How to Fashionably Wear a Scarf

There are different ways to fashionably tie a scarf. Examples of which are the ascot wrap, faux bow, French twist, hacking knot and the fake knot.

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Scarves are now being used as a fashion accessory. They are so versatile that they can be worn in any season, occasion, or in any outfit. Be it for casual or professional attire. Scarves are good enhancers of your looks and your outfit. There are just so many ways to tie your scarf to match your outfit. Examples are given below.

♥Ascot wrap

The ascot wrap is like wearing a tie, but, with the use of a scarf. It is an excellent way to embellish formal attires like collared shirts or blouses. In order to do this, you just wear your scarf around your neck, like a tie, making sure that the right end is shorter than the left. Take the left end of the scarf over the right. Push the left end through the loop below the neck so that the left end comes over the top. Spread the scarf neatly then open a few of your shirt or blouse’s top buttons. Tuck the ends of the scarf under the shirt exposing only the top spread out part of the scarf.

♥Faux bow

A faux bow scarf is great for open necklines. An oblong neck scarf is what you will need. First, tie a loose knot on your scarf and put the knot just below your chin. Cross the ends of the scarf behind your neck and then bring the ends again to the front. Insert the ends of the scarf on the loose knot, making sure that they are in opposite directions. Finally, tighten the ends comfortably.

♥French twist

The French twist is perfect for jackets or suits. This is what you will do. First, you have to fold your scarf lengthwise. Put it around your neck and drop the ends in front of you. Now, wrap and cross the ends around your neck and pull them to the front. Make a knot and turn it to one side.

♥Hacking knot

The hacking knot is a simple way to wear your scarf that is great on both casual and formal attires. All you have to do is fold your scarf in half (lengthwise) and wear it around your neck. Twist the ends and make a tight knot below your chin then just leave the ends hang loose. You also can twist the knot so that it will stay on one side.

♥Fake knot

A fake knot is great for casual or semi-formal attires. First, wear the scarf around your neck and bring all the ends to the front. Make a loose knot on the right end of the scarf then insert the left end into the loose knot. Pull the left end of the scarf and balance the lengths of the ends. Adjust the knot by tightening it a bit.

There are still more ways to tie your scarf. Just experiment and make a new style of your own.

How to wear Scarf for that Fabulous Look: Let the Photos Speak

I had been blogging a lot about scarves giving tips on how to wear scarf for that fashionable look or ways to wrap your scarf for that casual look. I spoke in words. So this time, through the courtesy of glossyart, I would let images speak in behalf of me.

♥Simple knot

♥Quick Toss/Classic Style

♥Reversed girl scout knot or free fall/go square

♥Chic and Stylish or Scarf as a garment

♥Scarf as a Head Gear

5 Basic Qualities to Look for in Getting the Best Cashmere Scarf

In buying the best cashmere scarf, look for one that has very soft texture, great color, and with just the right size and weight you need. It must be priced reasonably with the style you are looking for. Lastly, when purchasing a cashmere scarf, check for care guide or support service on how to wash and store it.

Everyone wants to own a cashmere scarf because of its warmth, comfort, and elegance. When purchasing one, here are things you need to consider in order to get the best one:

♥Look for a soft-textured cashmere scarf
Cashmere is known for its soft texture. Find one that has very soft and fine to give you the greatest comfort apart from the warmth it gives.

♥Check its color
Pure cashmere has rich, vibrant colors perfect to accessorize your get up. Look for one that is colored great on both sides so that no matter how you put it on, it will look just perfectly great. If you are getting a cashmere scarf for a particular set of clothes, choose a color that complements your outfit.

♥Make sure the size and weight are just right
To make it look best on you, look for a cashmere scarf that has the right size you need. It’s length must be just the one you need to wrap around your neck and give it a little style. Choose also the width you prefer, whether you want it folded in half or not. The weight of your scarf must be just right not to give you additional bulk.

♥Consider the style and price
Cashmere scarves for women have different styles. There are plain, ruffled, knitted, and twisted styles from among others. These styles, aside from the brand, dictates the price of your cashmere scarf. When you have chosen a particular style, canvass its price and compare from different shops. Check on customer reviews and feedback to give you ideas on the quality of the scarf you plan to buy and the credibility of the shop you will buy from.

