A scarf, elegantly placed on the neck, can make the appearance refined, stylish, emphasize the expressiveness of the face, demonstrate the taste of the owner or hostess. In order for the accessory to harmoniously complement the wardrobe, you need to know how to beautifully tie a scarf on the neck, otherwise it may look careless, sloppy. Today there are many tying patterns: for every day or for special occasions. Anyone will find something suitable for themselves.
Methods depending on the type of accessory
The first step can be called the choice of a headscarf. You should be guided by the upcoming situation and the conditions under which it will be present in the image. With the right choice, the harmony of the ensemble is guaranteed, and the image will be enriched with a bright detail.
If the wardrobe is made in one tone, a bright scarf with a catchy pattern will be appropriate. A check, polka dots, and abstraction look elegant. Motley clothes require monochrome accessories in soft pastel tones: beige, mint, pink, nude, steel, cream.
For a romantic rendezvous, a headscarf made of flowing fabric in a delicate shade would be an organic choice. It’s good when its shade echoes the frame of your glasses, handbag, shoes or belt.
Square
A small square scarf can be useful to complement both business and casual outfits.
- For example, a popular and simple French knot is tied from the short ends of a scarf folded in half diagonally and wrapped around the neck, starting from the front. The ends of the knot that stick out playfully can be directed upwards, downwards or to the sides, but they must be visible. The triangle usually falls down, but can also be attached to the shoulder. Alternatively, the accessory can be folded into a strip, tucking all the corners inward. Then the ends will not be pointed, but horizontal.
- You can tie a scarf like a tie. To do this, carefully fold it into a strip and wrap it around your neck. Place the longer strip under the shorter one and tuck it into the resulting loop. Adjust the final length individually. The ends can be fixed or tucked under the circle on your neck.
- Among the ways of tying a scarf, a tourniquet is especially popular. The method is simple but effective. You need to fold the part diagonally in half and twist it into a tourniquet. To do this, hold the two opposite ends and make rotational movements in different directions. Tie the finished tourniquet at the back of the neck with a small knot. To prevent the accessory from unraveling in front, you can make one knot in the middle.
- The cowboy-style method of tying a neck scarf is often used with jackets, bombers, and raincoats. Fold the scarf in half diagonally and place it on your chest with the corners down. Wrap the wide side of the triangle around your neck from front to back 360 degrees and tie it in a knot under your chin. This method allows you to use an accessory with fringe of any length.
- The smooth top of a blouse or a T-shirt is suitable for tying a scarf around the neck with a sliding knot. To do this, the fabric should be folded into a strip, placed on the neck with the ends of different lengths. Cross the ends, wrapping the long one around the short one. Pass the long edge through the loop.
- There are other options for how to tie a scarf beautifully around your neck. For example, Harlequin. To do this, fold the accessory in the middle and place it on your shoulders with the edges facing you, not the fold. Then tie the ends in knots, bend the outer edge up to the middle. Tie in a knot. This tying option is similar to a tie, but it looks cuter and more romantic.
Another interesting detail for a woman's wardrobe can be obtained by tying two scarves into a tourniquet. First, twist the tourniquets from each and intertwine them in the middle. Tie all four ends at one point at the back.
Small
You can easily add a special charm to your image if you use a small scarf around your neck. For example, the pioneer way of tying it. To do this, fold the cloth into a triangle and place it on your neck, pointing it back. Throw the long end over the short one and direct it into the loop adjacent to the neck. The knot is easily tightened, and the scarf is straightened.
You can wear a scarf tied in the "knot" way on the dress. To do this, you need to determine the middle of the accessory and make a knot in it. Measure out equal segments and tie new knots. The frequency of their location is chosen according to your own preference. You can tie the ends at the back of your neck or on your shoulder, originally securing the tips upward.
For festive events, tying a scarf in the shape of a rose is suitable:
- tie two opposite corners with a small knot;
- pass the third corner under the knot;
- twist the fourth corner around it;
- carefully stretch the corners in different directions and create something like a rose;
- Its size is regulated by stretching.
It is even easier to tie a scarf in the form of a bow. To do this, you need to fold it into a strip, wrap it around your neck and tie a beautiful bow in front. You can straighten the loops, then it will be lush and elegant.
French scarf
Such accessories should be in the wardrobe of every business lady. French kerchiefs are scarves that have a small loop. They can be tied in a fan knot, flower knot or bow.
The fan knot is the most difficult, a thin scarf is used. It should be folded in half, from the end without a loop, make neat wide folds. Having gathered them together, pass them through the loop, for which pull the tip.
The flower knot starts with folding the scarf into a shawl. After that, you need to twist one end into a rope and make a loop. Thread the other end through it, and tighten the resulting bow slightly. It is by tightening that you can adjust the density of the flower knot, which is best made from soft, natural fabric.
Not everyone knows how to tie a square scarf into a bow. For this option, you need to fold the scarf diagonally and connect the opposite corners. Thread them through the loop and straighten the elongated ends. If you form the folds in advance, at the last stage, you can straighten them out to adjust the size of the bow.
Triangular
A women's triangular neck scarf can be effectively tied on the shoulder, with one end thrown over the back and the other softly hanging down the front. A small scarf can be used in a sporty style outfit. To do this, place it or a diagonally folded 80 x 80 cm scarf on the left shoulder, matching the long ends with each other. Cross them slightly between themselves and tie a small knot. The decoration is ready.
No less interesting is the option describing how to wear silk scarves in the form of a baktus scarf, combined from two kerchiefs. They should be similar in size, but made of different fabrics. The kerchiefs should be gathered with a common seam along the wide side into one design. There are many possible drapery options.
