How to tie a tie (bowties too)

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I just found this great site

I was tieing my tie this morning, and for some reason it didn't look right. I never officially learned how to tie one from a tie professional or anything, but in seventh grade one of my buddies taught me the bare bones way to tie a tie.

So thats the way I tied it, from then until now. I just learned that I've been using the "Four in hand" knot, and it's a pretty decent knot. The only problem I have with it is that it's never perfectly straight (which this page mentions).

So, I think when I get home today I'm going to learn the Windsor knot, then maybe everything else. It's useful to know, and I won't ever have that lagging "I wonder if I'm tieing it correctly" feeling again.

If you're ever going to attend a prom/dance again, if you have a job interview in the future, or if you're already at a job and want something new, try this out! You're even greeted with a formal letter on the front page.
 
LOL Thanks. I needed this. I am another self taught "Tie tier" I know I spelt tie-er wrong but is it even a word?

Thanks anyway though :)
 
Just an FYI as someone that wears a tie every day. Most people use a half-windsor. It is a little harder than a four in hand but much better looking. If you have a really open collar a full windsor is good but most people do not tie a full windsor very often.
 
[quote name='brushwood']Just an FYI as someone that wears a tie every day. Most people use a half-windsor. It is a little harder than a four in hand but much better looking. If you have a really open collar a full windsor is good but most people do not tie a full windsor very often.[/quote]

Thanks! I've been in the "tie every day" world for only a couple of months, so I'm still learning the ropes. I'll start with the half-windsor!
 
Here's a question: On ties there is this diagnol line on (i think) the overhand side. Does that hold any significance, or is it just part of the tie manufacturing process? I was thinking that it might be the "start knot here" line, but I'm just guessing.
 
I've got ties I haven't untied for years. I just loosen them up and pull them over the head. Of course I probably don't wear them as much as some of you.
 
[quote name='brushwood']Just an FYI as someone that wears a tie every day. Most people use a half-windsor. It is a little harder than a four in hand but much better looking. If you have a really open collar a full windsor is good but most people do not tie a full windsor very often.[/quote]

I've been using the half windsor knot and was just about to ask what looks better. Good to know I've picked the right one all these years. Thanks.
 
Trying to tie a bowtie is probably one of the most frustrating things i've ever done. a good idea is to practice on your thigh first, then move up to your neck. i still can't do it right though.
 
wow i just discovered this thread
thanks evilmax for posting this site
i've been tying my tie with the uneasy fealing of "is my tie straight today?" everyday for the last year since my job required us to wear a tie last year. i too was self taught and this would be helpful. i'll go home and try it out.
 
Good site. I never knew how to tie a tie even though I went to so many events that required it (concerts, weddings, graduation, etc.). Maybe it's time for me to finally know how to tie a tie (or I probably end up slacking off...).
 
I don't wear ties much either so I just ask my brother to tie them for me. I think I will bookmark that site. :)
 
I prefer my way of getting my tie tied. I just go up to a random hot girl and they'll tie it for me. I've never understood why they know how to tie them when I can't figure it out for the life of me.
 
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