AVOID These Tie Knots if You Want to Look Stylish!

[@siegfriedo]

Btw. Preston's hair and beard game has dramatically improved over time. This style suits him very much. 💪👍

[@craft-o-matic399]

Yes, absolutely! Great video Preston! This is the type of content I enjoy most on this channel! Lisa

[@Olyfrun]

As a fellow babyface, he gets the opportunity to pull a trick I call the Backwards Man- shave his beard every five years, and be convinced by those around him that he has lost ten years. In all seriousness, he looks incredibly together here. I'm getting European CEO with a sideline as a chess master

[@gentlemansgazette]

Thanks to each of you for your kind words! :) - Preston

[@rabbit_scribe]

Preston got a glow up 😄

[@HOLLAifYouFEARme]

Gentleboy has become a GentleMAN 😂😂😂

[@ahwhite2022]

Was half expecting to jump in criticizing this video. So much ignorance on the 'net, but, you guys nailed the reality that it's about the collar and person's face and how the tie fabric and thickness is a key factor. You guys are really winning me over.

[@jostv.2726]

10:53 Perfect outfit, love the color combination. Subtly pair of trousers, good fitting jacket, outstanding appearance.

[@gentlemansgazette]

We aim to please! 🤡 - Preston

[@scottcatchot1598]

Hey Preston, I like the facial hair. So have been watching the channel for a little while, occasionally my young boys watch with me. Since loosing a lot of weight )138lbs) I am replacing my wardrobe with a classic style. My 7 yr old asked me a wonderful question the other day he said, "Dad why are you wearing gentlemans's clothes?" i replied that I am a gentleman and am learning to dress accordingly. He noticed so I must be learning. Thanks for the typs and time put into your channel

[@willstott9326]

It took me quite a while to figure out how big a factor tie construction and materials are in proper knot selection. Thank you highlighting its importance, and with excellent examples!

[@DragonEnthusiast709]

Something i definetly like about this guy,is how even a simple topic becomes interessing,hugs from louisiana

[@008doomguy]

Necktie knots are what brought me into the world of menswear, now I mostly use a half Windsor knot, but I love when anyone else wears a different necktie knot.

[@Daveomabegin]

I love the Preston Puns! 😄 I also like the colors in Preston's look. Dark blue combined with yellow and/or orange is my fave. 😁

[@sptownsend999]

I remember learning the Trinity knot for my high school senior portraits, and I was so excited while tying it that day. I was so proud of the menswear journey I had made since middle school, from wearing horizontally striped crew neck long sleeve t-shirts to wearing a white dress shirt and khakis with a tan tweed sport coat, a light grey fedora, and a dark brown tie knotted in that intriguing Trinity style. I thought I looked like a million bucks. We got the prints 2 weeks later and I immediately regretted (and still do 😖) that Trinity knot above all else. Oh well, it's all a learning process!

[@SuperGod2099]

I actually think the two examples you show, the Merovingian and the villain from John Wick 4 work, but only because they're on an otherwise nearly monochrome look, where a textural difference can be very desirable. But, since that kind of monochrome look is really outside classical menswear, I think you're right that they basically have no place there, and are far too busy for the traditional tie, which is usually already the most colorful/dynamic part of the suit.

[@JakeMo_]

I was actually thinking the same thing, especially the one knot from John Wick since that one seemed more tame. But Preston's point on these knots being outside of the Classic Menswear style is what also what pulls me away from them.

[@sebastianmalmsteen]

You're looking great, Preston! Thanks a lot for the video, greetings from Chile 🙂

[@CallOfCutie69]

Day 1 of asking to bring the old intro and music back. 🥺 They were the reason I subscribed in the first place

[@Kumofan]

Long intros don’t work anymore. KZbin has become so short attention span that a large portion of people would either click off or skip it (reducing watch time %); they’re better off keeping it as the outro

[@CallOfCutie69]

@@Kumofan true for tiktok inclined people, but target audience of Gentleman’s Gazette doesn’t overlap with people who barely can concentrate. They would turn off these videos anyway

[@Kumofan]

@@CallOfCutie69 I’d agree a few years ago, but “old money” and whatnot has a pretty big overlap here-probably enough to outshine their core audience for the algorithm. KZbin in general has moved away from longer intros, though, it’s not just the tiktok spillover. Conciseness is required for algorithm performance now, for better or for worse. Personally I don’t really mind either way; after watching basically all their videos through the years it feels a little odd that it’s not there, but it’s also pretty convenient that they get straight into the video nowadays.

