The (Full) Windsor Necktie

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Orientation: The knot is photographed from the viewpoint of the wearer. To see alternative views, select Mirror, Inverted or Rotated .

Origin: Ashley does not describe either of the Windsor Knots. The name was created in honor of the Duke of Windsor although he preferred a Four-in-Hand himself, but tied with heavier material.

Tying the (Full) Windsor: After going across and behind the short end, the long end is passed backward beside the top button. The long end is then twisted and passed across the short end before being passed forward beside the top button and down through the final loop.

Advantages: Makes a bulky and symmetrical knot.

Disadvantages: Slightly confusing: of the three tie knots described here, it is the only knot which requires the long end to be twisted. It uses more material than the Four-in-Hand or the Half Windsor which, therefore, means the (Full) Windsor will be unsuitable for short ties.