3 Chic Ways to Tie a Bow on a Blouse

Silvana Patrick
by Silvana Patrick

Pussy bows got their name in the 1930s, referencing decorative bows that were often tied around cats’ necks.


They are making a comeback on women’s blouses now, but you can go way beyond just tying a bow with them. 


Follow this tutorial to learn how to tie a bow on a blouse in different ways than you might already think of. 

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Tools and materials:

  • Pussy bow blouse
  • Brooch
  • Elastic band or hair elastic
How to tie a bow on a blouse

1. Use a brooch

Wrap one of the ends of the tie around your neck.

How to tie a bow on a blouse

Now wrap the other tie around your neck in the opposite direction.

How to tie a bow on a blouse

Secure the tie with a pretty brooch.


There’s actually no bow at all with this style!

How to tie a bow on a blouse

2. Tucked tail style

For a chic, professional style, criss-cross and wrap the ends around your neck as you did in the first style.

How to tie a bow on a blouse

Now, tuck the tails into the criss-cross to hold them in place.

How to tie a bow on a blouse

3. Flower effect

Overlay the two ends of the tie, and fold them upward, over and over.

How to tie a bow on a blouse

When you reach the top, secure the folded ties with a hair elastic or elastic band.

How to tie a bow on a blouse

Fluff out the bow, and it will look like a beautiful big flower. 


How to tie a bow on a blouse

Now you have three great ways to tie a bow on your blouse, and none of them are actually a bow! 


Leave a comment to let me know which tying style you like best.


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