cravat

n. [ F. cravate, fr. Cravate a Croat, an inhabitant of Croatia, one of a body of Austrian troops, from whom, in 1636, this article of dress was adopted in France. ] A neckcloth; a piece of silk, fine muslin, or other cloth, worn by men about the neck. [ 1913 Webster ]

While his wig was combed and his cravat tied. Macaulay. [ 1913 Webster ]