How to Tie a tie

Tying a tie and doing it perfectly could be daunting for men at times. You also need to pay attention to its colors and patterns to avoid looking when you have to include them in your outfit. Since there are several varieties of ties in the market, starting with the very simple techniques and styles are the smartest way for you to learn the proper etiquette of wearing them.

There are things you need to consider when picking the right tie for you. Here are some ideas on how to achieve it effortlessly. When it comes to height, this is also an important factor to wear tie perfectly. If you are short, opt for the width of medium to narrow tie and lapel.

Fabrics : Another important thing to be considered is the fabric. This matches the mood of the tie and the shirt. Avoid wearing a shiny and silky tie over the chambray shirt. Instead, opt for silk knit or plain silk above this shirt. Remember the rule, casual are the best match for modern and casual shirts.

If you would like to wear linen and cotton ties, they are best paired with cotton shirts most especially during hot season. For the winter season, it is recommended to wear cashmere and wool knit ties as this will make you look polished. You can also wear silk or microfiber ties for special events held at any season. Black silk ties are best worn during court dates, funerals, and weddings.

There are instructions for beginning with these helpful to make a sharp looking tie, a mirror, and some patience, you can become an expert in tying your own fashionable knot.

Drape the tie around your neck. With your collar up and your shirt fully buttoned, place the tie around your shoulders. Hang the wider end of the tie on your right side, with the narrow end about 12 inches (30 cm) higher on the left.

Cross the wide end over the narrow end. Bring the wide end to the left side of your body, over the narrow end. Hold the two pieces of cloth together with your left hand, near your neck.

Loop the wide end under the narrow end. Let go with your right hand. Tuck it underneath the narrow end, grab the wide end, and pull it back through to your right side.

Loop the wide end back over again. Cross it over the narrow end one more time, at the same point where your left hand is holding the knot together. The front of the tie should be facing forward again (so the seam is hidden).

Pull the wide end up through the neck loop. Fold the tip of the wide end under itself and pull up through the neck loop.

Insert the wide end down through the front knot. You should have a horizontal knot across the front of your tie. Hold this knot open with your finger and carefully insert the wide end.

Tighten the knot. Hold the narrow end and slide the front knot up to tighten the tie. Make sure your tie is straight and the length is appropriate, ideally ending at the top of your belt buckle.

Squeeze the sides of the knot gently to create a simple just below it.

The four in hand knot is a little asymmetrical at the neck. Don't worry about this it is normal.