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Necktie Knot Guide

Follow the summarized sequence and adjust length for your body and tie.

ValueNameDescription
Four-in-HandNarrow · easyCross wide end over, wrap behind and across, pass through neck loop, then down front loop. Suits most collars.
Half WindsorMedium · moderateCreates a balanced triangular knot suitable for medium-spread collars.
Full WindsorWide · moderateA large symmetrical knot suited to spread collars and formal looks.
Pratt / ShelbyMedium · moderateBegins seam-side out and produces a neat symmetrical knot.
Simple / OrientalSmall · easyUses few turns and works well with thick fabric.
KelvinNarrow · moderateAn extended Four-in-Hand with an extra wrap for more body.
Prince AlbertNarrow layered · moderateDouble wrap creates a layered elongated knot.
Bow tieBow · moderateForm one folded loop, wrap the other end, then pull a second fold through the rear opening.

Source: The Metropolitan Museum of ArtReviewed: 2026-07-11

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