I learnt to tie a neck tie today; yes I finally did!
The happiness in that statement can only be understood by guys who have learnt to tie a neck tie! Or, by girls who would need to tie a neck tie (girls, do you?) or who would be kind enough to tie one for their guy friends (not boyfriends..uh!) - but I seriously doubt the last kind exist!
Anyhow, till date I used to find some friend to help me out; which is to say I would give him my tie, he would return it to me with the knot tied and I would simply adjust the length after wearing the tie like a garland! And I know I'm not alone in doing so - rather I wasn't alone in doing so. More often than not, I would have a feeling of awe and respect for the person doing these complex twists and turns and finally bringing out a great piece of formal wear out of a strip of cloth! Ok that is exaggeration, but I did feel stupefied all the times!
Speaking of the twists and turns, they are not at all difficult, and are far from 'complex'. It is in fact very simple, once you get a hang of it. Today I needed to tie a neck tie, and since I was leaving from home and dad wasn't around, I had no option but to learn to tie one! The internet came to the rescue once again, and after going through a couple of videos I found the right one which shows very lucidly how to tie a neck tie. This knot is called a 'Double Windsor' or 'Full Windsor', which is the most popular knot.
After practising a few times while watching the video I got a hang of it, and could then tie it on my own!
Tying a neck tie is really easy, and guys you should really learn it, specially if you are entering professional life. As for girls, your male friends would definitely be impressed if you tie a neck tie for them, any time! lol!
