Tying tie knot
There are almost 100 variations to tie your tie. We show you the 5 most common tie knots with a handy step by step guide to tie.
1. Simple knot / Four in hand
The simple knot (also called "four-in-hand") is considered the classic standard tie knot. It is the most commonly used knot and especially suitable for beginners as it is easy to tie. Due to its slight asymmetry it fits almost all shirt collars and men types.
2. Half Windsor knot
Half Windsor's Knot (also known as single or small Windsor Knot) is considered to be a link between a simple knot and double Windsor knots. He is not as brawny as the double Windsor knot, but more elegant and voluminous than the simple knot.
3. Double Windsor knot
The name for the double Windsor knot was Eduard VIII, Duke of Windsor (1894-1972). This large tie knot is perfect for shirts with shark collar and for special occasions.
4. Kent knot
The Kent knot (also called "small knot") is often used on short ties and tall men. To Kent knot is classically worn a shirt with Kent collar.
5. Pratt knot / Shelby knot
This knot, also known as "American", is named after the Americans Jerry Pratt and Donald Shelby. It's an inside-out knot, which means the tie is at the beginning with the seam facing outward.