It is one of the most feared moments for young singles and guys who, starting a brilliant career, choose to show up in a classic
jacket and tie combination at the first job interview. There are
different types of tie knots and it is not always easy to make them alone, in front of a mirror, without having a clear idea of each single step. This is why it is useful to discover which are the
simplest but most effective types of tie knots to show an elegant and well-groomed look, or to choose the right tie knot based on the circumstance. Work meeting, wedding, or a gala occasion: here is how to wear your tie without any difficulty.
How to tie a tie: what are the most elegant types of knots
A real lifesaver for those who are not used to wearing a tie, is the
simple tie knot. In just a few steps, in fact, it is possible to have a minimal result, perfect on
ties with an interesting texture, perhaps with
original shapes and details. All this without sacrificing the elegance of an essential accessory on a suit or to complete a
sophisticated look .
Simple tie knot
Otherwise known as
the Four in Hand Knot , the
simple knot (also called a four-in-hand) is characterized by the way in which the wide part of the tie, called the leg, crosses the narrow part, or leg. The knot is asymmetrical, unlike the Windsor knot, which is why it is considered less elegant and suitable for casual contexts. The tie should be positioned under the collar of the shirt, keeping the wide part on the right, lower than the narrow part on the left. The wide part should be wrapped around the narrow part, so as to form a ring. By passing the wide part upwards, then sliding it into the ring, it will be sufficient to pull it so as to tighten the knot and make it go up to the last button, which will be closed. Suitable for any type of tie, it can be done on any shirt, which is why it is a simple and practical variation.
Windsor tie knot
It owes its name to the Duke Edward of Windsor, and it is precisely the
Windsor knot that is customary to show off on more formal occasions. Triangular in shape and perfectly symmetrical, it maintains a good size, but it is necessary to have ties that are longer than standard, and not particularly bulky in fabric. After having raised the collar of the shirt, you need to position the two ends of the tie so that they are asymmetrical. Now you start by crossing the wide part over the narrow part: holding the crossing still creates a ring. The wide part must go up under the tie, be folded and pass under the narrow part horizontally. Vertically, the wide part must pass under the tie and this time pass through the ring thus created. To tighten the tie, hold the narrow part still, pulling the wide part. Also in this case the shirt is worn by closing the last button of the collar, and the knot is particularly suitable for the
Windsor or Italian shirt collar .
Double tie knot
The
Prince Albert Knot , or
double knot , differs from the elegant tie knot in that the leg of the tie is wrapped around the leg twice instead of once. A simple variant, suitable for everyday life and informal occasions, being slightly asymmetrical. The widest part of the tie must be crossed twice, making it go around the narrowest part. After which the wide part is slipped from behind, where it is recovered with the free fingers, forward, through the loop that has been created. After having compacted the tie, it is time to tighten the knot by placing the leg and leg upwards. Also in this case, suitable for all
types of ties and perfect with any
shirt collar .
Tie and suit matching, how to choose the ideal tie knot
It is essential to know how
to choose the knot based on the tie , which will in turn be chosen based on a careful
combination of clothing . In this case, it is essential to give the look a refined and well-groomed appearance, without giving the impression of having a sloppy appearance. The knot must therefore be chosen according to the width of the tie, the type of fabric it is made of, and the consistency of the internal lining. For example,
wool tweed fabric necessarily requires the application of a simple knot. On the contrary, for a narrow tie and in thin silk fabric, it is better to opt for a knot that involves a greater number of turns, such as the Prince Albert knot or the Windsor knot.
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