Scarves

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Scarves are a functional fashion lift for almost any outfit. Whether keeping cool or getting warm, scarves provide practical solutions with fashion flair.

Types of Scarves:

Silk Scarf- Spawned by the popular men’s cravat of the 17th century and made fashionable for women in France in the 19th century, silk scarves can measure up to 48 inches per side and shape up in a variety of rectangles, triangles and squares. Grace Kelly stylized a signature look using a silk scarf wrapped around her head and neck to protect her hairdo while driving in convertible cars in the movies. Scarves can be worn around the neck or waist to create shawls, necklaces, belts and skirts. They can be secured with a beautiful pin or brooch to add even more style.

Pashmina- Originally worn in 3000 B.C. by the Nepalese. Pashmina means wool in Persian. The wool used for pashmina scarves was woven in Kashmir and came to be translated as cashmere. Cashmere comes from the underbelly fur of a Himalayan goat. Today, pashminas are all the rage when it comes to avoiding evening chill without covering up a chic evening dress or outfit, particularly one with a strappy or strapless top. Pashminas are also popular due to their versatility and make excellent travel companions that can double as a blanket.

Sarong- A sarong is the warm weather alternative to the pashmina. Sarongs originated in Southeast Asia. Sized at one by two-and-a-half yards, sarongs can be worn in a variety of styles, such as skirts, dresses, shirts and baby carriers. They are often colorfully dyed in solids or patterns. Tie-dying and batik are popular designs for sarongs. Having a sarong is a must for any tropical vacation, as it can serve as a swim cover-up, skirt, dress, shawl or blanket on the beach or on the plane.

Aviator Scarf- Originally worn to protect pilots from cold winds while they flew in open cockpits, the aviator scarf was silk since it would not chafe the pilot’s neck like other fabrics could. A true aviator scarf is white and six feet long without fringe and is worn in a knot at the neck with one end hanging longer than the other.

Handkerchief- The handkerchief has evolved from a small, white linen square used to clean one’s nose in the first century to a decoration that can also function as a tissue. The decorative breast-pocket handkerchief in a vibrant color is a great way to spruce up a neutral colored suit. Women sometimes tie handkerchiefs on their handbags to add flair.

Bandana- Bandana is a derivative of the Hindi term for “to tie.” Popularized in the West by cowboys, bandanas can be used as a form of identity determined by their color, or simply as another fashionable way to complete an outfit. A bandana is typically 14-16 inches square.

How to Tie a Scarf

There are many different ways to tie a scarf. How you are going to tie your scarf will primarily be determined by the fabric and length of the scarf as well as prevailing weather conditions. Many styles are gender neutral. Explore the styles and pick the one(s) with which you are comfortable.

  • Casual Cravat - A masculine style.
  1. Place the scarf around your neck so the two ends fall to the front and pull the right side so that it is a little longer.
  2. Cross the longer length over the shorter length and then wrap it behind the shorter length so again the short length is on your left and the long length on your right.
  3. Cross the longer length again over the shorter length, and this time wrap the longer length underneath and up through the loop you've created around your neck and fold the length down over the 'knot'.
  4. If needed, pull on the short bottom length of scarf so that the knot rolls back and downward to hide the knot and create a fuller top. Also, straighten out the top so that it sits nice and full.
  5. For a formal look, use a cravat or tie pin in the top center.

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  • Fake Knot
  1. Let the scarf drop down your neck equally on each side.
  2. Make a loose knot on one side.
  3. Bring the other side towards the knotted side and pass it through to the knot.
  4. Tighten the knot to get a beautiful fake knot.

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  • Free Fall - A feminine style. Center the long scarf around the front of your neck and let the two ends fall evenly on your back. This style can especially be flattering with a strapless dress.[3]
  • Hollywood Knot
  1. Place the scarf around your neck; situating it so that one end is about two inches longer (A) than the other end (B).
  2. Cross A over B and let it pass through B so that a sort of hoop is formed.
  3. Let A pass through it again and bring it down facing forward
  4. Adjust your scarf by straightening the front part (A).

