Avril Lavigne probably didn't foresee the impact she would make when she slung a necktie over her tank top and baggy pants for the first time. It was seen as a subversive move back in the early aughts, a huge middle finger to traditional standards of clothing. Before then, women like Princess Diana and Diane Keaton would wear it with their formal looks and be viewed as some sort of revolutionists.
In more recent times, ladies wearing neckties have become nothing new. Like all articles of clothing should, the band of fabric has gradually gotten stripped of its gendered connotations. From retro-inspired printed iterations to ubiquitous skinny black versions, the tie has become a viable accessory for a myriad of looks.
Notably, Hallyu star Jung Ho Yeon landed on every aspiring cool girl's Pinterest board when she donned a floral necktie with an oversized bomber jacket and pinstriped trousers during Louis Vuitton's Fall 2022 presentation. The humble little piece has continued to become a staple in many collections since then, most recently on the runways of Valentino, Kenzo, and Thom Browne.
As you can imagine, a necktie now makes appearances in outfits beyond formal meetings or prom nights. For inspo on how to rock it in 2023, scroll through our local style stars' looks ahead.
How to Style a Necktie, As Seen on Local Celebrities and Influencers
1. Kylie Verzosa
Add some sass to the black tie dress code and opt for subtly sexy pieces such as a cropped buttondown shirt and an itty-bitty pleated skirt. Additionally, Kylie Verzosa wore her 'fit with an oversized varsity jacket for that "borrowed-from-my-boyfriend" vibe.
2. Andrea Brillantes
For a more laidback take on the look, take cues from Gen Z fashionista Andrea Brillantes and wear your black tie undone with a slouchy buttondown shirt and an open vest. Slip into some scrunched up leg warmers for a cute (and perhaps practical) touch.
3. Justine Llarena
An extra-extra-extra-large leather jacket is a must-have on trips to cooler locales. To make sure you don't drown in it though, pair it with a denim mini skirt and a patterned tie that pops up from underneath. Model and Preview Pride 2023 cover girl Justine Llarena goes the vintage-inspired route with a yellow and purple plaid version. We love her cool preppy styling!
4. Bianca Umali
Channel your inner schoolgirl and don a necktie with a white collared shirt and under a quarter-zip sweater. Preview's 2023 Best Dressed awardee Bianca Umali sealed the collegiate vibes with a jersey skirt, white socks, and chunky platform loafers.
5. Kathryn Bernardo
Why not ditch the pants altogether? Kathryn Bernardo makes a compelling case for the look with her travel OOTD alongside her bestie Ria Atayde. The trick was to go for an oversized top and jacket, plus some black stockings that can cover up what needs to be covered.
6. Rhea Bue
Who says you have to knot up your ties in the first place, right? Follow influencer Rhea Bue's lead and simply wrap it around your neck as a skinny scarf. Go for a skater girl type of 'fit (a la Avril Lavigne, of course) with a band tee and ripped boyfriend jeans.
7. Gela Muñoz
Another way to rock the DIY scarf is with a straighforward ribbed bodysuit and a maxi cargo skirt. Throw on some dad sneaks and a shoulder bag and you're good to go! Preview Clique stylista Gela Muñoz imparts some sultriness to things by having her skirt undone.
8. Yana Kalaw
This is your sign to try a more maximalist aesthetic the next time you style a necktie. Designer Yana Kalaw wears this green polka-dotted one with ruffled sheer coords and baggy jeans. The little introduction of pattern perfectly caps off the 'fit. All she needed to do was to sling it around her shoulders!
9. Verniece Enciso
For a night out in Paris with fellow stylista Marj Maroket, Verniece Enciso donned a classic white shirt and black necktie combo. Sprucing things up were a tweed mini skirt and a pair of Chanel rain boots, plus a black trench coat to combat the chilly temp! So cute!
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