How to Tie a Tie in a Four in Hand Knot

The Four in Hand Knot is a slightly asymmetrical knot that works well for any occasion.  The Four in Hand knot is thought to be the most widely popular tie knot because of the ease with which it can be tied.  Looks great with button down and standard collars.

Tying a Four in Hand Knot

Watch our video tutorial for tying a Four in Hand Knot or follow the illustrated steps below.

1.  Begin with the wide end of the tie on your right side extending about one foot below the narrow end on your left side.

2.  Cross wide end over and around the back of the narrow end.

3.  Bring the wide around to the front and cross it over.

4.  Continue with the wide end around the back of the narrow end and up through the loop.

5.  Bring the wide end down passing it through the front of the knot and tighten.  Now hold down the narrow end of your tie with one hand while you slide the knot up to the center of your collar with the other hand.

Give yourself a round of applause.  From the days of the coach-and-four to present day, the Four in Hand tie knot has been a popular choice for formal and informal occasions.