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How to Tie a Tie

A Gentleman's Guide to Getting Dressed
Series: How To Series
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This elegant guide by Potter Gift teaches the essentials of men's accessories, focusing on the art of tying neckties. From classic Windsor knots to stylish bow ties, it offers full-colour, step-by-step photography perfect for beginners and those wishing to refine their sartorial skills. The book also covers tailoring basics and coordination of accessories like cufflinks and pocket squares, helping readers achieve a polished look for any occasion.
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Format: Hardback
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Ideal for recent graduates, stylish dads, and anyone keen to learn menswear basics and elevate their dressing with confidence.

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"'A well-tied tie is the first serious step in life,' quipped Oscar Wilde, a fashion genius who could knot an ascot as well as he could turn a phrase. For the rest of us, there's How to Tie a Tie. Whether you have always wanted to master a classic Windsor knot or simply need to rustle up an acceptable bow tie, this is your personal guide to dressing seriously well"--Page 4 of cove

This handsome fabric-covered guide to men's accessories, complete with full-color step-by-step photography, is ideal for anyone who wants to learn menswear basics, from recent graduates to stylish dads.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

This handsome fabric-covered guide to men's accessories, complete with full-colour step-by-step photography, is ideal for anyone who wants to learn menswear basics, from recent graduates to stylish dads.

"A well-tied tie is the first serious step in life," quipped Oscar Wilde, a fashion genius who could knot an ascot as well as he could turn a phrase.

For the rest of us, there's How to Tie a Tie. Whether you have always wanted to master a classic Windsor knot or simply need to rustle up an acceptable bow tie, this is your personal guide to dressing seriously well.

Inside you'll find:

  • Step-by-step instructions to knot neckties for casual, office, and evening wear
  • Tailoring basics for sartorial excellence
  • Guidelines for matching cufflinks to shirts, folding pocket squares, and other essential finishing touches

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780804186384

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 21 April 2015

Country: United States

Imprint: Potter Style

Illustration: 4C THROUGHOUT

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 115.0mm

Height: 172.0mm

Weight: 210g

Pages: 128

About the Author

POTTER STYLE, an imprint of the Crown Publishing group, is a high-end gift book and stationery line, specializing in lifestyle, design, art, fashion, humor and DIY.

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