Well, I strongly detest ties and feel fairly casual about makeup

I have worn both ties and make-up on a daily basis, and I can assure you that ties are quicker and more convenient than make-up - you may detest the symbolism of the tie, but at the end of the day it's about as symbolic as make-up and much, much less of a hassle.

Anyway, I don't disagree with you (or you with me) in any particular sense, so this is really quibbling.