The case for bringing back neckties and classical liberalism

With its humble beginnings being worn by Croatian mercenaries in the Thirty Years War (1618-1648), its subsequent promotion by French absolutist monarch Louis XIV, and its continual evolution since then, the necktie has become a fairly common “formal” accessory for men.

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I have to confess an admiration for ties, particularly older “skinny” neckties that are as old as I am. Why, generally without fail, do I always wear ties when I teach? Not on Saturday, never at the beach, rarely at dinner, but yes, always at school?

Not because my boss wants or requires me to wear a tie. It’s really something entirely different. I think it connects to my love of liberalism.

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