As the workday winds down in financial districts around the world, the first thing many businessmen do is loosen their ties. Elsewhere, office dress codes have steadily relaxed—especially post-pandemic—leaving the tie hanging quietly in the wardrobe. But amid this shift toward casualisation, a new generation is giving the accessory fresh relevance. Many of them learned how to tie one via TikTok, and they’re now proving that the tie doesn’t have to be formal. In fact, it can be downright fun.
A Standout on the SS26 Runways
On the catwalks and streets during the spring/summer 2026 men’s fashion weeks, the tie made a striking comeback. Sometimes styled traditionally, often styled unexpectedly—it became a visual focal point with just a few clever tweaks.
Tucked and Tailored at Saint Laurent
Saint Laurent gave the tie a bold update by tucking the lower half into the shirt’s button placket. The partial disappearance of the tie created a clean, modern silhouette that quickly translated to the street. It was an instant hit—elegant, yet nonchalant.
Other brands like Giorgio Armani, Vivienne Westwood, and GmbH opted to tuck the tie directly into the waistband of trousers. While the shirts remained classic and buttoned-up, this simple styling move injected a sense of casual control—like a nod to lunchtime spill paranoia with a fashion-forward edge.
Dior’s Disheveled Cool
At Dior, the trend made waves before the show even started. Jonathan Anderson’s debut collection had to wait while Rihanna and ASAP Rocky arrived late—fashionably so. Rocky appeared in a pale blue cargo shirt with one button undone, and a loosely tied Dior tie draped over the open collar. The imperfection seemed intentional.
In the collection itself, Anderson doubled down on this slightly chaotic energy with backwards ties showing their reverse sides and upturned shirt collars paired with ties. Disorder became the statement.
Doubling Down
For those wanting to make a louder statement, doubling up on ties is the move. Junya Watanabe styled ties next to each other, slightly loosened, for a look that felt both intentional and effortless—perfect for the fashion risk-taker.
Accessorising the Tie: From Pins to Punch-Outs
This season also invited creativity through embellishment. Classic tie pins made a return, ranging from sleek to playful. Walter van Beirendonck added buttons and pendants to his ties, turning them into statement pieces. KidSuper took a DIY-inspired approach, sending out a tie punched through with star-shaped patterns—proving once again that the simplest accessory can be a canvas for self-expression.
The tie is no longer just a symbol of formality or corporate obligation. For spring/summer 2026, it's been reclaimed, restyled, and reimagined—part throwback, part rebellion, and entirely open to interpretation. Whether tucked, layered, reversed, or accessorised, this once-rigid accessory has loosened up for good.
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