The Question:
“How do I tie a bow tie myself? I’m going to a formal event and want to tie my own.”
– Alan R.
The Answer:
Great question! You’re on the right track. We always recommend wearing bow ties with tuxedos whenever you can. It’s not that long ties aren’t accepted. It’s just that they aren’t your best formal look. So, good job not only electing to wear a bow tie with your formal ensemble, but also in going the extra mile and learning to tie one yourself. Happily it’s not as daunting a task as it might seem. This video from the Hill-Side illustrates how to tie a bow tie really well:
And for a little extra reference, here’s a helpful step by step illustration from the guys at Ties.com!
For a classy look, wear a tuxedo. For a classier look, wear a tuxedo with a bow tie. For the classiest look, wear a tuxedo with a bow tie you tied yourself!
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