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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa037.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/ties/how-to-tie-a-tie/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/ties/how-to-tie-a-tie/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/ties\/how-to-tie-a-tie\/","crawl_time":1776312246,"first_indexed_time":1630463136,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,artofmanliness!www,\/style\/ties\/how-to-tie-a-tie\/ s443","src_root_hash":"17420296782961912837","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"How to Tie a Tie: The Complete Guide | The Art of Manliness","meta_descriptions":["How to tie five classic necktie knots that every man should know, including the four-in-hand, half-windsor, windsor, shelby, and simple knots."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"in:\nFeatured\n,\nStyle\n,\nTies\nBrett\n•\nMarch 20, 2024\n• Last updated:\nMarch 21, 2024\n\nThe necktie isn’t obsolete\n. You might not wear one all that often these days, but some events still require a tie. It’s a sad fact, but there are grown men who don’t know\nhow to tie a tie\n. If they have a big interview that afternoon, they’ll go shopping for a clip-on. Even if a man does know how to tie a tie, their knowledge is often limited to just one necktie knot.\nBut there are several ways to tie a tie. Certain necktie knots should be used with certain shirt collars and tie fabric materials to get the best results for your appearance. Below, we show you three classic necktie knots every man should know and give you the lowdown on when you should use them.\nI’ve created videos for each tie knot and also one giant video with them all together.\nTo make it easier for you to follow along with the instructions, I’ve flipped the images.\nSo when you’re watching the video, my right is the same as your right and my left is the same as your left. These videos are from 2009. They’re still good, so I’ve kept them.  You get to see me when I was fresh faced and without a mustache. \nLooking to tie a bow tie? Check out our\nHow to Tie a Bow Tie\nGuide\nHow to Tie the Four-In-Hand Tie Knot\nAlso known as the “schoolboy,” this is probably the most widely used tie knot because it’s so easy to tie. It’s a good tie knot to use if your tie is made of heavier material. It looks best with smaller spread collars.\n1. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end.\n2. Turn the wide end back underneath the narrow end.\n3. Continue wrapping the wide end around the narrow end by bringing it across the front of the narrow end again.\n4. Pull the wide end up and through the back of the loop.\n5. Hold the front of the tie knot with your index finger and bring the wide end down through the front knot.\n6. Tighten the knot carefully to the gills by holding the narrow end N and sliding the knot up. Center the knot.\nCheck out the illustrated guide as well:\nHow to Tie the Half-Windsor Tie Knot\nThis is the Windsor Tie knot’s little brother. Like the Windsor, you’re left with a symmetrical triangle tie knot, but the Half Windsor is not as large. This tie knot is appropriate for lighter fabrics and wider ties. It’s best worn with a standard collar.\n1. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end.\n2. Bring the wide end around and behind the narrow end.\n3. Bring the wide end up and pull it down through the hole between your collar and tie.\n4. Bring the wide end around the front, over the narrow end from right to left.\n5. Bring the wide end up back through the loop again.\n6. Pull the wide end down through the knot in front.\n7. Tighten the necktie knot and center it with both hands.\nCheck out the illustrated guide as well:\nHow to Tie the Full Windsor Tie Knot\nThe Windsor necktie knot gives you a wide triangular tie knot that’s good for more formal settings. This tie knot is best worn with a wide spread collar. It's also known as the \"Eton knot\" because it's the tie knot used by students at Eton.\n1. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end.\n2. Bring the wide end of the tie up through the hole between your collar and the tie. Then pull it down toward the front.\n3. Bring the wide end behind the narrow end and to the right.\n4. Pull the wide end back through the loop again. You should have a triangle now where the necktie knot will be.\n5. Wrap the wide end around the triangle by pulling the wide end from right to left.\n6. Bring the wide end up through the loop a third time.\n7. Pull the wide end through the knot in front.\n8. Tighten the knot and center it with both hands.\nHow to Tie The Shelby Tie Knot\nThe Shelby knot is a more obscure knot and was popularized by anchorman Don Shelby in the 1970's. It works best with wider ties that are made from heavier material.\n1. Start with the tie draped inside out around your neck, wide end on the right.\n2. Bring the wide end under the narrow end.\n3. Bring the wide end up and pull it down through the loop between your neck and your tie. After you pull the wide end all the way through, bring it to the left.\n4. Bring the wide end over the knot to the right.\n5. Pull the wide end up through the loop between your neck and your tie.\n6. Thread the wide end through the knot and pull tight. Center as needed.\nHow to Tie the Simple (Oriental) Necktie Knot\n1. Drape the tie inside out over your neck, with the wide end longer and on your left. \n2. Wide end goes to the right under the small end. \n3. Bring it back to the left over the small end. \n4. Bring the wide end up through the neck loop. \n5. Carry the wide end back down through the knot you just made in the front. \n6. Tighten and slide the knot up to adjust. \nWhat is the easiest tie knot?\nThe four-in-hand is definitely the easiest.\nWhat is the easiest tie knot for beginners?\nAgain, the four-in-hand.