The History of Neckties

The following video gives an informative overview 
of the history and origin of neckties

This video illustrates that way that fashions have followed the prosperity of the society.
In time that have been plagued by war, fashions tended to become simplistic and minimalistic. 

In order to better understand and appreciate the evolution of neckties, the images below illustrate the changes that have taken place throughout the course of recent history:

Mr. Darcy, Pride and Prejudice, Based in Early 1800's

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Circa 1745-1820

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Circa 1850

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Abraham Lincoln, Circa 1860

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Late 19th Century

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Laurel and Hardy, Circa 1920

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Fred Astaire, Circa 1930

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Fred Astaire. Circa 1940

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High Society, 1956

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John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon, 1960

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The Beatles, 1962

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American Hustle, Based in 1970's

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Annie Hall, 1977
Neckties Begin Appearing in Women's Fashion

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Circa 1970

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American Hustle, Based in 1970's

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Circa 1980

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Formal Wear, Circa 1980

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Frasier, 1990's

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GQ, Early 1990's

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Tim Allen, Home Improvement,  Circa 1990's

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Brad Pitt, 2002

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Channing Tatum, 2009

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Gerard Butler, 2013

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Chris Hemsworth, 2014

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