Are bow ties optional in ASU’s for special events?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 10 Nov 2018 22:43:47 -0500

Response by SFC Stephen P. made Nov 10 at 2018 10:56 PM

SFC Stephen P. — Sat, 10 Nov 2018 22:56:37 -0500

Not 'optional', the bow tie is worn in the dress configuration.
670-1 13-2

Response by SPC Paul C. made Nov 10 at 2018 10:56 PM

SPC Paul C. — Sat, 10 Nov 2018 22:56:37 -0500

Yes they are acceptable for formal events

Response by SGT Donald Croswhite made Nov 11 at 2018 2:08 AM

SGT Donald Croswhite — Sun, 11 Nov 2018 02:08:23 -0500

Whatever your chain of command says, that's it.

Response by CH (CPT) Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 11 at 2018 4:40 AM

CH (CPT) Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 11 Nov 2018 04:40:21 -0500

After retreat.

Response by SFC Ralph E Kelley made Nov 11 at 2018 5:38 AM

SFC Ralph E Kelley — Sun, 11 Nov 2018 05:38:15 -0500

Generally your Chain of Command will designate the uniform required at unit events.
Civilian events of non-designated such as a private wedding where soldiers attend may request to use "Black Tie" but all attending members must wear them.
You don't want to be mistaken for the Bus Boy.

Response by MAJ Byron Oyler made Nov 11 at 2018 9:30 AM

MAJ Byron Oyler — Sun, 11 Nov 2018 09:30:17 -0500

You need to download pamphlet and reg 670-1.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 11 at 2018 10:16 AM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 11 Nov 2018 10:16:03 -0500

Are you asking because you :
1. Don't have one?
2. Don't know how to tie one?
or
3. Dont want to wear one?

If you intend on moving up in the military, you will be very likely wearing one again. NCOES class led formal dinners, dining in/outs. Really any military occasion that is the equivalent to a tux. You should just learn how to wear one. They are inexpensive.