How to Tie a Bowtie
Before putting on your tie you should have your dress shirt buttoned up all the way to the top button and have the collar up. Starting the tying process with the wide end of the tie on the left or right side is just a matter of convention, so if you are more comfortable starting with the wide end on the left side then start from the left. Keep the knot of the tie tight throughout the tying process.When you are finished tying your tie put your collar down, the knot should be in the middle of your collar and the wide end of your tie should end around the middle of your belt buckle. If you don&t get it right the first time simply unknot your tie and try again, tying a perfect knot on your necktie takes practice.
How to Tie a Bowtie: Step 1
Slide tie under your color. Extend end in your right hand 1 inch below end in your left hand.
Note: The directions are written as you would see yourself in the mirror. So the "right" is the "right" you see in the mirror.
How to Tie a Bowtie: Step 2
Cross the longer end over the shorter end and then pass it back us through the loop, making a loose overhand knot. Tighten the knot so it fits snugly around the neck.
How to Tie a Bowtie: Step 3
Fold the lower hanging end up and to the left. The unfolded end will be hanging down over the front of the bow.
How to Tie a Bowtie: Step 4
Pull the bow ends forward and very gently squeeze them together to form an opening behind them. Look towards the right to see the opening you have created
How to Tie a Bowtie: Step 5
With your left hand, push the middle art of the tie through the opening from left ot right. Do not let the end of the tie pass all the way throuth the opening. Use your right to help pull the back loop through.
How to Tie a Bowtie: Step 6
Your bow tie will be uneven at this point. Pulling the loops make the knot smaller. Pulling and tugging up and down on the loops and the flat ends will tighten and adjust your bow tie to your own personal preference. Pull the flat ends to untie.