A triangular scarf is beautifully tied with an accordion. To do this, you first need to fold it with the same accordion, wrap it around your neck, not allowing the folds to come apart. Tie the ends with a full knot and beautifully straighten the hanging sides.
Stole
An interesting addition to the dress look is a stole - a long rectangular cape. Throwing it over your shoulders can help to adjust your figure and make it look slimmer. Since the length and width of the stole can vary, it can be tied at the waist with a belt. With this solution, the halves can be folded one above the other or straightened out, covering the entire front of the dress.
You can make an infinity tourniquet from a large stole-type scarf. To do this, fold it into a strip, fold the corners inward and throw it over yourself so that the ends hang down in front. Twist the free ends in different directions and tie them at the back. Such a long tourniquet is freely wrapped around the neck several times, creating an infinity effect.
Using embellishments to secure
You can tie a scarf or shawl around your neck not only with knots, but also with the help of additional fastening decorations. Brooches, rings, elastic bands, spiral hairpins, buttons are used in this capacity. There are many knots with elastic bands. The simplest of them is to thread both ends of a scarf thrown over the neck and tighten. The second way is to fold the scarf in half and put an elastic band on the corner at the fold. In this version, the scarf is tied at the back, and the corner goes down to the chest. In order to originally fasten the ends of the scarf, you can use a small button. Such an accessory has wide holes, into which the folded corners are easily threaded.
If the character of the overall ensemble allows, it is acceptable to use fastenings for the scarf in the form of costume jewelry and items made of precious stones. All kinds of rings, brooches, pins, chains will help give the scarf on the neck a rich, elegant appearance.
How to combine with outerwear
You can wear a scarf with coats, jackets, fur coats, down jackets. You can enhance the effect of the neck accessory by using an original way of tying it. The simplest is in the form of a shawl thrown over the shoulders. You will need a scarf measuring 150 x 60 cm or a square with a side of 150 cm, which must be folded in half diagonally. Having thrown a triangle neatly along the shoulder line, you should tie the ends in a knot in front, which some move to the side. Any material will do for the scarf: from thin wool and boucle to light flowing silk (for spring jackets). In addition, such scarves can be made with your own hands, for example, crocheted with an openwork pattern. Such an accessory is an accessory of the classic style, but can also be used in boho, ethnic, romantic styles.
A waterfall is another option to add variety to your outerwear. Before tying a scarf, take a piece of fabric measuring 190 x 70 cm, gather it into an accordion at one end and gently lower it onto your chest. Tie it at the back with the ends you have or, when wearing it asymmetrically, leave one end 30 cm longer. Then wrap the long edge around your neck and tie it at the back. You get soft, thick waves in the front that can conceal figure flaws (for example, a protruding belly).).
Thick fabrics are suitable for such solutions, as well as silk - for light coats and raincoats. Wool, tartan, knitwear will competently complement the image with jeans, corduroy trousers and skirts, leather wardrobe. To look spectacular, they can be combined in boho, punk, cowboy styles.
A bow tie is a way of tying a scarf around the neck that combines formality with airiness. The scarf should be folded in half and put on the neck. The folded ends should be threaded through the loop on one side and the length adjusted. If the fabric is light and flowing, the ends can freely flutter, giving the suit a romantic tenderness. The classic style of clothing benefits from such a design. Small scarves or a neck scarf tied in this way will not spoil the business office style, and are often used in institutions that have a dress code for employees.
For boho chic, you will need a thin large scarf (60 cm wide and 2 m long). The material is light and airy. It is put on the head like a hood, the edges of the scarf are crossed at the back and tied in the front. You can leave it like this or lower the head part onto your shoulders and straighten it in an original way.
A draped scarf looks gorgeous over a coat. To fold it, find the center, tie it with an elastic band, leaving a 5-7 cm tip. Turn the scarf inside out and fold it diagonally. Place the resulting drapery in front, tie the ends of the scarf at the back.
Many people prefer to decorate their outerwear with a scarf with an invisible knot. For this, you need a size of at least 220 x 80 cm. First, wrap the scarf around your neck, distributing the ends evenly on both sides. Tie them like a tie and cover the knot with the resulting loop. Straighten the knot.
The "free artist" option is attractive to young people. A scarf measuring 190 x 40 cm should be gathered into an accordion and, having wrapped it around the neck, thread one end into the loop without pulling it out. The second end should be completely threaded into the next loop.
For the cowboy style, you will need a scarf with a side size of 90 cm. You need to fold it diagonally and throw it around your neck in a triangle forward. Wrap the ends around your neck and tie them in a neat knot in front.
Stylish ideas for men
A short scarf can also be used in a man's wardrobe. You can tie it around your neck in the classic way using a special pin. However, to wear it, you will need a special shirt with small collar corners. An original way to complement a suit with a scarf is to use an ascot. This type of knot is suitable for a casual style.
Instructions:
- place the scarf on your neck so that one part is longer than the other;
- folding one part over the other, smooth it out into a roll;
- place the top part under the bottom part and pull it out;
- thread the edge into the resulting loop and smooth it out carefully.
The Scrunchie neck scarf is very popular in the West. When tied, the accessory looks like a hair tie. That's where its name comes from. The scarf should be thrown over the neck, leaving the right end longer. Place it over the left one, which should be wrapped from the inside, moving the right end to the right. On the front side of the knot, wrap the right end again. Without letting go, pass it through the loop, pull it out in the chin area. After tying, tuck the edges into a vest or jacket.
Knowing how to tie a scarf around your neck in different ways, you can easily choose an option to your taste. The main thing is that the details match each other and do not look like a chaotic pile. Then the image will be harmonious, elegant and positive.
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