\nWhat is the fanciest tie knot?\nFull Windsor is usually considered the most formal or fanciest tie knot.\nWhich tie knot is best?\nThe best tie knot is the one right for the type of shirt you're wearing and for the occasion. Less formal, go with four-in-hand. More formal, go with a half or full Windsor.\nHow long should a tie hang?\nRight above the belt buckle.\nCheck out our visual guide on wear a tie should hang. \nWhat's the best tie knot for a wedding?\nSince the wedding is a formal event, go with a full Windsor.\nWhat is an \"eton tie knot?\"\nIt's the same thing as a Windsor knot.\nPrevious\nNext","attrs_markdown":"Menu\n\n[![logo](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/wp-content\/themes\/aom\/assets\/img\/logo.svg)](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/)\n\n[random](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/?random) [podcast](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/podcast)\n\n- [Get Style](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/)\n  - [Clothing](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/clothing\/)\n  - [Accessories](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/accessories\/)\n  - [Facial Hair](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/facial-hair\/)\n  - [Ties](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/ties\/)\n- [Get 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You might not wear one all that often these days, but some events still require a tie. It’s a sad fact, but there are grown men who don’t know **how to tie a tie**. If they have a big interview that afternoon, they’ll go shopping for a clip-on. Even if a man does know how to tie a tie, their knowledge is often limited to just one necktie knot.\n\nBut there are several ways to tie a tie. Certain necktie knots should be used with certain shirt collars and tie fabric materials to get the best results for your appearance. Below, we show you three classic necktie knots every man should know and give you the lowdown on when you should use them.\n\nI’ve created videos for each tie knot and also one giant video with them all together. **To make it easier for you to follow along with the instructions, I’ve flipped the images.** So when you’re watching the video, my right is the same as your right and my left is the same as your left. These videos are from 2009. They’re still good, so I’ve kept them. You get to see me when I was fresh faced and without a mustache.\n\nLooking to tie a bow tie? Check out our [How to Tie a Bow Tie](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/ties\/how-to-tie-a-bow\/) Guide\n\nContents \\[[hide](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/ties\/how-to-tie-a-tie\/)\\]\n\n- [1\\. Four-in-Hand Tie Knot](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/ties\/how-to-tie-a-tie\/#Fourinhand_Tie_Knot)\n- [2\\. Half-Windsor Tie Knot](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/ties\/how-to-tie-a-tie\/#Halfwindsor_Tie_Knot)\n- [3\\. Full-Windsor Tie Knot](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/ties\/how-to-tie-a-tie\/#Fullwindsor_Tie_Knot)\n- [4\\. Shelby Tie Knot](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/ties\/how-to-tie-a-tie\/#Shelby_Tie_Knot)\n- [5\\. Simple Tie Knot](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/ties\/how-to-tie-a-tie\/#Simple_Tie_Knot)\n- [6\\. More Tie Content](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/ties\/how-to-tie-a-tie\/#More_Tie_Content)\n- [7\\. FAQS](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/ties\/how-to-tie-a-tie\/#Faqs)\n\n### How to Tie the Four-In-Hand Tie Knot\nAlso known as the “schoolboy,” this is probably the most widely used tie knot because it’s so easy to tie. It’s a good tie knot to use if your tie is made of heavier material. It looks best with smaller spread collars.\n\n1\\. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end.\n\n2\\. Turn the wide end back underneath the narrow end.\n\n3\\. Continue wrapping the wide end around the narrow end by bringing it across the front of the narrow end again.\n\n4\\. Pull the wide end up and through the back of the loop.\n\n5\\. Hold the front of the tie knot with your index finger and bring the wide end down through the front knot.\n\n6\\. Tighten the knot carefully to the gills by holding the narrow end N and sliding the knot up. Center the knot.\n\nCheck out the illustrated guide as well:\n\n![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/four-in-hand-6.jpg)\n\n![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/four-in-hand-1.png)\n\n![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/four-in-hand-2.jpg)\n\n![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/four-in-hand-3.jpg)\n\n![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/four-in-hand-4.jpg)\n\n![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/four-in-hand-5.jpg)\n\n![foud in hand necktie knot instructions illustration](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2012\/03\/Four-In-Hand-1.jpg)\n\n### How to Tie the Half-Windsor Tie Knot\nThis is the Windsor Tie knot’s little brother. Like the Windsor, you’re left with a symmetrical triangle tie knot, but the Half Windsor is not as large. This tie knot is appropriate for lighter fabrics and wider ties. It’s best worn with a standard collar.\n\n1\\. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end.\n\n2\\. Bring the wide end around and behind the narrow end.\n\n3\\. Bring the wide end up and pull it down through the hole between your collar and tie.\n\n4\\. Bring the wide end around the front, over the narrow end from right to left.\n\n5\\. Bring the wide end up back through the loop again.\n\n6\\. Pull the wide end down through the knot in front.\n\n7\\. Tighten the necktie knot and center it with both hands.