Every perfectly tied tie has a dimple. That’s the little oval shaped indentation in the fabric that forms just below the knot. If your dimple won’t form naturally, try poking a furrow in the fabric under the knot with your forefinger as you tighten.

The correct starting position for tying a tie can only be determined through trial and error. In other words — it’s something you have to figure out for yourself.

The ideal end-result — the thing you’re looking to achieve — is ending-up with the tip of the long end of the tie at more-or-less your waistline.