How to Tie a Tie using the Shelby (Pratt) Knot
The Pratt knot was originally invented by Mr. Jerry Pratt. The true name of this knot is not really the Shelby, but rather the Pratt knot.
The misunderstanding arose when New York City fashion stylist Don Shelby featured the knot on TV, and is often the case of TV; he received all the acclaim instead of its true inventor.
Here are some sample instructions on how you can tie a tie using the stylish Shelby / Pratt knot.
Step 1: Start with the tie inside out, The wide end "A" under the narrow end "B". |
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Step 2: Take wide end "A" over and under narrow end "B". |
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Step 3: Pull the loop down and tighten. |
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Step 4: Take wide end "A" over to the left. |
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Step 5: Pull wide end "A" up, behind the loop. |
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Step 6: Bring wide end "A" through the knot and gently tighten. The tip of "A" should touch your belt buckle. |
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The Pratt / Shelby knot is truly on of the coolest knots you can wear because it's so unusual and unique!
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