\n\nCheck out the illustrated guide as well:\n\n![half windsor necktie knot how to start](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/half-windsor-1.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot wide narrow end](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/half-windsor-2.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot how to tie ](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/half-windsor-3.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot how to tie](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/half-windsor-4.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot how to tie](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/half-windsor-5.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot tighten](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/half-windsor-6.jpg)\n\n![how to tie half windsor necktie knot](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2012\/08\/Half-Windsor-2.jpg)\n\n### How to Tie the Full Windsor Tie Knot\nThe Windsor necktie knot gives you a wide triangular tie knot that’s good for more formal settings. This tie knot is best worn with a wide spread collar. It's also known as the \"Eton knot\" because it's the tie knot used by students at Eton.\n\n![](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/2009\/06\/Full-Windsor-VERT-1-e1519918848686.jpg)\n\n1\\. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end.\n\n2\\. Bring the wide end of the tie up through the hole between your collar and the tie. Then pull it down toward the front.\n\n3\\. Bring the wide end behind the narrow end and to the right.\n\n4\\. Pull the wide end back through the loop again. You should have a triangle now where the necktie knot will be.\n\n5\\. Wrap the wide end around the triangle by pulling the wide end from right to left.\n\n6\\. Bring the wide end up through the loop a third time.\n\n7\\. Pull the wide end through the knot in front.\n\n8\\. Tighten the knot and center it with both hands.\n\n### How to Tie The Shelby Tie Knot\nThe Shelby knot is a more obscure knot and was popularized by anchorman Don Shelby in the 1970's. It works best with wider ties that are made from heavier material.\n\n![](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/2009\/06\/Shelby-Knot-1.jpg)  \n 1. Start with the tie draped inside out around your neck, wide end on the right.\n\n2\\. Bring the wide end under the narrow end.\n\n3\\. Bring the wide end up and pull it down through the loop between your neck and your tie. After you pull the wide end all the way through, bring it to the left.\n\n4\\. Bring the wide end over the knot to the right.\n\n5\\. Pull the wide end up through the loop between your neck and your tie.\n\n6\\. Thread the wide end through the knot and pull tight. Center as needed.\n\n### How to Tie the Simple (Oriental) Necktie Knot\n![](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Simple-Knot-2.jpg)\n\n1\\. Drape the tie inside out over your neck, with the wide end longer and on your left.\n\n2\\. Wide end goes to the right under the small end.\n\n3\\. Bring it back to the left over the small end.\n\n4\\. Bring the wide end up through the neck loop.\n\n5\\. Carry the wide end back down through the knot you just made in the front.\n\n6\\. Tighten and slide the knot up to adjust.\n\n- [Ties Archives](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/category\/dress-grooming\/ties\/)\n- [How to Tie a Bow Tie](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/articles\/how-to-tie-a-bow\/)\n- [How to Match a Tie with a Dress Shirt and Suit](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/articles\/match-tie-with-shirt-suit\/)\n- [How to Take Care of Your Ties](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/articles\/keep-your-ties-in-tip-top-shape\/)\n- [Tie Tips: A Visual Gude](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/articles\/necktie-tips-for-men-a-visual-guide\/)\n\n**What is the easiest tie knot?**\n\nThe four-in-hand is definitely the easiest.\n\n**What is the easiest tie knot for beginners?**\n\nAgain, the four-in-hand.\n\n**What is the fanciest tie knot?**\n\nFull Windsor is usually considered the most formal or fanciest tie knot.\n\n**Which tie knot is best?**\n\nThe best tie knot is the one right for the type of shirt you're wearing and for the occasion. Less formal, go with four-in-hand. More formal, go with a half or full Windsor.\n\n**How long should a tie hang?**\n\nRight above the belt buckle. [Check out our visual guide on wear a tie should hang.](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/articles\/necktie-tips-for-men-a-visual-guide\/)\n\n**What's the best tie knot for a wedding?**\n\nSince the wedding is a formal event, go with a full Windsor.\n\n**What is an \"eton tie knot?\"**\n\nIt's the same thing as a Windsor knot.\n\n### Related Posts\n- [![How to tie a bow tie.](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/2012\/04\/Bow-Tie-1.jpg)](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/ties\/how-to-tie-a-bow\/)\n  [How to Tie a Bow Tie](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/ties\/how-to-tie-a-bow\/)\n- [![A vintage ad showcasing Chubby's ties in tip-top shape.](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/2013\/12\/tiead.png.jpg)](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/ties\/keep-your-ties-in-tip-top-shape\/)\n  [Keep Your Ties In Tip Top Shape](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/ties\/keep-your-ties-in-tip-top-shape\/)\n- [![A man in a hat and bow tie sitting in a 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Certain necktie knots should be used with certain shirt collars and tie fabric materials to get the best results for your appearance. Below, we show you three classic necktie knots every man should know and give you the lowdown on when you should use them.