tie one off

Hasn't the necktie had an amazing run as a clothing
requirement for men? Not wearing a tie would
be the same in some environments as not wearing pants,
but isn't it time for that decorative strip of cloth
to be retired?

Someday, of course, the necktie will pass into history
and no longer be a a part of the suit/uniform. When
that will happen, and what, if anything, will replace
ties as an internationally accepted - if not demanded -
part of men's apparel is anyone's guess.

Like fashion styles from previous centuries such as
the powdered white wig or stove pipe hat or even the
bow tie, the necktie will turn from a clothing standard
into a quizical piece of history.
"Did people really wear those things?"

Of course in retiring the necktie, there will be an
instant dilemma created. What will wives, girl friends,
children, grandchildren be able to buy as an all purpose,
last minute, always acceptable, one size fits all, gift?
Maybe that's the ultimate reason the necktie has lasted
so long.