural traditions. The tie’s history intersects with Native American craftsmanship and design.
Leather cord: A narrow strip or strand of leather used as a flexible cord. Braided or plain leather is a common material for the tie’s cord.
Western wear: Clothing associated with ranching, rodeo, and the American West. The bolo tie became a recognizable element of Western dress.

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Ascot tieCompared with: Its cord-and-clasp construction contrasts with the Ascot's broad fabric ends.