\n\nI’ve created videos for each tie knot and also one giant video with them all together. **To make it easier for you to follow along with the instructions, I’ve flipped the images.** So when you’re watching the video, my right is the same as your right and my left is the same as your left. These videos are from 2009. They’re still good, so I’ve kept them. You get to see me when I was fresh faced and without a mustache.\n\nLooking to tie a bow tie? Check out our [How to Tie a Bow Tie](https:\/\/www.artofmanliness.com\/style\/ties\/how-to-tie-a-bow\/) Guide\n\n### How to Tie the Four-In-Hand Tie Knot\nAlso known as the “schoolboy,” this is probably the most widely used tie knot because it’s so easy to tie. It’s a good tie knot to use if your tie is made of heavier material. It looks best with smaller spread collars.\n\n1\\. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end.\n\n2\\. Turn the wide end back underneath the narrow end.\n\n3\\. Continue wrapping the wide end around the narrow end by bringing it across the front of the narrow end again.\n\n4\\. Pull the wide end up and through the back of the loop.\n\n5\\. Hold the front of the tie knot with your index finger and bring the wide end down through the front knot.\n\n6\\. Tighten the knot carefully to the gills by holding the narrow end N and sliding the knot up. Center the knot.\n\nCheck out the illustrated guide as well:\n\n![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/four-in-hand-6.jpg)\n\n![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/four-in-hand-1.png)\n\n![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/four-in-hand-2.jpg)\n\n![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/four-in-hand-3.jpg)\n\n![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/four-in-hand-4.jpg)\n\n![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/four-in-hand-5.jpg)\n\n![foud in hand necktie knot instructions illustration](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2012\/03\/Four-In-Hand-1.jpg)\n\n### How to Tie the Half-Windsor Tie Knot\nThis is the Windsor Tie knot’s little brother. Like the Windsor, you’re left with a symmetrical triangle tie knot, but the Half Windsor is not as large. This tie knot is appropriate for lighter fabrics and wider ties. It’s best worn with a standard collar.\n\n1\\. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end.\n\n2\\. Bring the wide end around and behind the narrow end.\n\n3\\. Bring the wide end up and pull it down through the hole between your collar and tie.\n\n4\\. Bring the wide end around the front, over the narrow end from right to left.\n\n5\\. Bring the wide end up back through the loop again.\n\n6\\. Pull the wide end down through the knot in front.\n\n7\\. Tighten the necktie knot and center it with both hands.\n\nCheck out the illustrated guide as well:\n\n![half windsor necktie knot how to start](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/half-windsor-1.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot wide narrow end](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/half-windsor-2.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot how to tie ](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/half-windsor-3.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot how to tie](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/half-windsor-4.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot how to tie](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/half-windsor-5.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot tighten](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2009\/06\/half-windsor-6.jpg)\n\n![how to tie half windsor necktie knot](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/\/2012\/08\/Half-Windsor-2.jpg)\n\n### How to Tie the Full Windsor Tie Knot\nThe Windsor necktie knot gives you a wide triangular tie knot that’s good for more formal settings. This tie knot is best worn with a wide spread collar. It's also known as the \"Eton knot\" because it's the tie knot used by students at Eton.\n\n![](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/2009\/06\/Full-Windsor-VERT-1-e1519918848686.jpg)\n\n1\\. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end.\n\n2\\. Bring the wide end of the tie up through the hole between your collar and the tie. Then pull it down toward the front.\n\n3\\. Bring the wide end behind the narrow end and to the right.\n\n4\\. Pull the wide end back through the loop again. You should have a triangle now where the necktie knot will be.\n\n5\\. Wrap the wide end around the triangle by pulling the wide end from right to left.\n\n6\\. Bring the wide end up through the loop a third time.\n\n7\\. Pull the wide end through the knot in front.\n\n8\\. Tighten the knot and center it with both hands.\n\n### How to Tie The Shelby Tie Knot\nThe Shelby knot is a more obscure knot and was popularized by anchorman Don Shelby in the 1970's. It works best with wider ties that are made from heavier material.\n\n![](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/2009\/06\/Shelby-Knot-1.jpg)  \n 1. Start with the tie draped inside out around your neck, wide end on the right.\n\n2\\. Bring the wide end under the narrow end.\n\n3\\. Bring the wide end up and pull it down through the loop between your neck and your tie. After you pull the wide end all the way through, bring it to the left.\n\n4\\. Bring the wide end over the knot to the right.\n\n5\\. Pull the wide end up through the loop between your neck and your tie.\n\n6\\. Thread the wide end through the knot and pull tight. Center as needed.\n\n### How to Tie the Simple (Oriental) Necktie Knot\n![](https:\/\/content.artofmanliness.com\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Simple-Knot-2.jpg)\n\n1\\. Drape the tie inside out over your neck, with the wide end longer and on your left.\n\n2\\. Wide end goes to the right under the small end.