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Tying a necktie or bow tie doesn't have to be as hard as it looks. Learn how to tie neckties and bow ties in this free fashion video series from an expert on fine men's clothing.
There are 9 videos in this series:
Tie a wide necktie knot to use with a spread or cut away collar. Learn how to tie a wide necktie in this free fashion video from a fine men's clothing professional.
A dimple in a necktie often occurs naturally if the tie is tied correctly. Learn how to dimple a necktie in this free fashion video from a fine men's clothing professional.
Check a necktie to be cut on the bias before deciding how to sew a necktie. Learn how to sew a necktie in this free fashion video from a fine men's clothing professional.
Most quality neckties are made of silk or wool and should be dry cleaned. Learn how to clean a necktie in this free fashion video from a fine men's clothing professional.
When starting to tie a bow tie, one side should be slightly longer than the other. Learn how to tie a bow tie in this free fashion video from a fine men's clothing professional.
The Full Windsor knot is full and wide at the top. Learn how to tie a Full Windsor knot in this free fashion video from a fine men's clothing professional.
A Half Windsor necktie is fairly even and not very broad. Learn how to tie a Half Windsor in this free fashion video from a fine men's clothing professional.
The military necktie knot is also known as a four-in-hand knot, and is elongated and slightly angled. Learn how to tie a military knot in this free fashion video from a fine men's clothing professional.
A necktie should fit snugly and the length of the tie should drop slightly below the waistband of the trousers. Learn how to wear a tie in this free fashion video from a fine men's clothing professional.
At one time, the colors and patterns of a necktie represented ones membership or participation in a certain club or organization. Nowadays, the necktie is one of the few creative fashion accessories available in formal men's clothing. Representing a certain amount of formal dignity, the necktie is a standard addition to office attire, or certain uniforms, and it almost always a part of a men's business suit. Neckties come in a variety of fabrics, colors and patterns, offering a wide selection for any man to represent his tastes and fashion sense. When it comes to men's fashion, style, and any occasion for dressing up, oftentimes neckties and bow ties are involved. In this free video series, an expert on fine men's clothing will demonstrate how to tie neckties and bow ties in a number of different knots. Some examples will include the wide necktie, dimple necktie, the full Windsor knot and the military knot. With these tips and techniques, every man can look good for any occasion.
Mark Breaux Mark Breaux, manager of the Eugene, Oregon Men's Wearhouse, has worked in fine men's clothing for over 27 years. He has been managing the Eugene location for nine years, but has been with the company for over 16 years in five different locations throughout the West. He is fluent in tying most knot types, including his favorite, the Full Windsor and the elusive bow tie.dkdk
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