A. A. Gill

A cravat is the only item of named after Croatians. Balkan mercenaries were brought to Paris by Louis XIV. Their strange and exotic attire attracted the French bon hommes, who were wearing formal ruffs, and who immediately took to the simple and relaxed military cloth tied at the neck.

British Writer

Peter Capaldi

The Hollywood image of the movie business is all about ambition and high achievers like James Cameron. But the British film industry is much more about men who wear cravats and work with model trains and hope another series of 'Thomas the Tank Engine' will be commissioned.

Scottish Actor

David Furnish

I love diamond jewellery on men, and pocket scarves, cravats, cufflinks. The trick is to throw it together so it's natural and not contrived. That's real style.

Canadian Director

A cravat has to be approached with consummate self-confidence and a devilish nonchalance. A cravat has to be grasped by a man who knows how to treat a cravat.

The only acceptable cravat is the original Croat one.

A cravat gives a historical and elegant touch to outfits, often associated with regency or Victorian fashion.

Historical Elegance

Cravats are more formal than regular ties and usually seen at upscale events such as weddings.

Formal Wear

In some cultures, wearing a cravat is a sign of intellectualism or artistic flair.

Cultural Perception

A cravat for warmth is less formal, worn for practical reasons rather than style.

Casual Protection

Cravats for protection can also serve as a stylish accessory with casual outfits.

Versatility

For warmth, cravats are made from materials like wool, not just silk or satin.

Material Matters

 better and then we went through a party and that doctor little the science and personality guy would come over and we'd say there's about to be a party and he'd say no I'm an introvert I'm an introvert and then we'd have to go put him in the back room and then maybe the French mathematician with the beautiful cravat