Neckties have long been a component of men’s formalwear. Most historians agree that the necktie originated in the 17th century and can be traced back to the Thirty Years’ War in Central Europe. At ...

(Inside Science) – Until now, scientists thought there were only 85 different ways to tie a typical necktie. Now researchers inspired by the Matrix trilogy of movies have discovered thousands more.

I learned to tie a necktie in high school chemistry. One day before class, someone asked the teacher, Mr. Kosirog, how to do it, so he took two minutes to show everyone the four-in-hand knot. I’ve ...

Q My new business will require me to wear a tie, which I haven't done in over a decade. Which one is really the appropriate tie and knot today? I don't trust checking online, where I think everyone ...

Season after season menswear is fairly predictable: repetitive shirts, trousers, suits and shoes. So no one saw this one coming: a 14-step tie knot — yes, 14! — primarily fueled by social networking ...

Q I am new to wearing ties. I know there are different kinds of tie knots (I see knotting directions for three), but I don't know if any are more right with certain clothes than with others. A You are ...

With the holiday season comes a familiar problem: nailing that holiday look. And this year, tying one on will mean something totally different. For some, the occasion could be an office party; for ...