Accessory How-To | One Scarf Worn Six Ways

Scarves are such versatile accessories for any girl's wardrobe. I particularly love how easy it is to find a pretty scarf at the thrift store, like this floral one I've used several times in outfits features on this blog. Working scarves into your wardrobe is really just a matter of experimenting. You can twist them, tie them, loop them, and fold them. And if you decide mid-way through the day that it's not workin' for you, just untie it and try something new!

Look #1: I love this loose, bohemian style because it's so easy to do. You can try this with all shapes of scarves, but I really like the way this size looks with more ruffly blouses, like the one I wore here.

Look #2: Normally I only tie scarves on my head this way when the knot goes under my chin to protect my hair in the rain (as seen in the last photo of this post). But with some big hair and the right 1950s/1960s look, it really works quite well and all together avoids the poor pauper look reminiscent of old Russia.

Look #3: Tying a scarf around your neck can look super preppy, or even gypsy-like, depending on the rest of your ensemble. With a collared shirt, you're goin' for the prepster, but with a lacy blouse and the right pattern on the blouse, you're all together gypsy! (Like this outfit here!)

Look #4: Twist your scarf and tie in a bow atop your head for a girlish vibe. This works with your hair down or up, but I like it best when tendrils peek out in front of the scarf. If your hair is slippery like mine, and scarves tend to roll off your head, you might want to pull up your hair in maiden braids or part and twist up your hair (securing with pins) like I did. (Similar style most recently seen here.)

Look #5: This is my favorite haven't-had-time-for-a-shower look of mine! Often-times I will hide greasy bangs under a widely-folded scarf that ties at the nape of my neck. I prefer this look with more bohemian 1960s styles of clothing, but it can be mod too if you've got the perfect little shift dress. (Seen on a non-shower day here.)

Look #6: Alright, so this one is actually the ultimate look for a non-shower day. In order to keep my scarf in place, I always have to part my hair, braid it, and secure in the front with pins. Otherwise I find the scarf too easily slips off my head. It's very easy to tie (in front of the braids), and then I just tuck the excess back underneath the scarf. (Also seen here!)

O U T F I T   D E T A I L S :

blouse: c/o ModCloth | Scarf: thrifted | skirt: thrifted

Comments

[steffy]

such a great post! i love look four the best :)

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[Vanessa]

Love this post!!! Did you get a new camera or lighting equip? These photos are even more bright and vivid than usual! You're such a beauty.

[Mandi]

Vanessa,
Yep! I did get lighting equipment. Two strobes with soft-box umbrellas. I miiiight get around to sharing more about them someday. :)

[Rae Veda]

I love look six. It's one of my favorite looks to wear. It's so easy to throw on for class in the morning. XO, Rae

http://aneclecticheap.blogspot.com/

[Ashlee]

LOVE this set of tutorials! Usually, I'm so confused as to how to wear my scarves stylishly! Bookmarking for future reference! This fall will now no longer be known as the season of the awkward scarf! Lovely! <3

[Jennifer]

Great how-to post! I like look number 6! I just adore silk scarves. I'm currently on the hunt for more vintage ones.

[Girl & Closet (Veronika)]

Ah, this is so great. I'm absolutely loving the head scarf trend and need to get on it asap, it's such a cute look! Thanks so much for these lovely ideas. xo veronika

[Valerie]

You forgot about the Alfredo Bandito look, over the mouth and nose lol. Or even my current use for a head scarf, tied to the bed-head with eucalyptus oil on it, because I have a dreadful cold.
Good tutorial though, its amazing how many people have head scarves and don't wear them because they don't know how.
V
xxx

[Laura]

love this post! really makes me want to use scarves more often:) x

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Love look 4 & 5! Will have to try it with my scarves soon =)

[Victoria / Justice Pirate]

You are so sweet with all your great tutorials like this. wonderful!!! 5 and 2 are pretty much the only way I wear mine.

[Danielle/ConstantlyAlice]

Yay! I love scarf tutorials. I have a million of them and I'm always looking for new ways to use them! Thanks :)

[Curious Constellation]

I'm especially loving number four at the moment.

[Amber Blue Bird]

I never buy scarfs because I dont know how to wear them besides tying it around my neck. Thanks for the lesson :)

[Katie]

Great post! I never would have thought of some of these ideas! I will definitely be trying some of these out this autumn and winter! <3

[kelly ann]

You are absolutely stunning! I love the scarf you used.

[Kim]

Lovely!! Awesome tutorial! And you took great photos! I love the way they look. It's like I am looking back at the late 50s and early 60s, you are so creative!

Take cRe!!

Kim

[Janelle Olson]

You're a genuis! I have a pretty floral fabric that is just the right size. Thanks for the tip!

[Kat]

I've never been a fan of wearing scarves on my head (for some reason I just feel like it doesn't look right on me, but I envy people who can pull it off--like you!)... but I love look #1 and #3! I seriously need more scarves in my life. Thanks for the inspiration :)

-Kat
http://certainsomethingvtg.etsy.com

[bargain bex]

you've done it again! you've completely inspiried this coif-growin' girl that there are plenty o' ways to (scarf) style your hair in the interim - and i blogged all about it (and you) over in my blogging neck of the woods this morning:

http://bargainbex.blogspot.com/2011/09/scarfing-it-down.html

bex.