Although the Duke of Windsor never specifically used the Windsor knot, he did favor a wide triangular knot. In actuality,
the Duke achieved his trendsetting look by tying a Four-in-Hand with specially made wide and extra thick ties. The Windsor
knot was invented by the public as a way to imitate the Duke's knot style. There are several derivatives of the Windsor
that are all referred to by the same name. The Windsor delivers a symmetrical and solid triangular knot that works best
with a spread collar.
This knot is also mistakenly referred to as the “Double Windsor” knot.
KNOT SIZE
4/5
SYMMETRY
5/5
DIFFICULTY
2/5
SELF-RELEASING
The Windsor Knot Tying Instructions
Windsor Knot Step-by-Step Guide
STEP 1
Start with the wide end of the tie on the right and the small end on the left. The tip of the small end should
rest slightly above your belly-button (this will vary depending on your height and the length & thickness of your
tie). Only move the active (wide) end.