How To Tie a Bow Tie

A symbol of royalty in ancient Rome, China, and Egypt, a necktie has always conferred status of some kind. Learning to properly tie the four-in-hand, or a simple knot, is a sure sign of manhood. You Will Need - Necktie - Dress shirt - Mirror Step 1: Lift up collar Lift up the collar of your shirt. Step 2: Button top button Button the top button of your shirt.