[@CallOfCutie69]

@@Kumofan they at least could have shortened the intro for 30% or so.. but not axe it completely

[@scottcatchot1598]

many of us are here for the content, not the intro.

[@alessandroBRG]

Love the video, Preston is looking on point but i'm always one for symmetry in the tie, cannot unsee the knot off centre 😅

[@Dessydandoodle]

Hey Preston I think your beard looks really cool icl def suits you 👍 and icl I'm very basic with my tie knots I only ever use the foreign hand knot or occasionally the windsor but rarely

[@een_schildpad]

Great video!!! Really digging the puns as well as the latest hair/beard style!!! 🔥

[@Person-rv7dt]

The Merovingian knot made for a fun alternative to my school dress code. It's the sort of knot you'd were once or twice to a function where the people already know you and you want them to ask you about it.

[@Rudl1044]

Legit application, otherwise you just look like some fancy catering personnel with this knot.

[@alexcsr6450]

14:01 In catalonia we have a tradition called Sant Jordi (Saint) we're roses are the most huge psrt of the tradition,thanks for showing me this knot,i'll be using it next time

[@gentlemansgazette]

It sounds like you've found the proper "edge case" for trying out this knot! Hopefully all goes well when you tie it. 🌹 Thanks for watching! - Preston

[@aikonoklas]

instructionals like this may seem mundane or snobbish but many jobs hv ditched wearing neckties so it's no longer a skill that we use and practice daily. thanks a lot, excellent vid as always. cheers

[@NoogaNewb]

I’ll have to practice the trinity knot so I’ll be ready for Trinity Sunday next spring.

[@barrymurphy1337]

Love ya Preston! Disappointed you're not coming over to the UK in September.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Who knows what the future holds!

[@Manuel421]

Fascinating insight as always. I still appreciate the videos even though you all don't seem to see my comments as often anymore. Out of curiosity would you ever do a video on Leisure suits? I like the idea of it but rather than those Polyester options from the 70's obviously a more modern choice. I have a few sport coats with patch pockets that pretty much go with any choice for pants. Perhaps I've answered my own question but thanks for your time.

[@TWX1138]

I had intended to try my hand at novelty knots, but I've found so few neckties that are long enough but thin enough to let met actually tie them that it simply hasn't worked out. When I was younger the half-windsor was my go-to, but I've found the Pratt to work much better. I wouldn't call it a truly universal knot but between the thickness of the material of the ties and the various shirt collar styles, I can just about always use this knot with proper tie selection for a given shirt collar and have it work out.

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

I settled on using the Pratt knot years ago. Like you wrote, it’s as close to an all-purpose knot as it gets.

[@KomradeKrusher]

Four in hand, half- and full Windsor. I really don't see the need for any other variants except for peaocking endeavors. That being said, while Preston has always looked dapper, today's look has been especially sharp. The on-point hair- and beard-game certainly did their part in it. EDIT: No, I'm NOT talking about 10:53 - or, not ONLY...

[@brunonjezic6208]

Great look today!

[@stian56]

I typically wear the Trinity or the Eldredge as they are a sure conversation starter. And seeing as I'm quite introverted I find that they help me by making others approach me or provide a conversation pivot. They also fit my theme of being bold and expressive. I for example tend to wear army green or navy purple as an alternative to the commonly used navy blue suit. They serve the same purpose, but gives that slight touch of flamboyance. The army green looks almost charcoal grey in dark lighting and the navy purple can look kind of like navy blue in darker environments. It's almost like an iridescence effect.

[@roberthoffhines5419]

I think I was brought up on the Old Bertie. Seems pretty universal. Hmmm...reminding me to get back on expanding my FB tie contingent. That Buff madder paisley on the pale blue shirt caught my attention this time.

[@EmperorGolovin]

I like Preston’s outfit, specially butoniere

[@AbandonedRaven]

That is a clean look at 1:27. Especially if that’s a blazer with gold buttons.

[@GuyFierisShirt]

The pinned Onassis knot is part of classic style in my view since it's existed since the early 20th century and just looks so elegant.

[@O_Rei]

It hasn’t: it only existed as a cravat* knot, not a knot for an actual, over-the-shirt necktie.

