Four-in-Hand

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Also known as a simple knot, the four-in-hand is believed to be the most popular method of tying ties due to its simplicity. The knot dates back to England in the days of the coach-and-four where the men driving the coach knotted their ties in this manner to help prevent them from flapping in the wind. The knot produced by this method is on the narrow side, slightly asymmetric, and appropriate for all occasions. It works best with wide ties made from heavy fabrics and should be worn with a tab, button-down or regular spread collar. It's a classic knot for any occasion and is most widely used.
How to tie a four-in-hand tie
How to tie a tie step 1
Drape the necktie around your collar and start with the wider end extending approximately a foot below the narrow end; cross it over.
How to tie a four-in-hand tie
How to tie a tie step 2
Wrap the wide end underneath the narrow end.
How to tie a four-in-hand tie
How to tie a tie step 3
Continue by bringing wide end back over in front of narrow end again.
How to tie a four-in-hand tie
How to tie a tie step 4
Pull the wide end up and through the back of the loop.
How to tie a four-in-hand tie
How to tie a tie step 5
Hold the front of the knot loose with your index finger; pass the wide end down through the loop.
How to tie a four-in-hand tie
How to tie a tie step 6
If both ends don't meet perfectly, simply start over and adjust the length of your tie accordingly. Make sure your collar falls nicely all around, and center the knot as best you can.