Tug both ends to point them downward and secure the knot. This casual style is perfect for on-the-go tying and untying. [2] X Research source
Arrange and tug both loops and ends until the bow is tight. Think of this process like you’re tying your shoelaces. The only difference is that you’re carefully arranging the belt ends so they hang nicely. Most trench coat belts aren’t long enough to make a perfect, symmetrical upright bow. This style takes advantage of the inevitable asymmetry, keeping the bow loops to one side and the ends to the other.
This process is like tying your shoelaces, except that only 1 bow loop will be remaining instead of 2. Once you get the hang of this knot, it can be a quick and more polished substitute for the double overhand knot. Try sliding the knot towards one side of your body and arrange the bow loop and ends on an angle for a more stylish closure.
You can thread the tail through just one belt loop and leave it hanging, or you can wrap it all around if you don’t want a tail hanging down. If there are belt prong and holes, push the prong through the most comfortable belt hole before guiding the tail back under the buckle frame. This can be a classic look, but it does take some time to get in and out of.
With this style, you’ll be left with a long tail and a clean, crisp line. Note that this style will take some time to undo. If you plan to take your trench coat on and off this may not be the most convenient approach.
This produces a clean-looking knot. Both ends hang neatly outward. Tying the belt in the back with a nice ribbon can also create more shape. When you create the first overhand knot, you can loop the tail end underneath the horizontal part of the belt that’s positioned between the belt loops. This will keep the knot situated closer to the body. [8] X Research source
Tug both ends to tighten the traditional half-Windsor knot. They will be pointing directly downwards like the ends of a necktie.
This is a simpler method that produces a similar look, but with less effort. Instead of going around the knot twice, as with the traditional half-Windsor, you’ll just go around once.
