How to Tie a Scarf

For both men and women, this is a classic way to tie a warm winter scarf for a commute to work or an evening out. This style is casual, and with a wool scarf, will help you hold in precious body heat during cold winter days. Drape the scarf around your neck, letting one end drop lower than the other. Take the long end, wind it loosely around your neck, and let it drape over your chest. 

This is likely the most popular knot for both genders. For men, it can be used for a silk or cashmere blend that accents a smart outfit or for a thin wool scarf. For women, it s an all-purpose knot for any scarf. Take a scarf in both hands and fold it lengthwise. Drape it around your neck, then insert both ends through the loop and pull them through. 

A classic woman s look, perfect for adding an accent to a neat, traditional suit, double-breasted coat, or suit jacket. Open the scarf fully and wrap it around your shoulders like a shawl. Now, pull the right side down, so that it s longer than the left side by a third. Toss the right side over your left shoulder and allow the left side to hang down. 

Best with lightweight cotton or open-weave scarves. This method makes a statement. For men, this look complements an unzipped, short leather jacket or close-cut, trendy blazer. For women, it can pair with any cardigan, jacket, or coat, or it can be worn with blouses and dresses to amp up the style. 

Drape the scarf around the back of your neck and allow both ends to hang down in the front, one equally as long as the other. Cross the ends over themselves, and tie them together to create one parallel knot. Repeat this three to five times, until you have a braided necktie effect. 

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