How to beautifully tie a scarf on your head (65 photos): ways to tie it in winter and summer

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A scarf is an accessory that will emphasize femininity and add coquetry and style to the look. It never goes out of style. Scarves are worn at any time of the year. In winter they will protect from the cold, in summer - from the scorching sun, in the off-season - from wind and coolness.

There are many ways to beautifully tie an accessory. The same scarf will look completely different depending on the tying method.

Which scarf to choose for winter and how to wear it

You need to choose the right product for winter and master the technique of tying it.

Choose an accessory, taking into account the following points:

combining it in color and texture with outerwear;
it should be soft and gentle to the touch;
pay attention to the design and size - a very small scarf will be impractical;
the best material for winter is wool, cashmere, angora, they will keep you warm in any weather;
the product can be plain or with a pattern, decorated with fringe or fur inserts;
important qualities are unpretentiousness in operation and ease of maintenance.

A product made of cashmere or wool will go well with fur items of clothing; it can be worn with a down jacket, jacket and fur coat. If you choose a colored accessory, then the other elements of your bow should be monochromatic.

A scarf will not only decorate and warm you, but also correct your appearance. If you have pale skin, choose bright colors of scarves; pastel colors will go well with rosy cheeks.

How to choose the color of a scarf and shawl

In order to choose the right scarf for your coat , as well as other scarf accessories, use some rules that will allow you not to make a mistake in choosing a product. After all, it is the correctly chosen color of the accessory that will speak about the subtlety of taste and the ability to combine the tones of the owner with a refined and complete image.

Rule 1.

The color of the scarf accessory should not match the tone of the coat. The tone of the scarf should complement and decorate the outerwear. The colors should be in harmony with each other, but not merge, otherwise the scarf will look like an extra, bulky and useless detail.

Rule 2.

You should always remember that a scarf accessory is chosen not only to match your clothes, but the color of your eyes and skin should also be taken into account. If the choice of accessory is made correctly, its colors will not only complement the outfit, but will also reflect the skin tone and eye color in a favorable light.

The following are considered universal and original colors of an additional product:

Light pink;
Light green;
Green with blue;
Lilac;
Subtle purple.

Rule 3.

Before choosing an accessory, mentally figure out what wardrobe items it will be worn with. If the outerwear is predominantly monochromatic, then the scarf should be made in bright colors with ornaments, and vice versa. Only, in such a selection, it is important not to “overdo it” with colors and prints, otherwise there will be not a beautiful additional element on the neck, but an incomprehensible, catchy spot that disfigures the image.

Attention! Having familiarized yourself with the collection of designer items, you can see that they are usually made in calm and bed colors. In rare cases, scarves and shawls have rich and bright colors.

How to wear an Orenburg scarf

The Orenburg scarf is an indispensable element of a woman’s wardrobe in winter. It is distinguished by pleasant warmth, special softness, and comfort.

It can be beautifully tied in completely different ways:

according to the Hollywood method - the scarf is folded into a scarf, which is draped over the head. The ends of the product are brought back - behind the neck, and tied with two knots;
in the form of a crown - a scarf folded into a triangle is thrown over the top of the hair, the ends are pulled back, rolled into plaits and wrapped around the head, hiding at the back of the head;
using a brooch - a scarf is thrown over the head, pressed tightly, pinned in the neck area with a brooch or a decorative pin. The ends of the product hang freely, they can be hidden under a coat or left on top.

The Orenburg down scarf is an excellent choice for a luxurious fur coat - artificial or natural. It will emphasize the beauty of fur, making a woman tender and luxurious at the same time. For a dark fur coat, choose a light accessory; for a light fur coat, on the contrary, choose a bright or dark one. There must be a contrast here.

TOP 5 stylish ideas

Modern stores and fashion houses offer an incredible number of models, styles and shapes of all kinds of scarves. Warm large scarves and classic square scarves, knitted Orenburg motifs and the finest chiffon models... And you can’t even count the number of colors, prints and other decorative elements! Each accessory can be tied in different ways - what is suitable for a woolen scarf will not be feasible with light silk models, and vice versa. Therefore, you need to know at least a couple of universal ways to tie a scarf in order to always look neat, beautiful and feminine.

Italian knot

This is perhaps one of the most popular and popular ways to tie a scarf around your neck. This method was previously considered exclusively masculine, but today women do not neglect such an elegant detail. Remember the legendary George Clooney or the always stylish Antonio Banderas - the image of these gentlemen was often decorated with an accessory, harmoniously matched to the overall outfit and unusually tied around the neck. And, by the way, securing the scarf in this way is a matter of a couple of seconds.

