Tying a tie is practically a rite of passage. For many guys, it’s a skill linked to a specific memory or milestone — that first awkward attempt at prom, the nervous fumbling before a big job interview ...

Q You sometimes write about a certain tie knot for a certain piece of clothing. I always use what I guess is a half-Windsor; it's what my dad taught me. Can I use this for everything? A Yes, if you ...