The bow tie originally came about in the 17th century in the form of a scarf used to keep a shirt closed at the collar, and they have been popular in the South for as long as we can remember. As seen in the photo by Liz Banfield from a Soirée wedding, they can go quite formal, or with some of the options below can be worn for a more relaxed event. If you’re looking for groomsmen ideas, we’ve gathered some of our favorites that would work well for a range of dress codes and color palettes below. Be sure to leave a comment to let us know your favorite!

1. Neat Mini Polka Dot 100% Silk Orange Bow Tie, $125 at Penrose London; 2. Neat Woven-Squares Jacquard Silk Bow Tie, $85 at Barneys New York; 3. The Tribune Reversible Bow Tie in Latte, $25 at The Tie Bar; 4. Kingsport Stripe Cotton Bow Tie in Black and White, $15 at The Tie Bar; 5. Cotton Table Plaid Bow Tie in Mustard, $15 at The Tie Bar, 6. Turkey Feather Bow Tie, $120 at Croghan’s Jewel Box; 7. Paisley Silk Bow Tie, $60 at The Social Primer; 8. Italian Satin Point Bow Tie in Black, $55 at J. Crew

And just in case you need a reminder, here is a quick guide to tying a bow tie (image source). Happy shopping!