If you choose a square scarf, fold it lengthwise several times so that you end up with an elongated rectangle. If you are using a rectangular model, no additional preparations are required. Twist it around your neck with a slight allowance, and form a loop from the free ends, bringing one after the other. Thread both ends through the improvised loop and tuck them under your clothes. An elegant look is guaranteed!

Over a coat or jacket

This method is only suitable if the collar of the outerwear is adjacent to the neck or is made stand-up. To do this, fold the square scarf in half or immediately use the rectangular version. Twist the scarf around your neck several times so that the length of the free ends is 10-15 cm. Tie them with a classic knot a little to the side, leaving asymmetrical “tails”. Layer them over a coat or jacket to complete the look.

Alternative options for tying a scarf this way are with a bow or a “tie.” Initially, they are performed in exactly the same way, but in this case the free edges must be at least 25 cm in order to form a bow or a knot for a tie. And if the length of the accessory allows you to tie a bow several times, you can make a “rosette”.

American knot

The romantic cowgirl style is especially relevant for women who prefer military or sport chic. In this case, you will need a large square scarf made of fabric that will drape beautifully (for example, fine knitwear, silk, crepe de Chine or corduroy). To properly perform a cowboy (aka American) knot, fold the scarf in half diagonally. Place the corner where both opposite ends meet in the décolleté area, and wrap the remaining corners around the neck and bring them out in front under the scarf. Tie them in a way that is comfortable for you - the quality of the knot in this case is not important, because it will be hidden by the drapery of the scarf.

A scarf tied in a cowboy style harmonizes with both outerwear and dresses, blouses or blouses. In addition, this way you can disguise a too deep neckline or small cosmetic defects of the chest or neck.

Square

To tie a scarf with a non-standard square knot, you need a rather long accessory. At the same time, its width is not so important: a square model can be folded in half, a wide rectangular scarf itself will neatly fall on the shoulders, and a narrow one will femininely veil the neck.

To form a knot, leave 2 asymmetrical ends free, throwing the scarf behind your neck. On the short end, form a loose loop into which you need to thread the long one (the technique is similar to tying a tie). After this, throw the long end around the short end with another knot, and then carefully tighten it. Thus, you will get an original flat square knot.

"Turtle"

This knot received this name due to the peculiar shell of drapery that covers the free edges of the scarf. To make it, fold the square scarf diagonally to form an isosceles triangle. Leave the acute angle at which the two ends meet on the chest, and place the opposite side (the so-called “hypotenuse”) on the face so that the scarf covers the mouth and chin. Wrap the loose ends around your neck and bring them forward, tying them in a knot. Cover the resulting knot with the scarf that remains on your face.

You will get a visually voluminous two-layer headband, which will be an excellent addition to low-necked dresses, blouses and long sleeves. You can combine it with office outfits, as well as with a romantic, sporty or casual style.

How to tie a scarf over a hat

If it's very cold outside and you want to look stylish and fashionable, wear a scarf over your hat. It’s better to go with the down option, it’s very thin, soft, and pliable. Choose a large scarf for this purpose, otherwise you will not be able to tie it on top of the hat.

Put on a hat, and cover it with a scarf on top, bring its ends back - make a knot at the back of your head. You can do it differently: throw a scarf over your hat and tie it around your neck. Your image of a noblewoman is ready. If you like retro style, choose this option.

To create an interesting look, use a hat and scarf of different shades - lighter and darker. If one of the accessories is colored, the other should be plain.

What models of women's hats will be in trend in the fall-winter season 2019-2020 - read in a separate review.

Scarf over clothes

We often choose jackets and coats in dark shades and want to add some brightness to them. In these cases, a scarf will help. The easiest way is to use it as a headdress. You can simply throw it over your shoulders, or easily tie it on your chest. Another way: if the length of the scarf allows, you can throw it over your shoulders and pass the ends under the belt at the waist. It looks both beautiful and very stylish.

Coming from the fifties, from Italy, from the strong half of humanity, the Italian knot came to us. We should fold the scarf into a strip (or ribbon, if you prefer), and tie it around the neck in a neat knot, just like we are tying the coat belts. Hide the ends under clothing, leaving only the knot visible.

If your outerwear has a collar, you can use the following method. Fold the scarf so that there is only enough for one turn. Pass it under the collar, straightening it so that nothing sticks out or bulges. Release the ends of the scarf at the front and tie it lightly and loosely.

