For something that’s essentially just a thin piece of fabric, the humble tie has the capacity to strike fear into even the most stylish of gentlemen.

It conjures endless questions: how long should it be? What material? What colour? What pattern? How do I even tie the darn thing?!

But fear not, as this colourful infographic has all those answers and more. Below is everything you need to consider when wearing a tie, from the basic essentials to knots so complicated they should come with a public health warning.