Pratt (Shelby) Knot

The Pratt Knot, also known as the Shelby Knot, is a versatile knot with a tidy, symmetrical appearance. It’s suitable for all occasions and works well with a variety of shirt collars.

Pratt (Shelby) Knot

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Start with the tie inside out around your neck, wide end on the left.

  2. Step 2

    Cross the wide end under the narrow end from left to right.

  3. Step 3

    Bring the wide end up over the neck loop from underneath.

  4. Step 4

    Pull the wide end down through the neck loop to the right and tighten gently.

  5. Step 5

    Wrap the wide end across the front, covering the narrow end.

  6. Step 6

    Bring the wide end up through the neck loop from underneath.

  7. Step 7

    Thread the wide end down through the front loop you just created.

  8. Step 8

    Tighten carefully and adjust the knot up to your collar.

Congratulations!

You've tied the perfect knot. That was easier than you thought, right?

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