How to tie a scarf
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Aboutedit
Fashion designer Donna Karan was quoted as saying that the scarf is the most versatile fashion accessory. [1]It can create new outfits and make old outfits look fresh again. [2] Scarves are available in a variety of fabrics, colors and styles, making them the perfect accessory for all seasons. [3]
The scarf was originally from Ancient Rome, where it was used to keep clean instead of warm. The garment was called a sudarium. Which means "sweat cloth" in english. It soon become a fashion item amongst women who wore styles that were made out of silk, pashmina, wool and cloth. [4][5] The scarf is very versatile, you can use it as a sarong, belt [6], wrapped in your hair, around your head and of course in a multitude of ways around your neck. [7]
In the 19th century the scarf became popular amongst men, who named the scarf the cravat. [8]
For women in the 20th century the Hermes scarf has become synonymous with wealth and style since it came into production in 1937. [9]
Modern scarves are commonly made using silk, acetate or rayon. Other fabrics include cotton or wool for more heavier style scarves. [10]
The fabric and shape of the scarf will determine how it can be worn. [11]
Instructionsedit
Stylesedit
 Wrap around:It's as simple as the name suggests. Just wrap the scarf once around your neck and let the ends fall at the front. This style works best with a heavier type of scarf, such as a pashmina. |
 Bow tie:This style is extremely simple. Place the scarf around your neck and tie a bow at the front. [12] |
 French twist:Using a thin scarf, for example a Hermes twilly, fold the scarf over itself until you have formed a long thin shape. [13] Then wrap the scarf once around your neck and bring the ends to the front. Next tie one knot at the side and let both ends of the scarf hang. |
 Ascot wrap:The ascot style is a sophisticated way to tie your scarf. Hold the scarf around the neck and tie a knot at the front. Then spread open the scarf at the front and feel free to tuck it into your jacket or blouse to make it a little neater. [14] |
 Bandeau wrap:Using a light weight silk scarf place the scarf on a flat surface in the shape of a diamond. Bring the bottom edge and fold it into the middle of the scarf, do the same for the top corner. Fold the bottom edge into the middle to create a straight edge, do the same for the top corner. Hold the scarf at the two side corners and place around your head. Tie the two corners at the side of your head. [15][16] |
 Kelly wrap:Using a silk scarf, fold it into a triangle. Place the scarf over your head with the folded part toward the front. Hold the folded corners down under your chin and cross them over one another. Push the folded sides over to the opposite side of your neck and tying the edges together at the back of the neck. Push the triangle edges of the scarf under the knot you have just formed. Feel free to leave the knotted edges loose or tucked under. [17] |
 Side wrap: Simply wrap the scarf around your neck and allow one end to hang over to the side. Then tuck the other end under the loop. |
 Twist n' tie:To achieve this look you'll need a longer scarf of a heavier weight. Grab the scarf at both ends and twist as if into the shape of licorice. Wrap the scarf around your neck and knot at the front. |
 Woolen scarf:For this knot, you'll need a thick and long woolen scarf. Hang the scarf around your neck and pull one end so that it is roughly twice as long as the other end. Wrap the long end around your neck several times and then tie at the front. [18] |
 Kerchief knot:For this look use a light weight cotton scarf and fold it diagonally. Knot the scarf in the back with the triangle edge of the scarf placed at the front of your neck. |
 Slip knot: (Also known as a men's tie style) Simply fold scarf in half and wrap around your neck Next pull the ends through the looped end. [19] |
