How to Wear a Scarf with Style

Source: Virginia Slims (Phillip Morris Inc.) – 3.65" × 9" booklet (1991)
Illustrations: Glenn Tunstull – Art Direction: Carol Peligian
Fashion Accessories Association (1989, 1991)

How to Wear a Scarf with Style Compliments of Superslims from Virginia Slims

A SCARF is the most versatile accessory in your wardrobe. It can redefine your look and create styles that are dressy, casual, professional, sporty or sizzling. The possibilities are endless, limited only by your ability to tie them.

This scarf tying book contains the most up-to-the-moment tying techniques and styles. Each page offers a diagram with simply stated written instructions.

Experiment… be creative. If the instructions suggest a square scarf, try an oblong or an extra-large or small scarf. We’re sure you’ll find your scarf to be the most rewarding accessory in your wardrobe.

Page Contents:

The Square Knot / Shoulder Wrap

The Square Knot The Square Knot Shoulder Wrap

Get started with this basic tie.

Scarf The Square Knot / Shoulder Wrap Step 1
  1. Fold a square scarf into a triangle. Flip one end over the other.
Scarf The Square Knot / Shoulder Wrap Step 2
  1. Take the upper end around and behind the other.
Scarf The Square Knot / Shoulder Wrap Step 3
  1. Pull through and tighten. Knot can be in the front, to the side, or in the back.
  • For the shoulder wrap, tie the knot in the front and pull the sides over the shoulders.

Shoulder Wrap / Stole

Be a sophisticated sensation.

Shoulder Wrap For the shoulder wrap, a large square scarf is folded into a triangle, placed over one shoulder and knotted on the opposite side at the waist.
Stole For the stole, drape an oversized scarf over your shoulders.

Bib Wrap / Cowl

Bib Wrap Bib Wrap Cowl

Dramatically change any blouse or sweater.

Scarf Bib Wrap / Cowl Step 1
  1. Fold a square scarf into a triangle, place the point in front.
Scarf Bib Wrap / Cowl Step 2
  1. Cross ends behind the neck.
Scarf Bib Wrap / Cowl Step 3
  1. Tie in the front using a square knot.
Scarf Bib Wrap / Cowl Step 4
  1. For Cowl effect, take the center fold of the scarf and bring it over the knot, tucking the points into the neckline.

Ascot

Ascot Ascot

For a look that’s distinctive.

Scarf Ascot Step 1
  1. Fold a square scarf into an oblong or use an oblong scarf.
Scarf Ascot Step 2
  1. Place around neck and flip one end over the other.
Scarf Ascot Step 3
  1. For a traditional look tuck the ends into your shirt or jacket.
  • For a more informal effect, move the fold to the side.

Knotted Bib

Knotted Bib

Add a dressy touch to any career outfit.

Scarf Knotted Bib Step 1
  1. Take the center of the wrong side of a square scarf.
Scarf Knotted Bib Step 2
  1. Make a knot close to the end.
Scarf Knotted Bib Step 3
  1. Flip scarf over to the right side and into a triangle.
Scarf Knotted Bib Step 4
  1. Place at the neck and knot behind.

Faux Bow

Faux Bow

Give your office attire a more polished effect.

Scarf Faux Bow Step 1
  1. Make a loose knot in the center of an oblong or bias scarf. Place knot under chin.
Scarf Faux Bow Step 2
  1. Cross ends behind the neck and bring them back to the front.
Scarf Faux Bow Step 3
  1. Place the ends into the knot going in opposite directions.
Scarf Faux Bow Step 4
  1. Tighten slightly.

Hacking Knot

Hacking Knot Hacking Knot Bow

Casual and sleek, this tie works effortlessly.

Scarf Hacking Knot Step 1
  1. Fold an oblong scarf in half lengthwise.
Scarf Hacking Knot Step 2
  1. Place around the neck and pull the two ends through the center fold.
Scarf Hacking Knot Step 3
  1. For another look tighten the scarf to the side of the neck.
Scarf Hacking Knot Step 4
  1. Form a bow.

Multi-Scarf Neck Wrap

Multi-Scarf Neck Wrap

Intertwine two scarfs for a bold statement.

Scarf Multi-Scarf Neck Wrap Step 1
  1. Use two oblong or bias scarfs. Twist each into a loose coil.
Scarf Multi-Scarf Neck Wrap Step 2
  1. Wrap the two coils around each other.
Scarf Multi-Scarf Neck Wrap Step 3
  1. Wrap scarf around the neck in a cowl. Loosely tie the ends and tuck under or leave hanging.

Men’s Tie / Slip Knot

Men’s Tie / Slip Knot Men’s Tie / Slip Knot

The menswear style, ready in an instant.

Scarf Men’s Tie / Slip Knot Step 1
  1. Place an oblong, bias, or square scarf folded to an oblong around the neck with one end longer than the other. Tie a simple knot in the longer end.
Scarf Men’s Tie / Slip Knot Step 2
  1. Place the other end into and through the knot and tighten slightly.

Ponytail Wrap

Ponytail Wrap

A relaxed easy hairstyle.

Scarf Ponytail Wrap Step 1
  1. Wrap an oblong, bias, or square scarf folded into an oblong around the ponytail and make a knot.
Scarf Ponytail Wrap Step 2
  1. Wrap another two or three times and make a double knot. For a different look, spread the folds out over a length of your ponytail.

Hat Wrap

Hat Wrap

Capture a fresh mood.

Scarf Hat Wrap Step 1
  1. Wrap an oblong, bias, or square scarf folded into an oblong, around the brim of a hat.
Scarf Hat Wrap Step 2
  1. Tie a square knot at the back.

Head Wrap

Head Wrap

Capture a fresh mood without a hat.

Scarf Head Wrap Step 1
  1. Fold a square into a triangle and place on the head. Cross the ends in front, bring to the back and tie scarf over the point.
Scarf Head Wrap Step 2
  1. For another look simply secure ends under the chin.

Fashion Wrap

Fashion Wrap Fashion Wrap

Over bathing suits, tight knits and flowing skirts.

Scarf Fashion Wrap Step 1
  1. Fold a square scarf into a triangle. Place around the waist with the point in the back.
Scarf Fashion Wrap Step 2
  1. Tie the ends in front into a square knot. Knot can be worn to the side.
  • For the skirt, use two scarfs, tying the first in the back, the second in the front.

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