International Bow Day 2023: International Bow Day is observed annually on August 19 to honour bows, a fashion adornment that has been influential for centuries. Adding accessories significantly enhances nearly every ensemble. International Bow Day would be lacking if bows were not worn on the head, neck, forearm, or finger. International Bow Day will encourage each of us to wear a bow, allowing us to share the beauty of bows with the rest of the world. Bows can be created from numerous materials, including thread, velvet ribbon, raffia, and others.
International Bow Day 2023: HISTORY
The bow tie can be traced back to 17th-century Croatia. During the Prussian wars, Croatian mercenaries tied scarves around their necks to hold the opening of their shirts together. The French upper class soon adopted the Croats’ practise of tying a scarf around the neck, coining the term ‘cravat’ (French for ‘Croat’) to describe it. Due to France’s role as a fashion innovator during the 18th and 19th centuries, the cravat’s prevalence soared.
The cravat eventually evolved into the knot ties and neckties we wear today. Bow ties were an essential component of men’s formal “full dress” apparel at the turn of the century, and by the turn of the twentieth century, they were a must-have for any fashion-forward man’s wardrobe. During this time period, bow ties were predominantly worn by academics and physicians. After World War II, bow ties became less popular for everyday wear, but they remained fashionable for formal wear.
In recent years, the bow tie has lost much of its’stuffy’ reputation. The quirky and confident style of a bow tie is regaining some of its historical popularity among fashion-conscious men, as it finds a place in a variety of fun and formal contexts, from business to weddings to casual everyday wear.
Typically, traditional bow ties have a fixed length and are made to suit a specific neck size. Sizes can range from 14 to 19 inches, similar to a garment collar’s collar. When donning the most formal wing-collar shirts, fixed-length bow ties are recommended to conceal the buckle or clasp of an adjustable bow tie. When the tie is to be worn with a less formal, lie-down collar shirt that conceals the neckband of the tie, adjustable bow ties are the norm. Adjustable, one-size-fits-all bow ties are a recent innovation that aids in reducing production costs.
Bows can also be tied with latex, plastic, vegetation, or ribbon. They always enhance whatever you apply them to. Presents are also wrapped with bows, and we all agree that the finest gifts are wrapped with bows. They have the same versatility as ribbons.
What a lovely day it would be! You can also tie a bow to remind yourself of something, such as with a red ribbon wound around your finger. This reminder fits on your finger and serves as a constant reminder of the little things you must not neglect.
WORLDWIDE BOW DAY ACTIVITIES
Master the art of tying a bow
The best method to observe International Bow Day is to learn how to tie bows for different occasions.
Host a bow tie gathering.
Starting with a bow tie as an entry requirement, host a party in honour of your favourite fashion accessory. You could serve bow tie spaghetti, play bow tie trivia, and watch classic bow tie-themed films.
Share a few occasions on social media.
Whether you are altering or recreating your appearance, remember to add a bow. Take pictures of yourself and your friends donning your favourite bow accessories and post them to your social media profiles.
FIVE OUTRAGEOUS FACTS ABOUT BOW TIES
- After the Thirty Years’ War, Croatian soldiers were the first to use a knot to secure their shirt collars together.
- The nation was designated an Islamic Republic, and bow ties and neckties were deemed un-Islamic, ostentatious, and’signs of the Cross’ and the oppressive West.
- Some gifted artists have designed bowties that are not only fashionable but also impenetrable and swordproof.
- At one time in history, stroking another person’s bow tie indicated a desire to engage in a duel or battle.
- There are 177,147 unique methods for tying a necktie.
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INTERNATIONAL BOW DAY DATES
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | August 19 | Saturday |
| 2024 | August 19 | Monday |
| 2025 | August 19 | Tuesday |
| 2026 | August 19 | Wednesday |
| 2027 | August 19 | Thursday |
