How to Tie a Bow Tie (with Playboy)

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You've got style. You've got class. You've got... No reason to still be wearing a clip-on. Show off your suave side with a perfectly knotted tie.

To complete this How-To you will need:

A bow tie
Patience

Step 1: Getting to Know You

Acquaint yourself with the basic dynamics of a real bow tie. A standard bow tie consists of a single, long band with two 'hourglass' shapes at either end.

Step 2: Drape the tie

Drape the tie around your neck, with one "hourglass" 1 and ½ inches lower than the other. Its narrow middle should be even with the bottom of the other hourglass.

Tip: For a thicker knot, use a tie made of thicker material. Also, a tie made of a textured material will hold a knot better than one made from a smooth material.

Step 3: Cross the ends

Cross the longer end of the tie over the shorter end to form an "X."

Step 4: Pass the long end through the loop

Pinching the X together, lift it away from you slightly, and pass the longer end of the bowtie up and over the top of the X.

Tip: Adjust the tightness of the knot now, as you won't be able to readjust later.

Step 5: Double the short end on itself

Bring the shorter end up to the knot and form it into a bow-tie shape by folding the wide "bulb" of the hourglass in half. Its narrow midpoint should sit right at the knot. Use one hand to keep this bow in place the rest of the way.

Step 6: Loop the long end over the bow

Bring the long end straight down over the middle of this bow and start to form it into a bow shape, too.

Step 7: Push the bulb through the knot

Now here's the tricky part: As you form this bow, simultaneously bring it up behind the first bow and pull the folded edge through the knot.

Step 8: Tighten the knot

Pull on both bows at the same time to tighten the knot. Adjust the bow shapes to match and, if necessary, straighten the knot. Now quick—do something debonair!

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[deadpie1234]

So tha's how I tie a boob...

I mean bow tie.

[chunkysajchunky]

Good video but the bow tie was a bit distracting.

[TNT7527289]

That's one lucky bow tie ^_^

[amzlino]

i cant focus.. too many distraction.. huh..

[Flinklehurst]

If I'm ever in a situation where I think I'm going to want a bow tie I think I'll just use a standard noose knot to save a bit of time.

[UnrealZmeu]

where is: how to fondle big boobs ? xD

[dominik5555555555]

Q3-< What is this video about anyway? I didn't listen to the voice....

[fetch300]

This was WAY more helpfu; than the just guy version.

[AnastesiaKitty]

this was actually the most helpful video i could find lol

[MrKutez2]

Awww hell yes..!

[darkshad109]

Luckily I just had a wank so I was able to concentrate on learning. I've got 2 mins left in this current window...