♥Check for available guides
Aside from the scarf itself, it is of great value to find one with guide on how to care for your shawl in order to keep its quality over time. There are also specialty shops who offer online support on how to care for your cashmere products or guarantee you the quality of their items.
Whether you decide to give your friend or prize yourself with a cashmere shawl scarf, it is important to choose the best one. You deserve an elegant and quality outfit. You simply deserve the best.

3 Ways to Wear Short Scarf for a More Fashionable Look

To have a fashionable look with a short scarf you can wear it as a head wear, as a garment, and as an accessory.

Scarves are fashionable trend statements. They have become functional trends for both men and women. Scarves are the most versatile accessories that come with different styles and fabrics. Short scarves are as popular as the other types of scarves. Short scarves are either within 14 to 16 inches or are below six feet. To accentuate your look with a short scarf it can be worn in three different fashionable ways.

♥Short scarf as a head wear

Traditionally, scarves used as head wear began with a cultural purpose. Religion has also indicated the various significance of wearing scarves as bandannas. Along the years this cultural and religious practice of wearing bandannas has been incorporated as a fashion statement. It has gained popularity most especially by women. Short scarves fit well with designs such as turban, gypsy wrap, and head bands. Always begin with a triangle and wrap it around your head when using short scarves as head wear. You could either fully keep your hair with the short scarf or pleat the folded scarf to place across the the front part of the head. Then secure to tie a knot and tuck it at the back or at the side of your head.

♥Short scarf as a garment

Another versatile function of this kind of scarf, is that it can also complement your look as an additional garment. It is most popular as an accent in swim suits, tube tops, and shoulder wraps. Short scarves are folded into a triangle by folding it diagonally. It is then adjusted to the preferred look that covers any bare skin. The scarves light and soft fabric texture makes it feel comfortable. This kind of scarf accent is an effective alternative for people who are uncomfortable baring too much skin when in a swimming suit. It can also work as a tube top. Fold the scarf length wise and pleat it for additional design to wrap around your bust line. It is best paired with short jeans for a trendy look. It can also be worn as a shoulder wrap for sleeveless tops.

♥Short scarf as an accessory

Using the scarf as an accessory is the most prominent function of a scarf as a fashion statement. It can be worn as a side-knotted or traditional belt. You can fold the scarf lengthwise and wrap it around your waist as a belt. It can also be folded as a neck wrap or as a tie. Neck wrap can be worn by folding the scarf in half and placing the middle at your neck to create a loop. Loop it around your neck to the design that you want. You could also hang the full length of the scarf around your neck and let the sides hang. The hanging side could be knotted into different styles that suites your look.

A short scarf can also be tied around a ponytail which gives a fresh and youthful look. It is the most versatile garment that could function to just about anything and could be worn anyway you want. It is a perfect medium of showing your sense of style and fashion to the world.

Shop this Look

When you bare both shoulders and legs, wear a scarf

I believe that in making a statement, baring shoulders and legs should come one at a time. But should you feel like wearing some spaghetti straps and denim shorts at the same time, do wear a scarf. The result is elegant.

photos by glossyart

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Reuse a green dress for a green environment?

I will go a little bit off topic guys but yesterday was my boyfriend's birthday. I want to wish him again a HaPpY BiRtHdaY!

This green dress is one of my favorites. The cloth seems to be a kind of thai silk. It drapes down freely and chooses to cling on the best curves. Needless to say, it has a well-defined sexy cut.

Two years later [that was yesterday, Saturday] I found myself in the same dress but with a different shawl and different shoes. Additionally, with no make up.

Thanks to Eunice for the photos.

Thus my title, Is reusing a green dress for a green environment? I am a living testament for reusing of whatever things that I have; most especially for fashion.

So which shoes and shawl do you think fits well?

P.S. The shoes are actually dark green but they looked like black.

go leggy with scarves

If you want to wear denim shorts and still want to look elegant, put on a trendy scarf. A scarf will not only give you a trendy look, it will also accentuate your legs.