There are many ways to tie a tie. Every guy should know how to tie a tie. But depending on your personal style, body type, preferred shirt style, and up coming occasion the Windsor, Half windsor or Pratt knot may work better for you. The only way to know is to try them all and to see which one works best for you.

Men look good in ties. So do many women. Starting with these step-by-step instructions and some patience, you can become proficient at tying your tie for maximum class, professionalism, and style.

From jacket to shoes everything counts. One of the more essential pieces of apparel you’ll ever choose is your neck tie. Neck ties speak loudly in regard to men’s (or women’s) style. Besides, it’s right there beneath the chin, and is often the first object people acknowledge, even in front of your face!

Here are few tested simple ways to tie a tie:

1. Four-in-hand knot is the easiest to learn among the four most commonly used necktie knots.

2. Half-windsor is a symmetric knot and it is suitable for most occasions.

3. Windsor knot is symmetric, large necktie knot that looks elegant on wide collar shirts.

4. Pratt knot is a symmetric necktie knot with an average size and is suitable for most shirts and occasions.

Before you appear for the interview,  collect some information about the company you will be interviewing with to know the industry they are dealing with to match yourself with the universal business dress code or try to know what current employees wear there.

If you are appearing for an interview for a white color job like banking or law or for some executive post, you must wear a suit and tie. You must wear plain black, grey or navy blue suit with matching tie and either brown or black leather shoes. Take care about the fittings of the suit. Your belt and shoes should be matching and wear socks that are darker than your pants.

If your position doesn’t allow you to wear suit or the company is little informal, then wear some light colored button down shirt and black pant neatly ironed. You can also wear a tie.

Remember that interview techniques involve accessories that are strictly professional. You should either carry a brief case or leather office bag or portfolio for resume and other documents. Do not carry folders that are usually carried by college students.

Business dress code limits wearing of jewelry (chains, rings), you should wear only a watch and cufflinks. Avoid wearing excessive perfume, cologne or after shave lotion.

The best way to dress for a job interview is the conservative way but if you can gather some information about your potential employer, you will be on the safest route. Proper dressing will help you to fit into the organization. If you are overdressed or under dressed, your prospective employer may find you unfit for the job. Use the right busines dress code as an interview technique and you’ll pass the interview and get the job of your dreams!