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Are you looking for an easy and versatile knot?
Then the simple knot is the one for you. It's one of the simplest tie knots, making it a perfect choice for men who have never worn a tie before.
Learning to tie a simple knot is an essential skill that every aspiring gentleman should master.
Also discover how to tie the Windsor knot .
In this detailed guide on how to tie a simple tie knot, we will cover the history of the knot, the types of ties and collars it works with, the type of occasion a simple tie knot works for, and finally, the tutorial for the tie knot itself.
The moment has arrived. You've bought a classic navy suit and a very neat shirt. But there's a puzzle. You need to tie that tie, but you have absolutely no idea how.
You want something simple, functional, and stylish without looking overly formal. Whether it's for work, an evening out, or a date, you need to know how to tie a tie to look appropriate for the occasion.
The "four-in-hand" tie. Known as the simplest of tie knots , the simple knot is an incredibly easy way to look smart without having to learn the intricacies of more complicated variations.
Easy to tie, thin, tapered and slightly asymmetrical, the simple knot is undoubtedly the most widespread tie knot.
The simple knot, while being the easiest tie knot to tie, can make you look incredibly elegant!
The simple tie knot takes its name from a four-horse carriage (Four in Hand Knot in English).
The knot resembles the way the driver of the car tied his reins to keep his horses under control! It was popularized by the Four In Hand driving club in London , which was founded for the purpose of practicing recreational driving.
The simple knot is best worn with a narrow pointed collar, given the knot's delicate appearance.
The gap between the two points of the collar is small, with the points of the collar directed vertically downwards.
Given the increased vertical lines created by a pointed collar, it is best worn with rounder faces.
Therefore, although simple knots are universally the most common, they are better suited to rounder faces.
A simple tie knot can be worn for everyday work or your next wedding reception, but it is especially well suited to less formal situations, such as an evening out or a date!
The simple knot works well with thinner ties, or ties made of heavier fabrics, such as knitted ties (please note that knitted ties are thinner ties, but made of heavier fabrics).
Heavier fabric ties, such as knitted ties, are not well suited to a full or partial Windsor knot, as the fabric itself already provides a lot of substance to the development of the tie knot.
Follow these 5 simple steps.
The simple knot is a narrow, more discreet, and slightly asymmetrical tie knot . It is best suited to a standard button-down shirt and works best with wide ties made of thick fabrics.
Although this tie knot can be worn by anyone, it is particularly well suited to men with shorter necks, as the rather narrow and elongated shape of the knot slightly stretches the perceived height of the neck.
To tie the Four in Hand knot, choose a tie of your choice and stand in front of a mirror. Then, simply follow the steps below.
Start with the wide end ("W") of your tie on the right, which is about 30 cm below the narrow end ("N") on the left. Then cross the wide end over the narrow end.
Wrap the wide end around the narrow end.
Next, pull the wide end up and into the loop around your neck.
Hold the front of the knot loosely with your index finger and slide the wide end down into the front loop.
Finally, remove your finger and carefully tighten the knot on the collar by holding the narrow end and sliding the knot upwards.
And that's the end of this story. We hope you found this guide helpful.
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