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Knot Tied
When I was in college, I valeted cars for weddings to help subsidize my cost of living (fancy way of saying, “pay for booze”). The uniform required wearing slacks, a white dress shirt, a tie, vest and a nametag that read, “Sam Keene, Valet Manager.” While getting ready, I’d pull open my tie drawer and carefully select a tie for the evening (white was always a hit). It wasn’t until this experience that I noticed how many guys don’t actually know how to tie a tie! Rather than verbally explain the process, check out the instructional graphic below:
For most normal ties, the Half Windsor has a really good look. Be sure that when you start tying, the long (fat) side is level with your inseam. This will give you the best shot of having the final product rest gently on your belt (where it should).
If you are more of a skinny-tie-type-o-guy, rock the Four in Hand. Don’t cinch this up too tight or it will look like a noose. It should come off casual, as the tie it is knotting.
One final note on the subject: if you see a guy struggling to tie their neckwear, teach him to fish, don’t just do it for him. Cavemen had hunting, we have ties; both are essential for survival.