[@Eleanor_Rigby1966]

I also like the look, but it can be quite challenging to pull off. The outfit must be really conservative so it does not look tacky.

[@GuyFierisShirt]

@@Eleanor_Rigby1966 I think it just looks clean and simple honestly. It's sort of a "simplified tie knot". Works for most outfits, but that's just my view on it.

[@Eleanor_Rigby1966]

@@GuyFierisShirt As I see it, it looks finr as long as it's the only gimmicky part of an outfit and it's not very contrasting.

[@jamesbevan7567]

I use a half or full Windsor knot, classic and traditional like a British gentleman, 🇬🇧

[@moorshound3243]

Do you also use the dimple that the Yanks seem to love? I however never tie a Windsor with the dimple as my farther and my grandfather would always take pride in tieing it flush and smooth witch is harder to do.

[@jamesbevan7567]

@@moorshound3243 I occasionally put a dimple, when knotting my tie.

[@ricardoyzcoa9835]

Man, I really loved to make this exotic knots back in the 2010's, back then I though that taking a black shirt with a red tie with an eldredge knot to the prom was the top of elegance.

[@WingManEight]

I'll always wear my trinity knot when going to church ! You could even have touched upon multiple small ties being tied together. It is extremely striking visually if you use different ties... In all that I believe these well executed novelty knots could enhance a women's dress suit outfit. Cheers

[@sydneysmith1521]

First, a very good video. Second, most informative. Now I have to ask: do your observations suggest that the coat and tie are on the way out? Thank you.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Here are our thoughts: www.gentlemansgazette.com/is-the-suit-dying/?

[@eamonnmulhern2332]

Very informative, thank you, gentlemen. I miss Niles Crane.❤

[@AnthonyDonofrioMusic]

The one novelty knot I genuniely enjoyed wearing back in the day was the Murrell knot. To pull it off, use a tie made of heavier-weight material with a blade that is a different, complementary color to the rest of the tie. The knot itself is perfectly normal. The novelty is that the blade sits on the front of the tie. You have to wear a cardigan with it (or else it looks like you tied your tie backwards), but if the colors complement well and nothing is too busy, it can be a nice addition, especially since the focus is on the length of the tie from your collar to the button of your cardigan and not directly on the knot.

[@ThommyJane]

The beard is working you. Welcome to the fraternity of bearded gentlemen.

[@albertp-w4d]

Ralph should hand Preston the 🔑🔑 to this channel

[@lesliemarshall3764]

My preferred style is skinny silk-knits with a Pratt knot. Dressing up I go for a half-Windsor, and for events like weddings, a Prince Albert knot (worn with a vest) is as ‘fancy’ as I get.

[@onestepfromsuccess]

Preston constantly reminds us of why he's the alpha. Love his confidence.

[@Hybris51129]

Ties for me are one of the few things that I tend to be really traditional about. Full Windsor, dead straight, and it must be a wide knot. All too often I see really small knots that have no defined shape because they are too small or too tight. Use of the tie loop and pairing with a tie tack are also a must for me.

[@captaincolata9356]

I only use the four in hand and the oriental (small) knot. Both need to look perfectly nonchalant and dapper.

[@leventebardossy5962]

I'm a half-Windsor type of guy for its symmetry (thanks for teaching me that long ago by the way), but for some subculture event, I like sporting something more extreme. After all, on these, a suit already draws attention. Even if downgraded with a black dress shirt. Eldridge is bulky and along with those where the short end goes under the collar, terribly inconvenient for me. For Trinity, I even did a modified version where it goes behind the wide end, but still not my favorite. But with the right, dress code breaking outfit, Merovingian knot is a blast. Easy and strangely not an attention drawer, but the keen eyed viewer will love it. As for the rose knot... I want to see Preston's attempt in full length tying that. Or even better, Michael Novotny's Nomad. It's a challenge even for me, and I'm an origami artist.

[@tonydeltablues]

I only ever use the four in hand.....or.....depending on the tie....the double four in hand.

[@victorandvladimir466]

The Eldridge knot is the only knot I know how to tie and tie well. I think attributing it to Science Fiction is very accurate because the persona I reflect through my dress is one of eccentricity and unabashed strangeness, like a character you would see in a vision in twin peaks. It's departure from the classical style, along with being formal (but for the tie of course) in mostly informal settings makes you stand out and draw intrigue to your character. A truly classic style shows gentlemanly allure, but one that is almost tainted somehow, off just enough makes you stick in the minds of the people you meet and ask more questions than they ever got answers to.

