How to Wear a Silk Scarf

A timeless classic championed by leading ladies throughout the years, a silk scarf is just the ticket to take your outfit from “oh, this old thing” to “oh la la”.

As worn by fashion royalty (Coco Chanel), real royalty (HM Queen Elizabeth) and Hollywood starlets (Marilyn, Audrey and Sophia to name a few), there are many different ways to wear a silk scarf, all you need is a little inspiration – here’s how we wear the silk scarf at Joules…

Scarf Styles

HOW TO TIE A SILK SCARF: THE ASCOT

Whether you have a rectangular scarf or you are looking for inspiration on how to tie a square scarf, The Ascot way of styling your silk scarf looks classy and casual, the perfect way to glam up jeans and a nice T-shirt.

HOW TO TIE A SILK SCARF: THE FRENCH TWIST

A relaxed look perfect for the office and suited to that gorgeous 1950’s silk scarf style, the French Twist tie will bring any outfit to life, pair with a classic blouse for that smart casual chic look we all love.

HOW TO TIE A SILK SCARF: THE PLAIT

A women’s neckerchief tied into a plait is a playful way to spruce up even the simplest of outfits. The plait is a fun look but it takes a little more patience and dexterity, so if at first you don’t succeed…give it another bash!

The plaited silk scarf is the perfect way to glam up a shirt dress or midi dress. Worn around the collar, it will add a new dimension to your favourite staple dress and make you feel oh-so-elegant.

HOW TO TIE A SILK SCARF: THE SCHOOL TIE

If you’re wondering how to wear a long silk scarf, the school tie look is great. It’s perfectly suited to a longer silk scarf and will really bring your outfit to life, keeping things ultra-sleek and unique – perfect! Why not pair a long silk scarf with a gilet to add an extra layer of warmth and more than just a hint of style to this quintessentially British look?

How do you wear yours? Tag @joules us in a picture of your favourite Joules scarf!

5 Comments

  • Scarf Room

    31.07.2015 at 16:11 Reply

    The French Twist is so sophisticated! xx

  • hally aly

    31.05.2016 at 18:29 Reply

    Hi, Those are some great wonderful tips on how to style your scarf. I really adore the school tie as it looks very cute and brings back the younger you it subtly wraps around your neck and then drapes down to your chest.

  • Helen skelton

    19.11.2016 at 18:52 Reply

    Just bought the original joules French Navy ditsy scarf and wondered what the best way was to tie it

  • Lino

    07.01.2017 at 09:52 Reply

    Keep on writing, great job! latahza

  • Simone

    27.05.2020 at 18:20 Reply

    This basically sums up why I love silk scarves so much – they’re so versatile!

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