If you aren’t sure which look you prefer, try them both and take a photo of yourself with each option. Then look at the photos and decide which one you like the best.

Pants bows are really popular on linen pants, but they can work with an array of other materials.

It may help to tie your bow while standing in front of a mirror! It can make it easier to see what you are doing.

How tight you make the knot now is about how tight the belt will be at the end. If it feels uncomfortable, make it a little looser.

You’ll be able to adjust how big the bow is later if you want to.

It can take a few tries to get the half-bow technique down. Give yourself some extra time to practice when you’re getting ready to go out.

Create different sizes of the half bow and play around with positioning it in the center or off to the side to see which variation you like the best.

Try both options to see which one best fits your personal aesthetic.

Linen and silk belts are great options for tying bows.

Make sure the tightness of the belt is comfortable both when you’re standing and sitting.

This bow is a little different from the types of bow you might use to wrap a present or tie your shoes. It looks a little more elegant but requires a slightly different technique.

You may need to tug the loops to the side so they’re extending out to the sides rather than up and down.

Be patient if it takes a little while to get the bow-tying technique down. For a lot of people, it’s a new look that might feel strange, but wear it confidently and you’ll soon have a new favorite way of styling your pants!

For colder weather, pair your pants and top with a blazer or cardigan.

An alternative is to wear a really short top or a crop top.

Jewelry can also help take your look from casual to glam, making your bow tie pants appropriate for the office or a night out on the town.

Ultimately, though, do what makes you feel best about your look. Fashion is open to interpretation and the most important thing is that you like how you look.