Bow tie, also known as a necktie bow, is a fashionable accessory to add style to any formal attire. Synonyms for bow tie include necktie, cravat, ascot, puff tie, butterfly tie, collar tie, and dickie bow tie. A necktie is a long piece of fabric that hangs from the neck, which is usually made of silk and tied in various formations. A cravat is a wide band of fabric tied at the neck and tucked into a shirt. An ascot is similar to a cravat, but it has a more formal look. A puff tie, as the name suggests, is a bow tie that is puffed up in the middle. A butterfly tie is a classic and widely-recognized bow tie shape, while a collar tie is a bow tie with a loop that attaches to the shirt collar. Finally, a dickie bow tie is a formal bow tie with pointed ends.