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HOW TO TIE A BOW TIELearn how to tie a bow tie with these simple instructions. Take note that these illustrations show the way that you should see your tie in a mirror.
Bow TieThe formal bow tie - either hand-tied or with a band - should be of medium width and height, fitting neatly over the tips of the wing collar shirt. Ends may be pointed or square. Traditional elegance requires a bow tie in black grosgrain - a closely woven corded fabric or rayon and cotton - or slightly textured black silk. Today, for formal occasions, many men express their individuality by matching the color or pattern of their bow tie and vest.
1. Start with the end in your left hand extending 1 1/2 inches below that in your right hand. 
2. Cross the longer end over shorter the one and pass up through the loop. 
3. Form the front loop of the bow by doubling up the shorter end (hanging) and placing across the collar points.
4. Hold this front loop with the thumb and forefinger of your left hand. Drop long end down over the front. 
5. Place your right forefinger that is pointing up on the bottom half of the hanging part. Pass up behind the front loop and... 
6. Push the resulting loop though the knot behind the front loop (see illustration). Even the ends of the tie and tighten.
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