How to wear a long scarf?

With the onset of cold weather, each of us remembers that there is a warm, cozy long scarf in his wardrobe. Its main tasks are to protect from cold and diseases, but for women it is also one of the most stylish accessories that will always serve as an additional decoration or even the main highlight of the autumn-winter look.

At the peak of fashion this season are several styles.

This is a long rectangular wide scarf. It is made of wool or cashmere, comes in a wide variety of colors and often has additional decorations in the form of fringes or various assemblies.

Medium scarf. It can be of various lengths and made from a variety of materials. Previously, only men wore them, they even originated as part of a winter military uniform. But the ladies quickly realized the convenience and practicality of a new type of favorite accessory and have been using it with pleasure for more than 50 years.

This is a special type of long, thin woolen scarf that appeared on the walls of English and Irish universities. It was two meters long and was painted in the colors of a certain faculty. Fashion designers have not ignored this stylish accessory.And now almost every fashionista wants to have such a little thing in her wardrobe.

In any case, no matter what style you choose, a scarf is always an important element of the image. However, its use requires some care. It has its own advantages and features.

Advantages:

• It draws attention to you, especially if it is made of an unusual material or endowed with a bright print.
• It makes the outfit more expressive.
• Made from natural wool, it will perfectly warm you in cold weather.

Peculiarities:

• Due to its volume and length, it may not be very comfortable.
• Large knitted scarves can create difficulties for owners of long hair.
• Wide and long accessories are not suitable for girls with large breasts. They need to choose narrow models.

This year, long scarves were at the peak of fashion, pushing the leader of the past years - snood. This became possible thanks to the variety of colors, styles and materials that fashion designers offer us. The most relevant this season are:

• Narrow

Such a long scarf is much more suitable for early autumn or late spring. This attribute should rather emphasize the style of its mistress, and not protect her from the cold. The world's major manufacturers favor lightweight fabrics and subtle prints and encourage them to pair this accessory with a simple T-shirt and comfortable jeans.

• Wide

The tippet is one of the most popular women's styles. It is made from almost any fabric. These capes become most relevant in the winter, as they can decorate not only a coat or a fur coat, but also throw them over your shoulders indoors.At the same time, it is important to monitor the seasonality of the materials and the compatibility of the colors of the stole with other clothes.

• English rubber band

An English rib knit scarf is unlikely to ever go out of style. This is one of the most popular winter attributes. He is loved by women all over the world for warmth, elasticity and comfort.

• coarse knit

A voluminous scarf knitted from merino wool is a real hit of the cold seasons of 2016-2017. On its basis, many major fashion designers created their ensembles. For example, Chanel, Veronica Beard, Baja East. This accessory becomes the central, most significant part of your image.

The choice of scarf color should be approached no less responsibly than the choice of its style.

Red. A bright spot among the snow-white winter and black outerwear. A red scarf is an elegant, eye-catching detail that will always make you stand out from the crowd. But with this color you need to be careful, you should not combine it with animal prints or other shades of red or pink.

White. The classic "winter" color is back at the peak of popularity this season. It is absolutely universal and will suit almost anyone and for any outfit, the main thing is to choose the right material and style.

Striped. Such a scarf is able to harmoniously fit into the framework of almost any image. It is a symbol of lightness, playfulness and sophistication. Most stylists advise decorating plain outerwear with them in such a way as to set it off and attract attention with its catchiness and visibility. But you should be careful and do not forget about color combinations.

Checkered. The most classic European print is as relevant as ever this winter. The cage is indispensable for creating a stylish autumn or winter look. By choosing different colors and fabrics, these scarves can be combined with parkas or jackets decorated with fur, as well as with elegant coats.

In the modern world, scarves are sewn from completely different materials. It depends on the season of wear or the main purpose of the item. It is worth remembering that things made from natural or mixed fabrics are often worn better than those made from artificial ones.

The most popular are scarves made of natural wool. Such products are of two types: knitted from yarn or sewn from fabric. Both types will keep you warm in the winter and will last for many years. But be careful when choosing, because now there are a huge number of synthetic wool substitutes that look great, but do not warm well and quickly become unusable.

Summer light scarves made of silk or chiffon are the best way to decorate any outfit, but you should refrain from wearing them in the colder season. It is also worth remembering that natural silk is very capricious to wear, so in this case it is better to give preference to fabrics with the addition of artificial fibers.

Synthetics surrounds us everywhere and it is not always necessary to be afraid of it. Through the use of synthetic fibers, fabrics can be beautiful, pleasant to the body and more durable. Many fashion designers use the achievements of the textile industry to create their most complex and unusual products.

From feathers. Or boa.Quite an extravagant attribute. Until recently, it was used only to create a stage image. But in the last few years, such accessories are increasingly included in the wardrobe of many fashionistas.

After choosing the color, style and fabric, the most important question remains: how to wear a long scarf?

We have selected for you the most relevant methods this season.

• Autumn in Paris. This simple yet stylish way to wear a long scarf is best for the warm season. Wrap around the neck once, and leave the ends hanging loosely in front. Leaving the neck ring loose will add elegance and glamorous chic to you.

• Single node. This is the most classic version. Looks great both over a jacket and over a fur coat. You just need to make a few turns around the neck, and tie the remaining ends into a knot. If not tightened too tightly, it will hang elegantly, giving a peculiar charm.

• Tight winding. If you want to wrap yourself up as warmly as possible, then the best option is to leave one end free, wrap the rest around your neck. Try not to wrap too tightly, otherwise it will make breathing difficult. The remaining tips are removed either under a coat or jacket, or between the resulting layers.
• Harness. A long, but not wide scarf is suitable for him. Tie small knots at the ends.Then twist around its axis into a tight tourniquet. Wrap several times around the neck. Pass the remaining ends from top to bottom under the top loop and untie the knots. Quite elegant and unusual way.

• Tie way. Throw a scarf over your shoulders so that one end is longer than the other. Tie the long part in a loose knot. Then pull the shorter part into the knot and gently tighten. This method is ideal for tying medium width scarves.
• New York way. Looks especially nice over a jacket or coat. First you need to fold the scarf in half and wrap it around your neck. Then one tip is taken and pulled into the learned loop. We turn the loop. Then pull the other end through the bottom of the loop. Tighten a little and you're done.
• Simple and stylish. If you are using a scarf not to keep you warm, but as a stylish accessory that sets off your set, then simply throw it over your shoulders and pull the free ends under the belt at your waist. This will draw additional attention to him and emphasize the fragility of your figure.

A scarf in the wardrobe of a modern fashionista is not only a way to keep warm in winter, but also one of the most stylish accessories designed to emphasize the individuality of its mistress. By choosing a different style, color, fabric and way of wearing, you can always look original and stand out from the crowd.