Up until the 1980’s, neckties were common workplace attire.
The tie and dark suit and the black shoes, everybody had to wear the same thing back in the '70s. It was the consummate uniform for corporate America.
I reluctantly wore neckties at the office for more years than I care to remember.
Now it’s Dockers and open collars
Only 6% of men wear neckties according to a Gallup poll.