\n\n3\\. Bring it back to the left over the small end.\n\n4\\. Bring the wide end up through the neck loop.\n\n5\\. Carry the wide end back down through the knot you just made in the front.\n\n6\\. Tighten and slide the knot up to adjust.\n\n**What is the easiest tie knot?**\n\nThe four-in-hand is definitely the easiest.\n\n**What is the easiest tie knot for beginners?**\n\nAgain, the four-in-hand.\n\n**What is the fanciest tie knot?**\n\nFull Windsor is usually considered the most formal or fanciest tie knot.\n\n**Which tie knot is best?**\n\nThe best tie knot is the one right for the type of shirt you're wearing and for the occasion. Less formal, go with four-in-hand. More formal, go with a half or full Windsor.\n\n**How long should a tie hang?**\n\nRight above the belt buckle. 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Boilerpipe Text	in: Featured , Style , Ties Brett • March 20, 2024 • Last updated: March 21, 2024 The necktie isn’t obsolete . You might not wear one all that often these days, but some events still require a tie. It’s a sad fact, but there are grown men who don’t know how to tie a tie . If they have a big interview that afternoon, they’ll go shopping for a clip-on. Even if a man does know how to tie a tie, their knowledge is often limited to just one necktie knot. But there are several ways to tie a tie. Certain necktie knots should be used with certain shirt collars and tie fabric materials to get the best results for your appearance. Below, we show you three classic necktie knots every man should know and give you the lowdown on when you should use them. I’ve created videos for each tie knot and also one giant video with them all together. To make it easier for you to follow along with the instructions, I’ve flipped the images. So when you’re watching the video, my right is the same as your right and my left is the same as your left. These videos are from 2009. They’re still good, so I’ve kept them. You get to see me when I was fresh faced and without a mustache. Looking to tie a bow tie? Check out our How to Tie a Bow Tie Guide How to Tie the Four-In-Hand Tie Knot Also known as the “schoolboy,” this is probably the most widely used tie knot because it’s so easy to tie. It’s a good tie knot to use if your tie is made of heavier material. It looks best with smaller spread collars. 1. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end. 2. Turn the wide end back underneath the narrow end. 3. Continue wrapping the wide end around the narrow end by bringing it across the front of the narrow end again. 4. Pull the wide end up and through the back of the loop. 5. Hold the front of the tie knot with your index finger and bring the wide end down through the front knot. 6. Tighten the knot carefully to the gills by holding the narrow end N and sliding the knot up. Center the knot. Check out the illustrated guide as well: How to Tie the Half-Windsor Tie Knot This is the Windsor Tie knot’s little brother. Like the Windsor, you’re left with a symmetrical triangle tie knot, but the Half Windsor is not as large. This tie knot is appropriate for lighter fabrics and wider ties. It’s best worn with a standard collar. 1. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end. 2. Bring the wide end around and behind the narrow end. 3. Bring the wide end up and pull it down through the hole between your collar and tie. 4. Bring the wide end around the front, over the narrow end from right to left. 5. Bring the wide end up back through the loop again. 6. Pull the wide end down through the knot in front. 7. Tighten the necktie knot and center it with both hands. Check out the illustrated guide as well: How to Tie the Full Windsor Tie Knot The Windsor necktie knot gives you a wide triangular tie knot that’s good for more formal settings. This tie knot is best worn with a wide spread collar. It's also known as the "Eton knot" because it's the tie knot used by students at Eton. 1. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end. 2. Bring the wide end of the tie up through the hole between your collar and the tie. Then pull it down toward the front. 3. Bring the wide end behind the narrow end and to the right. 4. Pull the wide end back through the loop again. You should have a triangle now where the necktie knot will be. 5. Wrap the wide end around the triangle by pulling the wide end from right to left. 6. Bring the wide end up through the loop a third time. 7. Pull the wide end through the knot in front. 8. Tighten the knot and center it with both hands. How to Tie The Shelby Tie Knot The Shelby knot is a more obscure knot and was popularized by anchorman Don Shelby in the 1970's. It works best with wider ties that are made from heavier material. 1. Start with the tie draped inside out around your neck, wide end on the right. 2. Bring the wide end under the narrow end. 3. Bring the wide end up and pull it down through the loop between your neck and your tie. After you pull the wide end all the way through, bring it to the left. 4. Bring the wide end over the knot to the right. 5. Pull the wide end up through the loop between your neck and your tie. 6. Thread the wide end through the knot and pull tight. Center as needed. How to Tie the Simple (Oriental) Necktie Knot 1. Drape the tie inside out over your neck, with the wide end longer and on your left. 2. Wide end goes to the right under the small end. 3. Bring it back to the left over the small end. 4. Bring the wide end up through the neck loop. 5. Carry the wide end back down through the knot you just made in the front. 