Add a little panache to your wardrobe (or help someone out) with this tie-tying tutorial.
Fortunately, learning how to tie a necktie can be a pretty easy proposition.
Cross the wide end over the thinner end.
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execute the wide end under the tie, and pull it across again.
Pull the wide end through the center.
Loop the wide end through the knot.
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Tighten the knot.
The tip of the wide part of the tie should hit the top of your belt buckle.
(The narrow end should be shorter, and not visible in the front.)
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Flip your collar down.
Use these steps to get your bow tie looking great.
Cross the ends.
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Cross the longer end of the bow tie over the shorter end.
Make the first tie.
Prep the short end.
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The long end should drape over the short end of the tie, creating a cross effect.
Fold the longer end of the tie.
Fold the longer end of the bow tie horizontally, like you did the short end.
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Put the long end of the tie through the short end of the tie.
There should be a loop at the back of the short end of the tie.
you’ve got the option to carefully slide the long end of the tie through that opening.
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Pull and adjust.
Pull the ends to tighten the knot, then adjust as needed until it looks great.
It involves a few more loops of the wide end of the tie to create that thicker necktie knot.
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It’s also tied with the seam side showing, but ends with a perfectly polished knot.
Trinity Knot
This funkier, new necktie knot gets its name from the three front-facing parts.
Tips for Tying a Tie
Choose the right tie length.
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Choose a flattering tie width.
Create a dimple.
Use a tie bar to help you get the length right.
Consider your collar shape.
For narrow collars, it’s best to stick with slimmer nots such as the classic four-in-hand knot.
Check your fabric texture.
Avoid overly complex knots when using a tie with a thicker material to prevent it from becoming overly bulky.
