The Wrap-Up: Every Way You Can Put Your Silk Scarf To Use

If there’s one accessory you should never underestimate, it’s the silk scarf. Just like your flashy statement necklace, it’s an instant outfit booster, but it can go places your metal bib cannot.

A silk scarf with an elaborate pattern or design might be what sparks your interest, but its multi-purpose power is how you’ll really get your money’s worth.

Wear It In Your Hair

Need to cover your coiff? Get those unruly strands under wraps by placing a silk scarf flat onto your head and tie its two ends together or tucking them in underneath. Alternatively, it can be used as a headband—fold it into a skinny rectangle and tie it around your temples.

Place It In Your Pocket

Take your tailored shirt up a notch with a style cue from the menswear world. Fold a smaller silk scarf into a square and tuck it into your pocket. If it’s longer, stick one end into your pants pocket and let the rest hang freely.

Put It On Your Purse

Know what goes together better than peanut butter and jelly? Your favorite purse and new silk scarf. Refresh your everyday handbag with a scarf by twisting it all the way around or fastening it to one of your purse handles.

Knot It Around Your Neck

Prefer to keep it conventional? Instead of draping or wrapping your silk scarf around your neck like you usually do, tie it into an ascot knot. This 70s-style trick will instantly add stylish sophistication to your ensemble while also elongating your neck.

Belt It On Your Bottoms

Give your brown leather belt a break. Pull your look together by putting a long silk scarf through your belt loops instead. It’s an unexpected way to literally give your pants or skirt a pick-me-up.

Don’t get tied down into wearing a silk scarf the traditional way all the time and make the most out of it. Its styling possibilities are endless.

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