6. Tighten and slide the knot up to adjust. What is the easiest tie knot? The four-in-hand is definitely the easiest. What is the easiest tie knot for beginners? Again, the four-in-hand. What is the fanciest tie knot? Full Windsor is usually considered the most formal or fanciest tie knot. Which tie knot is best? The best tie knot is the one right for the type of shirt you're wearing and for the occasion. Less formal, go with four-in-hand. More formal, go with a half or full Windsor. How long should a tie hang? Right above the belt buckle. Check out our visual guide on wear a tie should hang. What's the best tie knot for a wedding? Since the wedding is a formal event, go with a full Windsor. What is an "eton tie knot?" It's the same thing as a Windsor knot. 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You might not wear one all that often these days, but some events still require a tie. It’s a sad fact, but there are grown men who don’t know how to tie a tie. If they have a big interview that afternoon, they’ll go shopping for a clip-on. Even if a man does know how to tie a tie, their knowledge is often limited to just one necktie knot. But there are several ways to tie a tie. Certain necktie knots should be used with certain shirt collars and tie fabric materials to get the best results for your appearance. Below, we show you three classic necktie knots every man should know and give you the lowdown on when you should use them. I’ve created videos for each tie knot and also one giant video with them all together. To make it easier for you to follow along with the instructions, I’ve flipped the images. So when you’re watching the video, my right is the same as your right and my left is the same as your left. These videos are from 2009. They’re still good, so I’ve kept them. You get to see me when I was fresh faced and without a mustache. Looking to tie a bow tie? Check out our [How to Tie a Bow Tie](https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/ties/how-to-tie-a-bow/) Guide Contents \[[hide](https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/ties/how-to-tie-a-tie/)\] - [1\. Four-in-Hand Tie Knot](https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/ties/how-to-tie-a-tie/#Fourinhand_Tie_Knot) - [2\. Half-Windsor Tie Knot](https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/ties/how-to-tie-a-tie/#Halfwindsor_Tie_Knot) - [3\. Full-Windsor Tie Knot](https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/ties/how-to-tie-a-tie/#Fullwindsor_Tie_Knot) - [4\. Shelby Tie Knot](https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/ties/how-to-tie-a-tie/#Shelby_Tie_Knot) - [5\. Simple Tie Knot](https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/ties/how-to-tie-a-tie/#Simple_Tie_Knot) - [6\. More Tie Content](https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/ties/how-to-tie-a-tie/#More_Tie_Content) - [7\. FAQS](https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/ties/how-to-tie-a-tie/#Faqs) ### How to Tie the Four-In-Hand Tie Knot Also known as the “schoolboy,” this is probably the most widely used tie knot because it’s so easy to tie. It’s a good tie knot to use if your tie is made of heavier material. It looks best with smaller spread collars. 1\. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end. 2\. Turn the wide end back underneath the narrow end. 3\. Continue wrapping the wide end around the narrow end by bringing it across the front of the narrow end again. 4\. Pull the wide end up and through the back of the loop. 5\. Hold the front of the tie knot with your index finger and bring the wide end down through the front knot. 6\. Tighten the knot carefully to the gills by holding the narrow end N and sliding the knot up. Center the knot. Check out the illustrated guide as well: ![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/four-in-hand-6.jpg) ![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/four-in-hand-1.png) ![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/four-in-hand-2.jpg) ![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/four-in-hand-3.jpg) ![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/four-in-hand-4.jpg) ![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/four-in-hand-5.jpg) ![foud in hand necktie knot instructions illustration](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2012/03/Four-In-Hand-1.jpg) ### How to Tie the Half-Windsor Tie Knot This is the Windsor Tie knot’s little brother. Like the Windsor, you’re left with a symmetrical triangle tie knot, but the Half Windsor is not as large. This tie knot is appropriate for lighter fabrics and wider ties. It’s best worn with a standard collar. 1\. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end. 2\. Bring the wide end around and behind the narrow end. 3\. Bring the wide end up and pull it down through the hole between your collar and tie. 4\. Bring the wide end around the front, over the narrow end from right to left. 5\. Bring the wide end up back through the loop again. 6\. Pull the wide end down through the knot in front. 7\. Tighten the necktie knot and center it with both hands. Check out the illustrated guide as well: ![half windsor necktie knot how to start](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/half-windsor-1.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot wide narrow end](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/half-windsor-2.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot how to tie ](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/half-windsor-3.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot how to tie](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/half-windsor-4.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot how to tie](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/half-windsor-5.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot tighten](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/half-windsor-6.jpg) ![how to tie half windsor necktie knot](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2012/08/Half-Windsor-2.jpg) ### How to Tie the Full Windsor Tie Knot The Windsor necktie knot gives you a wide triangular tie knot that’s good for more formal settings. This tie knot is best worn with a wide spread collar. It's also known as the "Eton knot" because it's the tie knot used by students at Eton. ![](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads/2009/06/Full-Windsor-VERT-1-e1519918848686.jpg) 1\. