Scarf with sleeves
The modern world of the fashion industry is full of various accessories. Some of them are particularly practical and versatile, while others are assigned the role of decorative elements. A scarf with sleeves belongs to the first type. With it, you can not only keep warm, but also stand out among other people. The birthplace of a product called Sciarpone (Scarpone) is Italy. In the CIS countries, it is simply called a transformer scarf.
Features and Benefits
The main advantage and at the same time feature of a scarf with sleeves is its appearance. Having this thing at your disposal, you can immediately forget about the problem of buying gloves. In addition, such an accessory can serve as a bolero or cape. Another important advantage of such a scarf is that it can be worn by owners of all body types and in different seasons. A scarf with sleeves can also be used as a hood, tippet or snood. This accessory is very versatile and multifunctional, for which it is often called a transformer.
Fashion trends
A scarf with sleeves can be very different. Have both long sleeves and short, large, warm knitting or be very light, weightless. It can be silk, mohair, cashmere and even lace.
To date, the most popular models are narrow or medium width. An accessory such as a cape scarf is also gaining popularity.It can cover the back and chest of its owner. Some accessories may have fur trim.
There are also models with one sleeve. They are more suitable for the cold season, as they are knitted from warm and thick yarn.
The color scheme is represented by calm tones. The patterns can be different, but not too bright, the knitting is not too rough, because the scarf should complement the image, enhance it, and not switch all attention to itself.
This season, the following knitting techniques will be very popular for scarves:
- garter stitch;
- openwork;
- with braids;
- English rib knitting;
- sewn from knitted flowers;
- knitting with a convex elastic band;
- rice knitting.
The color palette for scarves with sleeves is very diverse. The most popular colors this season will be blue, red, yellow and green. As always, the classic colors remain trendy - black, white and gray. Popular prints are plaid and stripes, and everything that covers the winter theme.
A variation of a scarf with sleeves is a transformer scarf in the form of a cape. Such an accessory is very wide and reaches almost to the waist, it is usually sewn from a tight knit and does not have a piece-cut. The collar can be decorated with fur. In front it can be stabbed with a beautiful pin.
A scarf with wide piece-cut sleeves can be worn as a jacket or sweater, it will perfectly cover the back, reaching the waist line. It can be made from both bulky material (coarse knitting) and smoother, for example, cashmere.
How to choose
When choosing such an important accessory as a scarf, first of all, you need to pay attention to the quality of the material from which it is sewn, because it only enhances the style of the overall bow.The material is best to choose natural, giving preference to scarves made of silk, linen, cashmere and wool. Also, you need to choose a scarf according to the season, the colder the season, the thicker the scarf should be.
The length of this product should be such that it is enough for winding around the neck. Although at the same time, the scarf should not be too long, since from the side the owner of such an accessory will look ridiculous.
Also, when choosing a scarf, you need to focus on your color type. Owners of dark skin and dark hair should choose scarves in bright colors, and fair girls should forget about dull tones.
Just like the rest of the clothes, the scarf is also selected according to the figure. For example, full girls should buy scarves made of thin and dense cashmere or openwork knitting. The best option for tall and slender women of fashion will be voluminous scarves. It must also be remembered that the scarf should not fit the figure.
How to wear and dress
A scarf with sleeves is a great accessory that goes with almost any outfit. It can be worn with pants, skirts, jeans and even dresses.
The easiest and most common way to wear a scarf is to wrap it around your neck twice. Wide models look very impressive as a snood or collar. Basically, such an accessory is worn in warm seasons, as one of the constituent parts of outerwear.
A scarf with sleeves is the perfect complement to a coat with short sleeves (three quarters). If the outerwear has standard (long) sleeves, then a scarf draped over it will make the image too big.
Another such unusual accessory can be worn simply by wrapping it around the neck, leaving the sleeves hanging.
A scarf with sleeves tied in front with a knot will look sporty.In this form, it looks more like a jacket than a scarf.
It is best to wear tight-fitting things under a scarf with sleeves, then the figure will not look too voluminous.
Stylish images
In the summer, a light scarf with sleeves will look very stylish. It can be worn both over a summer dress and over a T-shirt with shorts.
A brown knitted scarf is perfect for an evening outfit. Thanks to its softness, it will create a magnificent silhouette.
For casual style, you can choose a transformer scarf with sleeves in dark shades, jeans or skinny trousers in dark colors, a light T-shirt and shoes with low heels.
Designers advise those who like to stand out from the crowd to wear a light scarf with voluminous sleeves, a stocking cap, a dress above the knees, and dark tight tights. Shoes, respectively, should be on a thick heel with lacing.
For a more classic look, wear a nice beige sleeved scarf with black skinny jeans and a dark blouse. A black bag, stylish sunglasses and shoes will help complete the look.