2torial #0538: Learn2 Tie a Bowtie (Continued) Primp the bow All bowties will require some fussing to get the ends straight and the knot square. Adjust the loops and ends so that their lengths are equal on each side, and both sides are even. Some bows look great with a loop in front/ end tab in back on one side and an end tab in front/loop in back on the other side. Otherwise you may want both loops to show on the front of the tie, with the tab ends snug behind. This second style may take a little more fussing around but is basically the same knot. Just give the second loop a firm twist after pulling it through. Then gently tighten and get the ends straight as before. The last thing you should do with a bow is take a side in each hand, pull the knot firmly taught, and then pull the bow out away from the collar (which you have fastened with the collarbone buttons). A properly starched and tied bow will stand out smartly at an angle of about 30 degrees. Go get 'em, tiger! -end- Learn More! or All steps at once (printable version)