The Alpine Butterfly Loop isn't just a pretty name for a knot. It's also the most useful one in the book. Here's how to tie it in five steps.

How to Tie an Alpine Butterfly Knot: Step-by-Step Guide 1. Form a Loop in the Rope. Loop the rope around your hand once to create a lone loop. 2. Make a Figure Eight .

Something that would require a morning suit and a butterfly collar.. ... It's the way to go if you want a really small knot, sort of a 1940s style. And it's also the knot to use with a skinny tie.