Step 1

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Hang the tie across the back of the neck, with equal length ends. We’ve labeled the ends A and B for clarity.


Step 2

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Cross the one side over the other. In this instance, A crosses in front of B.


Step 3

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Tie a simple knot, tucking A behind the neck loop. Be sure this is a reasonably snug knot, as its location will determine where the final knot lies.


Step 4

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Cross A back over B, pulling B to the other side. The portion of A that’s at the center will be the visible portion of the final knot.


Step 5

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Hold B straight down, and pull A back behind B.


Step 6

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Take the end of A and feed it back through the loop created in steps 4 and 5. You may need to switch hands.


Step 7

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Pull the end of A carefully through the knot.


Step 8

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You’re almost done! Carefully pull A and B to get the ends to roughly the same length. You may want to smooth out the front of the knot before pulling it tight.


Step 9

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Snug up the knot to your liking. Practice until you can consistently achieve the style of knot you like.