How to Tie a Womens Scarf

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How to Tie Scarves

Scarves are not just for the winter and the cold days. They are an excellent fashion accessory. In the summer lighter silk scarves, and so-called pashminas are most popular. They are light weight and comfortable, still quite warm, and very elegant. While men wear neckties, women wear scarves.

If you are new to wearing scarves than knowing how to tie one might be helpful. There are endless ways to tie a scarf. On this site I will show instructions on the 4 most basic.

Casual Sleek Fold

A classic way to tie a scarf! As the name suggests, it is casual, yet sleek and elegant. It well suited for a wide range of outfits from formal to professional work attire. Best suited are longer scarves. Whether you tug one end into your blazer, or leave it on top is personal preference. Try both in front of a mirror and choose what fits best to your outfit.

Instructions:
  • Carefully roll up the scarf to the preferred widh. The right width depends on factors like the scarf's length your body type (more importantly your neck), and the design pattern on the scarf.

  • Fold the rolled up scarf in half and lay it around your neck as indicated in the picture.

  • Take both ends of the scarf and pull it through he look. Then give it some final styling based on your preference.
  • The Neck-Wrap

    The classic neck-wrap is a very traditional way to tie a scarf. It is perfectly suited for slightly shorter silken scarfs and pashminas.

    Instructions

    1. Place the scarf on a flat surface and fold in half to create a triangle. Then keep folding in the scarf from one side until it has the desired width.

    2. Lay the scarf around your neck and tie a simple knot just like the one when tying a shoe. One side of the scarf should hang down lower.

    3. Then take the end of the scarf that hangs down further and fold it in half. Then pull this part through the loop near your neck in a way that creates a pouch. Give some final adjustment on personal preference.

    The Slip-Knot

    Of all the different methods to tie a pashmina scarf, the slip knot closely resembles the classic necktie knot used by men. The slip knot is one of the most popular scarf knots used on women's uniforms. You will see this type of know quite often on female flight attendants for example.

    Instructions

    1. Roll teh scarf up from one corner. The width of the roll is personal preference but should be in balance with your neck length. Place the rolled up scarf around your neck.

    2. Just like when tying a mens tie, take one end of the scarf and wrap it around the other end.

    3. Then take the same end of the scarf and pull it through the loop on your neck. Then pull it through the loop on top of the knot you created in the previous step. This is very similar to the Four in Hand Necktie Knot

    4. Tighten the scarf slightly and adjust the look to your preference. And you are done!

    Tying a Scarf "Light Queen"

    If you are looking for a very professional looking way to tie a scarf (a method commonly used for business and uniform attire) then the "Light Queen" wrap might be perfect for you.

    The scarf is tied similar to a men's necktie. The pashmina is rolled up diagonally to create a narrow scarf. Usually it is wrapped two to three times around the neck but the number of wrappings is personal preference and also depends on the length of the scarf used. For a more detailed instruction on the "Light Queen" wrap please see the detailed diagram on the right.

    Other Helpful Sites

    How to Tie a Necktie
    Tie-Knots.org is a perfect website that not only teaches different necktie knots, but also how to tie a bow tie and fold a pocket square. In the past few months I have also added a blog to this site with some more information on latest trends and fads in mens fashion. Have a look!
    Special Sized Neckties
    An informational site for big & tall men, or anyone else that needs special sized neckties. I made this site to help big and tall men find a perfect fitting tie.
    Discount Silk Ties
    A discount store selling fine mens ties. Not only neckties but also bow ties, and cufflinks are available at cheap-neckties. Ties start as low $5 and even the finest handmade silk ties are no more than $20.
    Ties
    Check out this website that is completely dedicated to ties and bowties for men. Huge selection and amazing prices that start under $10 per tie.
    How to Tie a Tie
    Tie-a-Tie.net is the worlds largest and most authoritative site teaching men to tie a necktie. Besides learning five different necktie knots, there are also instructions on bow tie knots, how to properly fold a pocket square, how to wear tie bars, how to fit dress shirts and suits, information about dress codes and dress etiquette, and much more. Tie-a-Tie is a site worth visiting - not just if you need to learn to tie a tie.

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    Hello, my name is Rick, and you may have come across my name on several online fashion blogs as well as online fashion retailers. I am the owner and founder of United E-Commerce, LLC - the parent company of several online specialty retailers selling anything from mens neckties to cufflinks. I have written quite a bit about fashion, style and dress codes, a I felt like writing about something different. I have several sites teaching men how to tie a tie, and I thought that maybe women might want to see different ways to tie a scarf.

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