Bolo Ties for Weddings
I love a good bolo tie.
In fact, you might see me wearing one when I capture weddings. I like to wear button-ups to the weddings I photograph, because it feels professional. But the bolo adds that edge of southwestern style. Because I specialize in adventure weddings and outdoor elopement photos, it just works for that rugged, yet well-dressed vibe.
So, this blog post is all about bolo ties for weddings. It’s a great way to add some personal flair too—since there are so many different types of bolos to choose from.
Background on the Bolo Tie
In case you don’t know, a bolo tie is a type of necktie made from a cord with decorative metal tips and a cinch made from any material. It is typically worn with a button-up shirt in place of a traditional tie—but I’ve also seen it on a collar-less shirt and suit vest, which has its own eclectic charm.
Depending on where you are from, you might have heard it called a bootlace tie, a bola, a cowboy tie, or even the gaucho tie. There are a few different stories about the origin of the bolo tie, but it’s safe to assume that it emerged as an accessory that mixed cowboy attire with elements of Native American jewelry or beaded bandanas. In other words, it’s very much its own thing.
Bolo Ties You Can Buy for Weddings
My favorite way to buy bolos is going to thrift stores or searching for Native American sellers and creators. If you’re on the road as much as I am, you’ll undoubtedly come across vendors or stores owned by indigenous Americans selling bolos.
After that, I recommend checking out small creators on places like Etsy or Instagram.
Here’s a few of my favorites:
Helitrope Metal: Animals, plants, and more
Dark Moon Silver: Metals and statement stones
Magic Bolo: Custom initial bolos
Radi Cali Jewelry Co: Metals and statement stones with colorful flair
Kick Glass Enamels: Handmade enamel and clay bolos.
Christopher Bazan: Traditional metal and stone bolos
Lacey Frank Jewelry: Metals and statement stones
Wells Silversmithing: Metals and statement stones
Fregoso Silversmithing: Metals and statement stones
Reed and Rush: All metal bolos
Kerges Nimen Silversmithing: All metal bolos
Fat Cat Fancy: Colorful bolos
Belts Buckles Bolos: All types of metals and matching sets
WillaClaireCo: Florals and scenery
Ocean Tides Bolo Ties: Modern and minimal designs
My Favorite Bolo Tie Examples Throughout the Years
Adventure Wedding Photography for Your Elopement
You’re dressed to perfection. You have your special someone, wearing their new ring, and pressed against you for a loving kiss on your wedding day. All around you is the glory of the natural world.
But one thing is missing—and that’s someone to capture the moment in living color.
Book your outdoor wedding or elopement photography with Love & Latitudes! We’ll have an amazing adventure that you’ll always remember.