[@BruceCarbonLakeriver]

10:03 I'm guilty - MIA CULPA -- I love wearing the "Merowingian"-Knot. And guess what, I got a ton of compliments also in business and in private realms. But I only use dark collors (like a dark red or even black) and wearing a completely smooth suite, everything is smooth and in dark or "calm" colours. So the knot can shine through its geometry, it performs best with a vest on my body :) But I wear it only for special occasions.

[@teekue]

That's like getting compliments for wearing pink shoes.

[@SimoneMX950]

Oh god, Preston Puns in full swing this time 😅

[@ermwattesigmadude]

you guys should do a remake video on classic hairstyles

[@gentlemansgazette]

From a production value point of view, or because you feel the information is out of date?

[@dubya13207]

I wear a Trinity knot at work for certain things. First, when I’m giving a conference presentation about a Google Drive related topic (because the knot resembles the GDrive logo). Second…when I’m sporting my Legend of Zelda themed Triforce tie and socks (and Master Sword or Windwaker tie clip), again because the Trinity resembles the Triforce Whimsy works in my contexts though…as does nerdy Normally though…Pratt. My OCD likes symmetry (Also, the Atlantic is like the Cape without the cape, and can be fun without being too gaudy)

[@siegfriedo]

I can only do Four in Hand, Prince Albert, Half Windsor and Full Windsor and am pretty much sorted with these. Never needed any other knot types as these four can cover basically all shirt collar shape and neck tie variations. 😎

[@egg_ox]

I like wearing the Eldritch knot, but I do agree it is a little silly

[@shamelesscare5389]

We need more Preston!

[@thetonetosser]

8 move St. Andrews is my personal favourite.

[@random-unbreaded-commentor]

Years ago, when I graduated basic, we (for some unknown reason) thought it would be a good idea to tie our ties in trinity knots for graduation. We're even allowed to do it "as long as everyone did it". Uniformity and all. Years later everytime I've had to throw on a suit (wedding, funeral, court) I've always done an eldredge. Randomly saw it in a shirt one day, tried it, thought it looked unique, stuck with it. Got complimented on it by a judge when fighting a racing ticket. If ya do it with confidence, people won't question it. Stay well dressed gents!

[@Booger414]

Another factor in knot choice is the pattern of the tie. I tried a trinity knot once; it was clearly the wrong tie because it had a busy pattern that really looked worse with an ornate (novelty) knot.

[@gabrielp.40]

This might be a young man's opinion, but I wouldn't agree with you on the novelty knots in regards to their formality. For example, I really like to use the trinity knot with a fully black tie. Most people don't even notice it and if they do... I feel like it is a nice detail. When it comes to the eldredge, it is honestly one of my favourites because of the ability to make you stand out among the crowd of really similar looking tie knots. At least for me, it is the knot that got me the most compliments. Having said that, I wouldn't really condemn them all to just informal parties. Apart from this tiny detail, I really liked the video and it definitely inspired me to learn a few more knots, since... well, let's say I may have a slight deficiency in the classical aspect of things.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Glad to hear you've found a way to make novelty knots work for you!

[@ahwhite2022]

Keanu Reeves is the nexus being for all modern novelty tie knots.

[@COLDMKULTRA]

Traditional style wins ... it always will ... (if you know, you know) 👍👍👍

[@nickpdxx]

Thank you.

[@haricodeverse]

Useful video for personal Development❤

[@brunonjezic6208]

Somehow I managed to miss existence of novelty ones at all, and it is totally in my ball park. I feel some of them can be extremely well put in assemble of someone who has more unusual style and details. If that is the only detail in the outfit I'm sure it won't work

[@ericalbany]

Do you think it is time to revive the turn of the 20th c. "Flowing Tie"? Consisting of a rectangle of unlined crepe silk tied into a loose bow it was worn by the "Aesthetic" men of the era- Elbert Hubbard and his followers being a prime example. It is a nice way to display a fabric rarely seen in neckties otherwise.

[@r0bw00d]

I never noticed the Merovingian's knot before for obvious reasons.

