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.