How to tie a tie

Tying a tie can seem tricky at first, but once you get the hang of it, it's quick and easy. Here’s a simple guide for tying a classic Four-in-Hand Knot, which is one of the most common and easy knots:

1. Position the Tie Around Your Neck

• Start with the backside of the tie facing away from you, the wide end on the right side, and the narrow end on the left.
• The tip of the wide end should hang about 12 inches lower than the narrow end. You can adjust this length depending on how long you want the tie to be.

2. Cross the Wide End Over the Narrow End

• Take the wide end of the tie and cross it over the narrow end.

3. Bring the Wide End Under the Narrow End

• Next, bring the wide end underneath the narrow end so that the wide end is now on the left side.

4. Wrap the Wide End Over the Knot

• Now, take the wide end and cross it over the front of the knot, moving it from left to right.

5. Pull the Wide End Up Through the Neck Loop

• Lift the wide end up through the neck loop (the space between your collar and the tie).

6. Bring the Wide End Down Through the Front Loop

• Finally, pass the wide end down through the loop in front of the knot.

7. Tighten the Knot

• Pull the wide end to tighten the knot, sliding it up toward your collar. Adjust the knot by holding it with one hand while pulling the narrow end to make the tie neat and symmetrical.

8. Position the Tie

• The finished knot should sit neatly at the center of your collar, with the narrow end hidden behind the wide end.

Tip: Practice makes perfect! It may take a few tries to get the hang of it, but once you do, tying a tie will become second nature.

If you'd like to learn a different knot (like a Half Windsor or Full Windsor), let me know!