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end. 2\. Bring the wide end of the tie up through the hole between your collar and the tie. Then pull it down toward the front. 3\. Bring the wide end behind the narrow end and to the right. 4\. Pull the wide end back through the loop again. You should have a triangle now where the necktie knot will be. 5\. Wrap the wide end around the triangle by pulling the wide end from right to left. 6\. Bring the wide end up through the loop a third time. 7\. Pull the wide end through the knot in front. 8\. Tighten the knot and center it with both hands. ### How to Tie The Shelby Tie Knot The Shelby knot is a more obscure knot and was popularized by anchorman Don Shelby in the 1970's. It works best with wider ties that are made from heavier material. ![](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads/2009/06/Shelby-Knot-1.jpg) 1. Start with the tie draped inside out around your neck, wide end on the right. 2\. Bring the wide end under the narrow end. 3\. Bring the wide end up and pull it down through the loop between your neck and your tie. After you pull the wide end all the way through, bring it to the left. 4\. Bring the wide end over the knot to the right. 5\. Pull the wide end up through the loop between your neck and your tie. 6\. Thread the wide end through the knot and pull tight. Center as needed. ### How to Tie the Simple (Oriental) Necktie Knot ![](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads/2018/04/Simple-Knot-2.jpg) 1\. Drape the tie inside out over your neck, with the wide end longer and on your left. 2\. Wide end goes to the right under the small end. 3\. Bring it back to the left over the small end. 4\. Bring the wide end up through the neck loop. 5\. Carry the wide end back down through the knot you just made in the front. 6\. Tighten and slide the knot up to adjust. - [Ties Archives](https://www.artofmanliness.com/category/dress-grooming/ties/) - [How to Tie a Bow Tie](https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/how-to-tie-a-bow/) - [How to Match a Tie with a Dress Shirt and Suit](https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/match-tie-with-shirt-suit/) - [How to Take Care of Your Ties](https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/keep-your-ties-in-tip-top-shape/) - [Tie Tips: A Visual Gude](https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/necktie-tips-for-men-a-visual-guide/) What is the easiest tie knot? The four-in-hand is definitely the easiest. What is the easiest tie knot for beginners? Again, the four-in-hand. What is the fanciest tie knot? Full Windsor is usually considered the most formal or fanciest tie knot. Which tie knot is best? The best tie knot is the one right for the type of shirt you're wearing and for the occasion. Less formal, go with four-in-hand. More formal, go with a half or full Windsor. How long should a tie hang? Right above the belt buckle. [Check out our visual guide on wear a tie should hang.](https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/necktie-tips-for-men-a-visual-guide/) What's the best tie knot for a wedding? Since the wedding is a formal event, go with a full Windsor. What is an "eton tie knot?" 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Readable Markdown	in: [Featured](https://www.artofmanliness.com/featured/), [Style](https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/), [Ties](https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/ties/) Brett • March 20, 2024 • Last updated: March 21, 2024 [The necktie isn’t obsolete](https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/ties/is-the-necktie-obsolete/). You might not wear one all that often these days, but some events still require a tie. It’s a sad fact, but there are grown men who don’t know how to tie a tie. If they have a big interview that afternoon, they’ll go shopping for a clip-on. Even if a man does know how to tie a tie, their knowledge is often limited to just one necktie knot. But there are several ways to tie a tie. Certain necktie knots should be used with certain shirt collars and tie fabric materials to get the best results for your appearance. Below, we show you three classic necktie knots every man should know and give you the lowdown on when you should use them. I’ve created videos for each tie knot and also one giant video with them all together. To make it easier for you to follow along with the instructions, I’ve flipped the images. So when you’re watching the video, my right is the same as your right and my left is the same as your left. These videos are from 2009. They’re still good, so I’ve kept them. You get to see me when I was fresh faced and without a mustache. Looking to tie a bow tie? Check out our [How to Tie a Bow Tie](https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/ties/how-to-tie-a-bow/) Guide ### How to Tie the Four-In-Hand Tie Knot Also known as the “schoolboy,” this is probably the most widely used tie knot because it’s so easy to tie. It’s a good tie knot to use if your tie is made of heavier material. It looks best with smaller spread collars. 1\. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end. 2\. Turn the wide end back underneath the narrow end. 3\. Continue wrapping the wide end around the narrow end by bringing it across the front of the narrow end again. 