Discover how to tie a bow tie (Self Tie Bow Tie Knot). This easy step by step guide on how to tie a bowtie focuses on the traditional bow tie knot – aka the 'selftie', 'freestyle' or 'tieityourself' bow tie.

The bow tie is a classic style necktie, tied around the collar of a shirt in a symmetrical fashion so that the two opposite ends form loops. This style of how to tie a necktie is simple to follow and well worth the effort. Self tied bow ties have a charm and authenticity which can’t be achieved with clipon or pretied bowties. Wearing a clipon or pretied bow tie to a ‘black tie’ event is a faux pas best avoided. Selftied bow ties are typically associated with weddings (wedding tie knot, wedding bow tie), cocktail parties, proms, graduations, balls, homecomings, formal dinners and all sorts of special occasions. This is due to their almost universal inclusion in mens fashion and traditional formal attire. So, getting it right is crucial.

This step by step tutorial provides detailed, easy to follow instructions on tying a bow tie and what it should look like. The bow tie knot is undoubtedly one of the most stylish ways of tying a necktie. An elegant, stylish, fashionable knot that will earn you some sartorialist kudos.

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