The Best Knots for Skinny Ties

July 9, 2010

There are lots of great resources out there to help you learn different knots. But how do you know which knot to use with a skinny tie?

Here are some things to keep in mind.

1) You want your look to be sleek and modern.

2) You don’t want a bulky knot that will overwhelm your tie or the more narrow collars needed to wear a skinny tie.

3) You want something simple.

While the Half-Windsor and other common knots might suit your purposes well, the best knot to wear with a skinny tie is the four-in-hand. This knot is simple and small, fitting with both the shape and look of the skinny tie. Here’s a handy YouTube video from tieatie showing you how to accomplish the four-in-hand knot.

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How to Wear a Skinny Tie

July 9, 2010

Skinny ties can either make you look inexpressibly cool or awkwardly geeky. How do you make sure you fall on the right side of the spectrum? Here are some tips to keep in mind: 1) Know what looks best on you: skinny ties work best on skinny frames. If you have a lot of bulk, [...]

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Recent Skinny Tie Fashion

July 1, 2010

The skinny tie may have its roots in the 1960s, but revivals in the 1980s and 2000s have updated the style. Take a look at some of the famous skinny tie fashions in more recent times…which one inspires you? The 80s The new wave 80s look…notice the shorter skinny ties. Ah, Rick Springfield. So pastel. [...]

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Skinny Ties in the 1960s: The Beginning

June 30, 2010

The skinny tie is back in, but it certainly hasn’t breached the popularity of its heyday, the 1960s. The “Rat Pack:” Peter Lawford, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., Dean Martin, and Joey Bishop graced stages and screens across the country. Originally, the name was given to a group of actors centered around Humphrey Bogart, including [...]

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Skinny Ties from a Girl’s Perspective

June 29, 2010

This guest article was written by Stephanie Snay. Ok, guys, I have to say, skinny ties are sexy. And they seem to go well with any look or style. If you’re perfectly and awkwardly adorable like Michael Cera, then you should wear a skinny tie. If you’re more of a manly dudebro, then you should [...]

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Want to Rock a Skinny Tie?

June 24, 2010

Everywhere you look these days, there’s a man in a skinny tie, whether it’s Robert Pattinson, Brad Pitt, David Boreanaz, or Justin Timberlake. But pulling off this look might seem a little tricky – how do you keep it cool and suave and avoid looking like you’re trying too hard? Don’t worry – we’re here [...]

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