4\. Pull the wide end up and through the back of the loop. 5\. Hold the front of the tie knot with your index finger and bring the wide end down through the front knot. 6\. Tighten the knot carefully to the gills by holding the narrow end N and sliding the knot up. Center the knot. Check out the illustrated guide as well: ![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/four-in-hand-6.jpg) ![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/four-in-hand-1.png) ![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/four-in-hand-2.jpg) ![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/four-in-hand-3.jpg) ![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/four-in-hand-4.jpg) ![how to tie four in hand necktie knot](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/four-in-hand-5.jpg) ![foud in hand necktie knot instructions illustration](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2012/03/Four-In-Hand-1.jpg) ### How to Tie the Half-Windsor Tie Knot This is the Windsor Tie knot’s little brother. Like the Windsor, you’re left with a symmetrical triangle tie knot, but the Half Windsor is not as large. This tie knot is appropriate for lighter fabrics and wider ties. It’s best worn with a standard collar. 1\. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end. 2\. Bring the wide end around and behind the narrow end. 3\. Bring the wide end up and pull it down through the hole between your collar and tie. 4\. Bring the wide end around the front, over the narrow end from right to left. 5\. Bring the wide end up back through the loop again. 6\. Pull the wide end down through the knot in front. 7\. Tighten the necktie knot and center it with both hands. Check out the illustrated guide as well: ![half windsor necktie knot how to start](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/half-windsor-1.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot wide narrow end](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/half-windsor-2.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot how to tie ](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/half-windsor-3.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot how to tie](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/half-windsor-4.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot how to tie](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/half-windsor-5.jpg) ![half windsor necktie knot tighten](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2009/06/half-windsor-6.jpg) ![how to tie half windsor necktie knot](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads//2012/08/Half-Windsor-2.jpg) ### How to Tie the Full Windsor Tie Knot The Windsor necktie knot gives you a wide triangular tie knot that’s good for more formal settings. This tie knot is best worn with a wide spread collar. It's also known as the "Eton knot" because it's the tie knot used by students at Eton. ![](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads/2009/06/Full-Windsor-VERT-1-e1519918848686.jpg) 1\. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end. 2\. Bring the wide end of the tie up through the hole between your collar and the tie. Then pull it down toward the front. 3\. Bring the wide end behind the narrow end and to the right. 4\. Pull the wide end back through the loop again. You should have a triangle now where the necktie knot will be. 5\. Wrap the wide end around the triangle by pulling the wide end from right to left. 6\. Bring the wide end up through the loop a third time. 7\. Pull the wide end through the knot in front. 8\. Tighten the knot and center it with both hands. ### How to Tie The Shelby Tie Knot The Shelby knot is a more obscure knot and was popularized by anchorman Don Shelby in the 1970's. It works best with wider ties that are made from heavier material. ![](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads/2009/06/Shelby-Knot-1.jpg) 1. Start with the tie draped inside out around your neck, wide end on the right. 2\. Bring the wide end under the narrow end. 3\. Bring the wide end up and pull it down through the loop between your neck and your tie. After you pull the wide end all the way through, bring it to the left. 4\. Bring the wide end over the knot to the right. 5\. Pull the wide end up through the loop between your neck and your tie. 6\. Thread the wide end through the knot and pull tight. Center as needed. ### How to Tie the Simple (Oriental) Necktie Knot ![](https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads/2018/04/Simple-Knot-2.jpg) 1\. Drape the tie inside out over your neck, with the wide end longer and on your left. 2\. Wide end goes to the right under the small end. 3\. Bring it back to the left over the small end. 4\. Bring the wide end up through the neck loop. 5\. Carry the wide end back down through the knot you just made in the front. 6\. Tighten and slide the knot up to adjust. What is the easiest tie knot? The four-in-hand is definitely the easiest. What is the easiest tie knot for beginners? Again, the four-in-hand. What is the fanciest tie knot? Full Windsor is usually considered the most formal or fanciest tie knot. Which tie knot is best? The best tie knot is the one right for the type of shirt you're wearing and for the occasion. Less formal, go with four-in-hand. More formal, go with a half or full Windsor. How long should a tie hang? Right above the belt buckle. [Check out our visual guide on wear a tie should hang.](https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/necktie-tips-for-men-a-visual-guide/) What's the best tie knot for a wedding? Since the wedding is a formal event, go with a full Windsor. What is an "eton tie knot?" It's the same thing as a Windsor knot. [Previous](https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/advice/podcast-776-how-to-shift-out-of-the-midlife-malaise/)[Next](https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/habits/podcast-975-timeboxing-the-productivity-boosting-power-of-doing-one-thing-at-a-time/)
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