[@moorshound3243]

Double Windsor DONE

[@_smerte42]

how about tying a neck tie into a bow tie?

[@Dappertrucker]

The price Albert knot is one I Use most

[@Unknowntyper]

You can make a Windsor fit almost any collar ;)

[@gentlemansgazette]

Which collar styles would a Windsor knot be unsuited for?

[@tylerHphoto]

I recently started competing in Ballroom dancing and for my Tango I were all black (shirt, pants, vest, jacket, tie) so I use and edietay knot to spice up the outfit. But, I don't think it would work with anything else.

[@Gooding-f4s]

I don’t know about anyone else but I miss the old intro

[@Egilhelmson]

The Merovingian wore a black tie on a black shirt, so I cannot tell what knot he wore.

[@coffeepot3123]

Double windsor for every occasion, narrow knots don't look right, in my opinion.

[@donpalomon]

Personally, I don't like knots like the eldrege very much.

[@rokiedecentra9656]

never could execute a trinity knot

[@gameteamsk6892]

you forgot to mention the pre tied ties 💀

[@Sphendrana]

Eldridge and Trinity are the best and any windsor is boring. That's it. That's my opinion.

[@blakslee720]

Do a shot every time he says "not" but not "knot".

[@ariannanketani7524]

From Zambia

[@amarsurvase4381]

Hi I'm from India and I want to make one geniune request to you, that, could you please make a video on Top 50 Suit Fabrics available around the world from Bad to Good to Best categories, it would be highly helpful for people like me who most of the times get their formal wear stiched and want geniune and authetic fabrics for thier clothes?

[@gentlemansgazette]

Cloth and fabric have so many variations that are suited for different purposes that it would be impossible to give a ranking of top 50 best to worst - because what works well in a suit for you won't work well in a suit for someone else. Instead, take a look at our various fabric guides for inspiration: www.gentlemansgazette.com/category/wardrobe/fabric-wardrobe/?

[@steveweast475]

Aw nah he didn't have to pull out the clown suit like that

[@Mrfrog-r6g]

The intro rip 🫡

[@felixtrottier]

Je me suis rendu compte que le noeud Trinity noué sans être totalement serré complimente bien les visages aux traits prononcés. Le noeud prend une forme arrondie.

[@craigmignone2863]

Like Pizza was Americanized by Italian American G I's Frank Americanized spretazztura

[@tommyislarge]

Deez knots

[@EZBISME]

That 1970s super wide tie is absolutely not classic style

[@KomradeKrusher]

That's not "super wide" at all. Preston's just thin as a rail.

[@bruced47]

The Rose Bloom knot looks like a neck tumor. Somebody please call the doctor!

[@CristiNeagu]

Can we all just take a minute to think about what an odd bit of clothing a neck tie is? You tie it around you neck for no apparent reason. It's not like it's holding your collar closed. Then it just hangs there, presumably to cover your buttons. So why have buttons to begin with? Why not a polo shirt instead? It's such a weird thing, a tie.

[@teekue]

Has been around for a couple of hundred of years in some way. Check out the book by Francois Chaille if you're interested.

[@CristiNeagu]

@@teekue Not saying it hasn't. I'm just saying it's strange.

[@EasyRider90]

Its a pizaz like ascot to make man feel more self aware

[@CristiNeagu]

@@EasyRider90 It is. But an ascot is pretty short. You tie it around your neck and there's just enough of it left to tuck into your shirt. But ties are long. Most of a tie is hidden. You can mostly see the knot. And even if you're only wearing a shirt and your jacket isn't buttoned up, there's no need for them to be so long. This is what I mean by odd. There's no need for a tie to look the way it does, but it's inconceivable to dress formally without a tie.

[@EasyRider90]

@@CristiNeagu I have wide neck and long torso so most of the ties that you see on feed folks tie with front and back part being the same length,I on the other side must use exclusively four in hand and buy the longest tie just to have my end meet top of trousers,so often I wear sweaters with just knot visible and tie ending to belly button. So yes ties are great accessory for shorter people with narrower necks for best looks. Never the less I do find them cool

[@morrisdoug6497]

I have found that some of your ties are too narrow and the knot is too small.

[@StapelBricks]

Don't wear ties if you want to look good.

[@tomrusack3266]

Sorry Preston but cutaway collars are neither smart or sophisticated.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Care to share more about your thoughts on cutaway collars?