You can also make a bow under the collar. To do this, leave the scarf long and pass it under the collar. Release the long ends and tie them with a bow. If the length allows, then you can tie several bows, you get a “rose” knot

If you need to cover your chest, provide good insulation, or simply decorate your look, this principle of tying a scarf will work. You've probably seen how cowboys in Westerns wear bandanas? We need to repeat this. We fold the scarf into a triangle, put it on the shoulders with the ends back, if it is long enough, we throw the ends on opposite sides, wrap it around the neck and tie a knot under the cloth. If it's not long enough, just make a knot behind the neck.

Shawl for church: how to tie

According to Orthodox tradition, a woman must cover her head with a scarf when she enters a temple. For different Orthodox holidays it is recommended to wear different scarves. During Lent, give preference to black and dark shades, for the Trinity - green, for Easter - red or white, during regular services you can wear a scarf of a dull, modest shade.

How to tie a scarf when going to church? There are several options:

just throw it over your hair, pull the ends back without tying them;
leave one end of the product down, and place the other behind your back and leave it free;
tie a scarf under your chin or bring its ends back - make a knot at the back of your head.

A church scarf can be made from cotton, linen, silk, lace, guipure and other light fabrics.

The most popular ways to tie a neckerchief

The use of the accessory is not limited to simple tying a knot. A scarf is a universal wardrobe item. It can be folded diagonally, tied at the corners, twisted into a rope, turning it into a flower or an elegant bow. Each option adds personality to the style.

Among the variety of types of wearing headscarves, the most popular are:

cowboy;
square;
French;
tourniquet;
harmonic;
sliding.

Cowboy

The name involuntarily sends you back to the distant past, turning you into a brutal cowboy. But in fact, modern fashion focuses on extravagance.

“Cowboy” is perfect for clothes without a collar. You can use plain or multi-colored material. Such a detail will not only serve as decoration, but will also fulfill its main function: protection in bad weather.

How to tie a scarf around your neck?

Take a light, large or medium-sized headdress.
Fold diagonally.
Draw the ends around the neck.
Tie two small knots in front.

The ends can be hidden under the bottom of the shawl or left on top.

Square

A revealing blouse or collared shirt requires a square scarf to be tied in front. It will bring neatness and efficiency into the style. The instructions are as follows.

We fold the garment into a long wide strip.
We wrap the neck so that the edges of the fabric are in front.
Leave the right corner longer.
Make a loop by placing the right edge over the left.
He must squeeze into it.
We hide the corners of the canvas under the lower part.

French

The easiest to use is the French knot, which is usually worn on the side. Perfect with tops and blouses. It will highlight your preference and image. Lightweight small accessory needed:

fold into a long strip;
wrap around the neck and tie with a regular knot.

Tourniquet

There are several techniques for tying a scarf with a tourniquet. Fashionable are “Ring” and “Triple”. The perfect decoration will suit any style of clothing. In order to tie a cord in the form of a ring, you must:

roll the scarf into a long strip up to 5 centimeters wide;
lay around the neck, leaving one edge longer;
tie one knot, then wrap both ends around the scarf.

For complete fixation, you can tie it at the back or secure it with a brooch.

A triple tourniquet looks good on swan necks. The layout of this option is as follows.

We fold the canvas into a ribbon.
We twist it into a tight cord.
We wrap the tourniquet around the neck 2-3 times and tie it at the back.

Harmonic

The knot looks appropriate with simple monochromatic outfits. It is used in cases where you need to add a special touch to your image or radically change it, placing new accents. The execution scheme is as follows.

We turn the rectangular product into a wide ribbon.
We lay the resulting strip again so that it resembles an accordion.
All that remains is to tie it in front.
The result is an interesting voluminous bow.

Sliding

Formal shirts and v-neck blouses will look harmonious with shawls tied with a slip knot. The decoration has no age restrictions. The technique resembles a man's tie. To do this you need:

get a long strip of canvas about 10 centimeters wide;
when applied to the neck, one side should be left slightly shorter than the other;
you need to get a loop from two different strips;
insert a long strip into the loop and tighten.

How to tie a scarf beautifully in summer

There are a lot of summer tying options. Thanks to them, a scarf can turn from an ordinary piece of fabric into an attractive, beautiful accessory that complements any look.

It will protect your hair from the scorching sun and ultraviolet rays, goes well with sunglasses and summer clothing, it can be complemented with a decorative pin and brooch, and long earrings.

For summer, scarves made of cotton, chiffon, silk, lace, and guipure are suitable. They are easy to drape and have a beautiful, stylish look. Thanks to the light, flowing fabric, such accessories can be easily tied using a variety of techniques.

For outerwear

You can tie a beautiful scarf around your neck even over warm sweaters, coats, and fur coats. This is especially true during the cold season. For example, a universal method is “cowboy”. But only a square product is suitable for it. For rectangular and long ones there is a better option.

