Years ago, ties existed solely as supporting accessories. Today, however, people pay far more attention to tie coordination, elevating the tie to a prominent status as the focal point of an outfit. If you know nothing about ties, it's time to brush up on your knowledge. We've compiled some tie-tying instructions to teach you how to tie and coordinate ties.
I. Plain Knot: Hold the wide end in your right hand and the narrow end in your left. Cross them over, then bring the wide end behind the narrow end. Continue by flipping the wide end over to the left side. Tuck the wide end under the knot, pull it out through the collar opening, and thread it through the loop formed earlier. Pull tight.
The Four-in-Hand is one of the most commonly chosen tie knots for men. It works well with almost any tie material. The finished knot forms a diagonal triangle, making it ideal for narrow-collar shirts.
II. Windsor Knot: Begin with the wide end on your right. Pass the wide end under the narrow end from right to left, then bring the wide end up to the center.Thread the wide end through the front loop and tighten the knot. With one hand, gently pull the tip of the narrow end, while the other hand moves the knot to the center of the collar. The Windsor knot forms a full, triangular shape, ideal for wide-collar shirts. III. Half Windsor Knot: Begin with the wide end on your right. Fold the wide end up to the center.Bring the wide end out, crossing from left to right. Tuck the wide end under the knot toward the center. Pass the wide end through the front loop and tighten the knot. With one hand, gently pull the tip of the narrow end while the other hand moves the knot to the center of the collar. The Half Windsor is simpler than the Windsor and pairs well with romantic pointed collars and standard-collar shirts.
IV. Pratt Knot: Hold the wide end in your left hand and the narrow end in your right. Cross the wide end over the narrow end, keeping the wide end in front. Wrap the wide end around the narrow end once, fold it back, and thread it through the collar opening. Wrap the wide end around the narrow end again, fold it back through the inner side into the triangular area of the collar opening. The knot surface forms a loop. Tie the knot and secure it.
The Pratt knot represents a contemporary, emerging tie-tying method, inheriting a minimalist and fashionable style that is both simple and elegant.
V. Kent Knot: Place the tie around the neck, leaving the narrow end shorter. Position the long end in front and the short end behind, overlapping them. Pass the long end over the front of the short end.Bring the long end to the back, fold it over to the front, and pull it through. Adjust and tighten.
The Kent knot is the simplest of all tie knots, resulting in the smallest knot shape. It pairs best with small square collars.
Tie Pairing:
① Plain or solid-colored shirts can be paired with intricately patterned ties.
② More flamboyant shirts pair well with simple, solid-color ties.
③ For those who enjoy novelty, pairing plaid shirts with polka-dot ties, or striped shirts with plaid ties—combining two different plaid patterns—makes for excellent choices.
④ For formal banquets, consider a bow tie with an Italian-style collar shirt.
⑤ Vibrant patterns like equestrian themes, floral designs, musical instruments, or animals make for playful tie choices.
⑥ For those who prefer a classic look, a classic knot tied with a silk tie is timeless.④ For formal banquets, consider pairing a bow tie with an Italian-style collar shirt.
⑤ Ties featuring lively patterns—such as equestrian themes, floral motifs, musical instruments, or whimsical animals—can be paired with relaxed, casual sport shirts.