Tie

The knot they tie in Moana is often mistaken as a bowline, BUT it is actually called a Flying Bowline, also known as a Speed Bowline or a Tugboat Bowline. What is a Seamans knot? The sailor’s hitch is a type of knot, which is a secure, jam-proof hitch. It’s a type of knot that […]

The 4 most common tie knots Although the choice is so wide, fortunately, the type of knots that can really come in handy in common situations are very less. In fact, the most used tie knots are only 4: the Windsor knot, the half-Windsor, the simple and the small. The Windsor knot is reserved for […]

When you tie your shoes they should be snug but not actually tight. Once they are tied up and you think you are good place two fingers side by side on the laces. If you can comfortably fit two fingers over them between the eyelets it is perfect. Is it better for shoes to be […]

To narrow the tie fabric, fold the long edges of the tie carefully over the narrowed interlining; fold from the basted mark on each side all along the edge of the interlining to the center of the tie. Be careful not to stretch the bias edges of the fabric. Press the edges carefully to crease […]

For a classic look, choose a width that corresponds to the width of your jacket’s lapel. A tie should not be too loose or too tight; both ends of the spectrum are incredibly uncomfortable, so be sure it fits well around your neck. How do you know if a tie is good quality? They should […]

It Was Hip to Be Square Men had their own 80s fashion moments and one not to be ignored is certainly the knit, square-bottomed tie. These ties were ubiquitous and available in every imaginable color. Don’t forget that if 80s fashion was about anything, it was about color. What tie knot was used in the […]

The Peaky Blinders are often seen sporting a high fronted waistcoat, sometimes with up to 6 buttons on. This is for the simple reason that men from the lower classes couldn’t afford a tie pin, or stickpin as they were called, to hold their ties down. Does Tommy Shelby wear a tie? Tommy favours knitted […]

Transmission of staphlococci between newborns; importance of the hands of personnel. However, doctors’ ties can carry pathogens such as MRSA, and these pathogens can survive on ties for long enough to allow cross-infection. The bacteria may be transferred to doctors’ hands or directly from tie to patient. What should you not wear to hospital? Tight […]

1. Square knot. The square knot is a classic for connecting lines and tying knots. Whether you are tying two ropes together to make a longer rope, or you are tying up a bundle of firewood to carry, the square knot is a winner. What is the strongest knot to tie? The Palomar Knot is […]

If doctors’ ties are proven to carry potential pathogens and the majority of people would not object to doctors not wearing ties, why are UK doctors still routinely wearing ties? Our questionnaire suggests that NHS staff object more to doctors abandoning ties than non-NHS staff (30%:1.25%, respectively). What do doctors wear in the UK? Outside […]

CARE & ORIGIN TAG This contains important information about the tie. Usually it shows the country where the tie was made from, materials used and special care instructions. What is the thing on the back of a tie called? Traditionally, the back of neckties had what was called a “bar tack.” A bar tack is […]

The tie has long been the quintessential emblem for the professional. Tradition spanning centuries dictates that a professional, such as a doctor, should wear a tie, the one item that completes the professional aesthetic and separates the business-like and formal from the casual. Are doctors allowed to wear ties? Transmission of staphlococci between newborns; importance […]

With your base scarf, fold it in half horizontally, and place the scarf around the back of your neck with a loop on one side. Pull one of the ends through the loop, twist the loop, and pull the other side through as well. (Similar to the Four-in-Hand.) Then, place an infinity scarf on top, […]

Definition of sailor tie : a 2-eyelet low shoe with a ribbon tie. What is a sailor tie called? Bowline. The most useful knot aboard a sailboat is the bowline. It forms a fixed noose at the end of a line that cannot run or slip and is commonly used, for example, to secure sheets […]

Thicker ties with woolen interlining are best suited with Half and Full Windsor Knots, while thinner ties with a polyester interlining are best worn with a Four in Hand Knot. What is the classiest tie knot? In fact, the most used tie knots are only 4: the Windsor knot, the half-Windsor, the simple and the […]

While some people will tell you that some ties can be machine washed and machine dried, we have found this to be nothing more than wishful thinking. Ties should be either hand washed or dry cleaned, depending on the material. Can ties go in washing machine? You can wash ties in the washing machine, but […]

Here are some things you can do to keep your tie in tip-top shape. Never unknot your tie by pulling the thin end of the tie through the knot. Instead remove your tie by following the tie-typing steps in reverse. For color clothes or towels, add a small box of baking soda to the load. […]

It is believed the woman’s necktie got the name of pussybow or pussy-cat bow in the early 20th century (covered later in post) for its similarities to the ribbons that were often tied around cats’ necks when hosting a house gathering. What is the female equivalent of a tie? “Coat and tie” is the basic […]

The tie has long been the quintessential emblem for the professional. Tradition spanning centuries dictates that a professional, such as a doctor, should wear a tie, the one item that completes the professional aesthetic and separates the business-like and formal from the casual. What is the reason behind wearing a tie? Neckties have always symbolized […]

The small knot, or oriental knot or Kent knot or simple knot, is the simplest method of tying a necktie, though some claim the simple knot is an alternative name for the four-in-hand knot. The small knot is not very well known despite its simplicity. What is the smallest tie knot? The Oriental is the […]