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four-in-hand knot

how to tie mens ties. a step-by-step guide

start with the wide end of the tie on the right and the small end on the left. Begin with the small end slightly above your belly-button (will vary depending on your height and the length & thickness of your tie). Only move the active (wide) end.

 

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1886 modern man  - how to tie a bow tie
1886 modern man  - how to tie a bow tie

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under the small end and to the right

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1886 modern man  - how to tie a bow tie

wide end over the small end to the left.

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across the front and to the left

1886 modern man  - how to tie a bow tie

up into the neck loop from underneath. down through the loop you've just made in the front.

tighten the knot by pulling down on the wide end. Slide the knot up & adjust. Now your neck tie is done!

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1886 modern man  - how to tie a bow tie
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