Need to:

Throw a warm cloth over your shoulders. In this case, its ends should be the same length.
Wrap the right end around the neck on the left side. The left is the opposite.
Lightly pull the loop formed in the process to the bottom.
Take the right end of the product and thread it through the clamp to the left. Repeat with the left one in the opposite direction.

At the very end, you need to straighten the structure, carefully laying it on top of your raincoat or jacket. If you plan to tie a scarf over your clothes, it is important to choose the right model.

The table will help you do this:

Features of the scarf	Which option to choose
Color	A monochromatic accessory and outerwear is acceptable, but it is better that the color of the latter clearly matches the shade of some pattern or design on the scarf.
Material	In combination with heavy warm coats, light flowing products are instantly lost, so it is better to stick to dense natural stoles.
Models	Small scarves are absolutely not combined with outerwear, and a scarf-collar is also “dangerous”. He is able to shorten the neck and make the shoulders visually wider.

Tying a scarf the peasant way

This is the simplest and most favorite method of tying a scarf beautifully. This is how our grandmothers once tied it. But fashion is coming back, and young girls are happy to wear it this way.

Fold the product in half - in the form of a triangle. We throw it over the head - the hairstyle should be completely hidden under the scarf. We bring the ends back and tie them at the back of the head. They can be either under the fabric or on top of it.

Hollywood scarf: favorite option of celebrities

They began to use this technique of decorating scarves in America back in the last century - in the 60-70s. The main additional element of such a look is necessarily sunglasses that match the color of the scarf.

This design method is similar to the one described above - peasant. The scarf is folded into a triangular scarf and draped over the head. The bangs should be free and should not be hidden under fabric. Under the chin, the ends of the product are crossed and brought back, where they are tied in a neat knot.

You can give the product a beautiful shape using invisible pins, simple pins, stylish clips and brooches. They will also help to securely fix the scarf on your head.

Ways to tie a large triangular scarf

It is not necessary to use a triangular-shaped headdress; a square one, folded diagonally, will work just fine. How to beautifully tie a scarf around your neck? The most original ways:

sports;
double scarf.

Sports

A scarf can be casually and easily thrown onto any comfortable shoulder and looks free.

Scheme:

a large angle is thrown onto either shoulder;
The corners are tied on the other shoulder or at the back.

Double scarf

An interesting option for wearing a neck decoration, unusual and extraordinary. You will need two triangular scarves of different colors.

The tying pattern is as follows.

We place one triangle on top of another.
Place the wide part over your back.
In front we tie the corners with a double knot.

The larger and longer the scarf, the easier it is to experiment with it. Fantasize and get new images.

We tie a scarf on our heads in gypsy style

For this purpose, take a bright, colorful scarf fabric that flows beautifully. It should be large. Fold your scarf into a triangle, position it so that its middle is along the midline of your forehead. After this, bring the ends of the product to the right or left side, pull them towards each other and tie, do not leave them loose. Form them into a bow, rose or knot.

A scarf tied in this style is a creative idea for a summer weekend on the beach or for evening walks with friends. The spectacular look will be complemented by sunglasses and long gypsy earrings.

Tying a scarf into a bandana

There are several options for tying an accessory in this style. It is suitable not only for women, but also for men. The bandana looks beautiful with summer sundresses and dresses, with a T-shirt with breeches and with a leather jacket.

We recommend the following methods for tying a bandana:

classic - take a scarf, place it on your forehead and bring the ends back, where you tie a knot from them. We hide the ends in fabric or straighten them beautifully at the back - the latter option is suitable for women;
We apply the triangle with its base to the back of the head, and pull the ends forward, tying them in front - on the forehead. We hide them in fabric or tie them in a bow;
bandana for hippies - fold the scarf into a headband, apply it to the forehead, tie it at the back of the head under the hair;
the pirate method - we tie a fabric folded in the shape of a triangle scarf on the head so that its ends are on the side. We decorate them in the form of a knot or bow.

What exactly to tie

Fashion moves rapidly, and we don’t always keep up with it, so there is a great way to always stay on trend - your wardrobe should consist of mostly classic items and accessories. and only a small part is devoted to seasonal trends. What should always be on hand: plain scarves, scarves and stoles - light, dark, a couple of bright ones; gas products with a translucent texture; original silk and satin scarves of different colors and sizes; warm stoles, scarves and shawls for cold weather; functional scarves and headbands, scarves and butterflies.

