6 Ways To Wear Your Scarves For Fall
It’s safe to say that as soon as the chilly fall air makes its way through the changing leaves, us gals are quick to pull out our favorite autumnal garment from the depths of our closets: the scarf.
Scarves are an easy way to pull together an entire ensemble and add the perfect finishing touch. They’re an incredibly versatile accessory that can be styled in many ways and worn with a variety of looks.
So whether you’re into thick cable knits, big drapey blankets, or small silky neckties, the possibilities for scarf season are endless. There really are no rules when it comes to wearing scarves, so just start a trend of your own or check out one of these six fresh ways to don your favorite scarf.
Tucked Into a Belt
In order to pull off this look, start off with an ensemble with which you can wear a high waist belt, such as a simple dress or high pencil skirt. Opt for a thinner belt (preferably with some elastic) and a lightweight or silky scarf.
A thicker wool or knit scarf can create excess bulk under your belt, which can cause you to appear larger.
Make sure the scarf has enough length to go past the waistline and hang a bit under the belted area so that it stays in place.
The whole point of this method is to keep your scarf secured without having to worry about constant tucking or adjusting and to create a stylish and fuss free fall outfit.
Pinned Scarf
Although many of us may associate the pinned scarf to the style of our grandmothers’ fashion heydays, this technique has been making a comeback all over the runways this fall.
A stylish pin, adorned brooch, or even a concealed clip prevents from continuous scarf adjustment and also functions as a stylish and simple accessory for the rest of your outfit. This look can dress up a casual jeans and cardigan or even add drama to your formal evening garb.
Paired With a Deep Neckline
Pairing a scarf with a deep neckline is more about accessorizing than actual warmth purposes, but either way it’s a great look for the fall season. This look evokes a modern twist on the 1950’s necktie and offers some flirty Parisian-esque flair to those deep set necklines.
It’s also a nice seasonable alternative to the average necklace and can easily be crafted by wrapping a thin scarf once around your neck or tying to the side. This look works best with deep V-neck sweaters, dresses, or scoop neck blouses.
Infinity Scarf
Infinity scarves are easy to wear and naturally appear elegant and intricately styled without any complicated tying or folding. Simply grab the scarf and create two loops placing the garment around your neck. Pull one side of the loop forward to create an effortless placement.
The infinity scarf works with casual and formal attire and looks best paired over a structured ensemble in order to create a harmonized balance of silhouettes.
Try the infinity with some skinny jeans tucked into riding boots and a fitted button up blouse or long sleeved sweater.
Mixing Florals and Plaids
This year floral prints have stayed long past their spring/summer era and have crossed into cooler territory. This season the typical warm weather florals have undergone a darker makeover, blooming in richer autumnal shades.
These new florals have allowed us girls to pepper in a more feminine aesthetic into the usual monochromatic fall tones and fabrics.
Take a leap of faith and try mixing this girly pattern with a more seasonably appropriate print such as plaid, to create an unexpected pop of cold weather color.
In order to pull this off, elect hues within the patterns that balance each other out and work well together with similar tones and shades. The patterns don’t have to match in color but should work to compliment one another.
Lastly, make sure the rest of your outfit is subdued and solid in color. You definitely don’t want to go overboard with your pattern mixing. The rest is all up to your style instinct, which may require some trial and error pattern mixing and matching.
Fringed Scarf
Fringed scarves add a very bohemian appeal to your basic fall garb. Choose a brightly colored fringed scarf for a bold pop of color or stick to the earth tones for a more neutral vibe.
Opt for a shoulder drape that lets you go for maximum fringiness. Fold the scarf in half diagonally, or if it’s rectangular-shaped, fold it in half the short way first, and then diagonally, as best you can. Tie two corners together around your neck, bandana-style.