How to Style a Necktie in 2025 (and Why It’s More Than Just Fashion)
The necktie is back as Spring 2025’s must-have accessory for women. Discover its revival—and my personal story of style, rebellion, and power.
There’s something wildly satisfying about a woman in a necktie.
Not borrowed. Not ironic. Just powerful.
I figured that out early—maybe too early for my school’s taste. It was the late ‘80s, and I showed up in a crisp shirt, blazer, and a necktie tied with the precision of someone who meant it. Not a puffed sleeve in sight.
They weren’t impressed.
Apparently, the tie crossed an invisible line. I didn’t get detention—I almost got expelled. Not for swearing. Not for skipping class. But for dressing “like a boy.”
Except I wasn’t. I was dressing like me.
That tie wasn’t a fashion choice. It was a flag. And I’ve been waving it ever since.
✨ Why the Necktie Is The Accessory of Spring 2025
Turns out, fashion finally caught up.
Neckties are back, and this time they’re not just hanging in men’s closets—they’re making statements everywhere:
- On the runways, brands like Miu Miu, Gucci, and Dior are pairing them with skirts, oversized blazers, even sheer blouses. Think polished rebel.
- TikTok is serving gender-play realness with trends like TomBoy Femme and Women In Suits. Neckties over crop tops? Why not?
- Pinterest searches for “how to wear a necktie as a woman” are soaring. Apparently, we’ve all been itching to channel our inner prep school troublemaker.
- Celebs like Zendaya and Bella Hadid are tying the knot in all the right ways—smart, sexy, and completely self-possessed.
The best part? We’re not playing dress-up. We’re claiming it.
From Uniform to Weapon: What the Tie Means Now
Once upon a time, women tied their husbands’ neckties before sending them off to work.
Cute. Practical. Expected.
These days? We’re tying our own. And we’re not doing it for them—we’re doing it for us.
The necktie today is layered with meaning. It’s not just a nod to menswear. It’s a wink at old rules we don’t follow anymore. A reminder that we know exactly how to play the game—and how to rewrite it when we’re done.
Style Tip: Tie It On Like You Mean It
Start simple: a silk necktie over an oversized white shirt. Tuck it into high-waisted jeans or a pencil skirt. Add a bold red lip or a smoky eye—whatever makes you feel like a woman who owns the room.
Want more drama? Mix prints. Try velvet. Tie it loose. Double it up.
The beauty is: there are no rules anymore.
Like this article? You might want to read our article on power dressing: How to Recreate Melania Trump ‘s Iconic Style: Elegance and Power Dressing
💬 Real Talk: When Did You Break the Mold?
That tie I wore to school? It didn’t just get attention—it started something. A quiet war with “normal.” A lifelong habit of saying no, even when my voice shook.
When was the first time you wore something that made people whisper—or stare—or wonder?
Tell me below. Drop your emoji. Share your story. Let’s celebrate the rebels in ribbons, in suits, in skirts, in silence, in sequins.
Because a good woman always knows how to tie a necktie.
And she knows exactly who she’s tying it for.