Eight Stylish Ways to Style a Scarf

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Today I am joining my pal Jennifer for our monthly Fashion Over 50 Edit.  This month we are tackling scarves.  After my post, My Favorite Ways to Style a Shawl, many of you asked for a scarf styling post.  So here it is Eight Stylish Ways to Style a Scarf. I hope you will find a favorite!

the monthly fashion edit with Cindy & Jennifer

EIGHT STYLISH WAYS TO STYLE A SCARF

I thought it would be most helpful if I wore the same outfit (sweater from J Jill which is on sale by the way) so that you could see which scarf style suits you best. I am styling a rectangular scarf (because I think they are the most versatile).  It is an old scarf from Echo, but I have linked one below the post that is in the same colorway but even better. Sorry, it was so windy out during photos (messy hair). I am wearing my comfy velvet birdies, j jill leggings, and earrings, and (similar bracelets)from Etsy.

Eight Stylish Ways to Style a Scarf

One of my favorites is belted at the waist.  As I have stated before, it is the only small thing on my body so naturally I like this style.  I also think the scarf can foil for an expensive jacket.

cindy hattersley in belted scarf

This is a version I don’t wear enough, I don’t know why.  Basically, you just throw one end over the shoulder.  You can pin it in place if you are concerned about it falling down.

cindy hattersley with draped scarf

This is another version I forget about that can also be very slimming even if you don’t have a small waist.  It creates the illusion of a smaller waist. This style looks better with a crew neck or turtleneck ideally but I wanted to use the same outfit for simplicity’s sake.

n cindy hattersley in scarf tied asymmetricall

I literally never personally wear this version but I see it often on others and it is more flattering.  Fold the scarf in half lengthwise and tie behind the neck.  Super simple.

cindy hattersley in scarf folded and tied

I wear this version quite often.  It is what I call the double loop.  Instyle has a great tutorial on scarves here.  It is a quick visual without having to go watch a lengthy Youtube video.

cindy hattersley in double looped scarf

I like this knotted version if you are wearing a jacket and you just want to add a little bit of pattern and or color.

cindy hattersley in knotted scarf

I wear this version a lot too.  Make sure you have a lightweight scarf for this one or you will look like the pillsbury doughboy.  Trust me I have done it before.

cindy hattersley in scarf tied at neck

Lastly the simple over one shoulder look.  This is another look that can be worn with a sweater for just a splash of pattern or color.

cindy hattersley in long scarf OVER THE SHOULDER

GET THE LOOK

There you have my Eight Stylish Ways to Style a Scarf.  Let’s visit Jennifer and see what she has for us.  She can wear headscarves and look beautiful, so I bet she will show you how to do that.

 

A WELL-STYLED LIFE

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36 Comments

  1. Hi Cindy,
    I was not clear in my communication. I was asking after “Get The Look” the first scarf
    what store is that from.
    I so enjoyed your post and the varied ways you styled the scarves.

  2. Cindy, I really enjoyed this post! Can you share the lipstick you were wearing? It looks great with the colors you are wearing.

    1. Hi Katherine

      If you are speaking of the one I am wearing, it is several years old. I have no idea where I purchased it. I believe it was an echo scarf but it isn’t available from their site or on Ebay. That’s why I selected alternatives.

  5. Cindy, such great looks! I’m curious about the belted look, particularly the view from the back. Is the scarf large enough that it reaches down your back far enough to be tucked into the belt? Or is it belted only in front and on the sides? I hope that makes sense!

    1. Hi Sarah

      Now that is a good question, I don’t tuck it into the belt although you could. It does reach the belt if that helps.

  6. Dear Cindy, Just love all those ways to wear a scarf!! Living in Florida does not “allow” us to wear scarfs for another couple of months when it cools down…our lows are in the mid 70s with high humidity!! Thanks fo the great ideas and suggestions!!
    Jan

    1. We are heading to Florida in a week since we had to cancel our Hawaiian trip. We will find out first hand about the heat and humidity!

    1. Hi Sylvie

      So glad you liked it! I wore that outfit on the plane going and coming from Indiana. It was super comfortable. It is definitely a keeper!

  9. The other day, a neighbor brought over a big bag of green beans from his garden. I tried to be happy but I don’t love green beans. I used the gremolata recipe, WOW, so good!!! We all loved it, even though I forgot almonds or pine nuts.

    1. Hi Nancy

      My sister (who was a wonderful cook) shared that recipe years ago. I always use it. It is definitely my family’s favorite. I am so glad you are now a green bean convert!!

  11. Curious if you’re wearing a petite or regular size in the sweater. I’m 5’3” and never know which to order! Thought it would be a nice option going into fall here in Texas where our heat lasts forever!

    1. Hi Susan

      It is a regular small and I probably could have worn the medium too. I find J Jill to run large sometimes but this one was true to size. i think you will like that sweater. It washes beautifully too if you air dry it.

  13. I LOVE wearing scarves and probably have too many. I live in Michigan, so in late fall and winter, it’s almost a necessity. I love all of these versions. My question is…is the belted scarf the same one (size) that you have wrapped tighter around your neck? It just looks like the belted would be too large to also be around your neck.

    2. Hi Judy

      Yes, they are all the same scarf. I believe the scarf is acrylic. I really like the lightweight scarves. I find them to be much more versatile.

    1. Hi Nanette

      I was editing in two different places and the link disappeared. It is fixed now. See Get the Look

  16. Am sure it’s right in front of me, but I don’t see the link for the scarf. Am ready to try out these new looks 🙂

  17. Cindy,
    You look great. I am so ready for autumn. I love the scarf belted at the waist. It truly looks like a jacket and it looks so pretty with the mustard gold sweater. I’ll be saving this post for inspiration for scarves.
    xo,
    Karen

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