What's fashionable this year:

scarves-ties;
bows on the neck;
shiny scarves;
small neckerchiefs;
scarves with unique prints;
velvet products with embroidery;
any non-standard handmade products (for example, boho scarves).

How to do it right

Let's move on to practice - how to tie a scarf around your neck so that it is comfortable and beautiful? There are different ways to tie scarves, and today I will tell you about several of the most popular ones - it is absolutely always fashionable to wear scarves this way.

Shawl with bow

Create a flirty look with a spectacularly tied scarf, which can be made into a bow on the front or side. It will suit different looks - for a romantic outfit, an evening dress, a beach suit. A silk accessory should match the color of the clothing or be a contrasting color with it.

The bow is very easy to tie. Having styled your hair beautifully, fold the scarf fabric into a headband. Attach the resulting strip to your head, turn the ends of the product so that they are on the side or front, tie it in a beautiful bow, and straighten it.

A little history

Neckerchiefs began to be worn in the 17th century, when the French king Louis XIII noticed this stylish accessory from Croatian soldiers and adopted it. Subsequently, the headscarf became a symbol of noble origin. Over time, women took over the baton and became the main owners of this unique detail.

In the 21st century, attire is popular with everyone, even men. The variety of materials, colors and ways of wearing has no limits.

Modern designers consider the product as a complex accessory. It is worn on the shoulders, neck, head, wrist as a bracelet or instead of a top. You can add a fashionable accent with a scarf by tying it to a bag, hat, or belt. Your everyday outfit will be noticeably transformed.

How to tie a scarf in a figure eight

An original technique for decorating an accessory for the summer and off-season. You can wear it with outerwear - a raincoat, jacket, coat, and with an elegant dress or sundress.

Chiffon, silk, satin or crepe de Chine - these materials are good for scarves that will make a beautiful figure eight. To tie it, you need to roll the fabric into a thin strip, and attach the center of the resulting headband to the back of your head. The ends of the product should be brought forward, twisted crosswise in the forehead area, and then pulled to the back of the head, hidden behind the hair and tied.

Shawl in the form of a turban

A fashion trend in oriental style can be chosen by both a young lady and an older lady. This scarf will be the highlight of an evening outfit, a romantic or everyday look. European designers include clothing models in their shows, complemented by such an accessory.

How it's done:

throw the fabric of your choice over your head;
take the remains of the product back, cross them there;
bring the material forward and cross it on your forehead;
make another figure-eight turn around your head;
place the fabric on both sides of the head - left and right;
pull it back and tie it at the back of your head;
The ends of the scarf can be hidden under the fabric as you wish.

The turban is designed in a similar way . It is also recommended to decorate it in a romantic style. Fold the fabric to the width you need, throw it over your head, bring it to the side and tie a knot at your temple. Twist the remaining ends of the fabric beautifully into a spiral shape. Form a beautiful flower out of a spiral and secure it with bobby pins.

Choose any method of tying a scarf that suits the style of your clothing and the created image. Consider the time of year and where you are going. A beautifully tied scarf on the head is always relevant. It remains in trend, only the methods of tying the accessory are slightly modified.

What to do if the scarf is small?

Girls often cannot find a use for a small scarf, so it remains hanging in the closet or, even worse, on the store counter. But in fact, if you know how to tie such a product, it will perfectly emphasize the girl’s youth, give freshness to her face and playfulness to her image.

If you know how to tie such a product, it will perfectly emphasize the girl’s youth, give her face freshness and playfulness to her image.

A small black scarf is an interesting alternative to the popular choker

The “Scout Tie” will help add audacity to your look. It’s easy to create with a beautiful accessory such as a brooch or ring.

The fastest and easiest way to tie a small scarf is “Bow”:

the product is rolled along its axis into a rectangle;
the resulting strip is placed on the neck below the back of the head;
the ends are tied at the front in the shape of a neat, cute bow.

Using a small square scarf, you can add extravagance or romanticism to your look if you use a knot called “Flower”:

carefully straighten the scarf on a flat surface;
pull opposite corners to the middle of the fabric and tie with a regular knot to form a loop;
The loose corners are pulled through the resulting loop, after which the scarf is placed around the neck in an elegant knot.

The “Scout Tie” will help add audacity to your look. It is easy to create with the help of a beautiful accessory such as a brooch or ring. If there are no available means, a regular knot will do. The workpiece should be placed on the neck so that the ends fall onto the shoulders in front. Then the scarf or light scarf is connected at the ends with an elastic band, pin, or other decoration. This uniform is reminiscent of Soviet pioneers or American scouts. If you choose an original scarf print, you will get a stylish wardrobe item.

A silk scarf is also suitable for casual style