You Should Really Have a Bolo Tie by Now

No one does cowboy cool like RRL, so naturally, the brand has a bolo tie that adds some ruggedly handsome flair to your fit. This is the kind of bolo tie that'll have you putting a piece of hay between your teeth and a hat on your head, staring forlornly out onto the fields that lie ahead with a glass of Jim Beam in your hand. The full-grain, braided leather strands are adorned with a vintage-looking silver medallion and silver tips, so if you want to pass this one off as a family heirloom that you just inherited, you certainly can. I won't tell.

For a truly luxe bolo tie, look no further—Prada has you covered. Sometimes, it really is as simple and stunning as wearing that iconic inverted triangle logo around your neck. I have this bolo tie, and it's a very worthy investment; it instantly elevates even the most boring of button-downs, and with suits and dressier fits, it serves as a marker of unique style.

This one is a classic—and it's under $20. Turns out, you can get that old cowboy look and feel for as much as two lattes would run you (and with Amazon Prime shipping no less). The tiger eye stone in this one is a statement look that's true to Western tradition, but there are plenty of different stone color options you can choose from, too. Pair with a black or brown blazer for a full look, or with a denim button down and jeans for a casual Canadian tux.

Whether with a flannel or a button-down, this chic black bolo tie is cool as fuck. It's a darker, slightly edgier take on the classic style, and with a black stone and subtle stainless steel tips, this is the perfect option for people who want a minimalist take on Westernwear.

Something I think about often is how damn lucky I am to live in the era in which brands are getting truly experimental and innovative with bolo ties. Exhibit A: this minimalist silver chain from Lemaire. It clasps in the back like a necklace, but is designed to have a simple, chic bolo effect, so don't be afraid to wear this one underneath the collar of your favorite button-down.

With a genuine agate stone at the center, this traditional braided leather bolo tie gives your wardrobe a healthy dose of Southwestern style. Each item is designed and oxidized by hand, so you're in for a unique piece with slight variations from all the others.

You can't really have a conversation about Westernwear without including Kemo Sabe. The proprietor of some of the meanest hats on the market also crafts a tough bolo tie, featuring an engraved buffalo emblem and hand-crafted, pointed silver tips. This one is true to the culture.

If you're going to wear a bolo tie, you might as well go all-in, with a longhorn head where the knot of your necktie would usually be. It's cool, it's unique, and it's just the right amount of Western for some serious charm.

Unlike boring old regular ties, a bolo tie can be customized with...just about anything. This one has a pendant that you can put your initial on. If it's not for you, it's definitely a great gift for the Yellowstone fan in your life.