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  • Loose Tie or Ascot Knot - Best on warmer days with a lighter jacket when you don't need to have your neck completely and tightly covered. The scarf material should be thin like fine cashmere or merino wool and longer than 5 feet in length. If the scarf is too thick, it will look bulky for this tie style.
  1. Throw the scarf around your neck so the ends are even on both sides.
  2. Cross the ends and bring one end through the ensuing loop.
  3. Adjust the ends so that both are the same length.
  4. If the "backside" end of the scarf is showing, gently adjust it so that it hides behind the "frontside".
  5. There is no need to tighten the ends. You'll have an intentional, large space between your neck and the "knot."

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  • Muffler
  1. Place the scarf around your neck so the two ends fall to the front.
  2. Pull one end so it is about 1 foot below the other end.
  3. Wrap the long end around your neck till it hangs forward again.
  4. If the scarf is long enough, tie the two ends in a knot.

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  • Neck Wrap
  1. Let the scarf hang around your neck equally on each side.
  2. Cross over both the sides.
  3. Give the sides another cross.
  4. Bring both the ends towards the back of the neck.
  5. Pass one end through the other as shown to tie a simple knot.

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  • Quick Toss - Center a long scarf around the center of your neck and toss one side over the other. The result will be one end hanging in front while the other (shorter end) will be hanging in back.[9]
  • Simply Long - Take a scarf that's longer than 5 feet in length, center it around your neck and just let it hang evenly on both sides.[10]
  • Slip Knot or European Loop - The slip know is best on colder days when you need your entire neck covered and you are wearing a thick coat. Make sure the scar is at least 5 feet long so it does not bunch around your neck.
  1. Fold the scarf in half.
  2. Throw the folded scarf around your neck so the ends are even on both sides.
  3. Bring the side with the two ends through the loop on the other side
  4. Pull the loose ends to cinch the loop up towards your neck.

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  • Square Knot
  1. Begin with a bias-folded square scarf, or a narrowly folded oblong.
  2. Grasp the two ends and drape behind around neck so that one end hangs lower than the other.
  3. Cross long end over the short end. Bring it up through the loop created
  4. Take the same end and wrap around behind short end. Pull long end across and insert horizontally through the knot created, forming a square.
  5. Grasp both ends and pull back behind neck. Tie a double knot.
  6. Adjust so that the square knot is centered directly underneath chin

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  • Twice Around Ascot
  1. Fold the scarf according to the basic fold 1 and let it hang around your neck equally on each side.
  2. Bring one side (A) towards the other side (B).
  3. Let A pass from under B.
  4. Bring A towards the front.
  5. Let A pass through B again to form a knot.
  6. Adjust both the sides facing forward as shown in the illustration.

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  • Wraparound - You can use the wraparound style with a jacket or just with a sweater or button-front shirt.
  1. Throw the scarf around your neck so the ends are even on both sides.
  2. Wrap one side completely around your neck, as if you're trying to create a turtleneck. Tuck in the same end.
  3. Do the same for the other end.

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References

  1. ↑ http://www.ziamoda.com/How-to-Tie-a-Mans-Scarf-The-Casual-Cravat_p_1309.html
  2. ↑ http://www.texeresilk.com/cms-fake_knot.html
  3. ↑ http://www.ziamoda.com/How-to-Tie-a-Long-Scarf-The-Free-Fall_p_627.html
  4. ↑ http://www.texeresilk.com/cms-hollywood_knot.html
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 http://men.style.com/video/from-details/from-idetailsi/3000769001/idetailsi-how-to-tie-a-scarf/3178088001
  6. ↑ http://www.texeresilk.com/cms-Ascot_Knot1.html
  7. ↑ http://www.ziamoda.com/How-to-Wear-a-Mans-Scarf-The-Muffler-Scarf-for-Men_p_656.html
  8. ↑ http://www.texeresilk.com/cms-neck_wrap.html
  9. ↑ http://www.ziamoda.com/How-to-Tie-a-Long-Scarf-The-Toss_p_633.html
  10. ↑ http://www.ziamoda.com/How-to-Tie-a-Long-Scarf-Wear-It-Long_p_634.html
  11. ↑ http://www.ziamoda.com/How-to-Tie-a-Long-Scarf-The-European-Classic_p_626.html
  12. ↑ http://www.texeresilk.com/cms-european_loop.html
  13. ↑ http://www.texeresilk.com/cms-square_knot.html
  14. ↑ http://www.texeresilk.com/cms-twice_ascot.html
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