The Square Scarf - An Essential In A Ladies Wardrobe

Author: Michell Sue

A scarf is the ultimate accessory to brighten up any outfit. It can be worn in literally 100's of different styles in order to get the look you are going for. There are so many shapes you can choose from and all are fitting for different purposes. Perhaps one of the most versatile scarves is the square scarf, it is perhaps the most useful since it can be used as a square or folded to the used like a rectangle scarf. This double ability means it is the most versatile.

First of all double the square in half so the corners meet to form a triangle, secondly obtain the ends of the scarf around your neck ensure that the point is at the centre at the face, and finally bind the ends of the scarf at the back. You must desire to make certain there is a double tie to make sure the scarf stay in rest. Previous season the famous means to wear a square scarf was around the neck with the triangle point at the face centre. This style is named as a muffler, entirely changes the appearance of a simple top. You require deciding also a simple top to match a designed scarf or a designed scarf to match a simple top but don't over do it as it won't co-ordinate.

Another great look that can only be pulled off with a square scarf is using it as a head covering. This is great in the summer to take the sun off your face, or for those classy convertible passengers who just want to keep their hair out of there eyes. Simply take your scarf, fold in half, place the long diagonal over your head with the point at the back and tie the ends under your cheek. If you want to be more secure you can fasten each side under your chin with a safely pin. This look definitely oozes sophistication and elegance.

In the evening when a scarf draws in your neck it begins to cool down your neck square around your shoulders and secure it at the font to form a cloak. If you will choose a bandana style in the extended summer hot months then in its place of tying the ends under your chin take them at the back your neck in this way you can cover your head and also seems cool. This just adds that little bit extra soothe ness in the evening. In fact for those that don't like to show their upper arms this look can also be used with an evening dress to make a stylish covering. It is so easy to find a stylish square scarf to match your outfit than a bolero.

Out of all the types of scarves, the square scarf is the most versatile. As well as folding to be used in all the styles a rectangular scarf can be used, there are also certain styles unique to the square variety making it an essential in a ladies wardrobe.

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Writing on Corporate Gifts is like a passion for Sue Mitchell, being the editorial manager at aclickahead, she has got immense opportunities to write on a variety of topics including scarf

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Resident Scarf Expert

Last week after I accessorized with a sash as hair scarf, a reader asked how I got the scarf to stay in my hair. Therefore, I've decided to blog about neck and hair scarves, combining the two, and how you tie one so it doesn't slip out of your hair.

1. From Left to Right, in Order of Acquisition:
A. Lime Silk - Las Vegas Boutique
B. & C. Pashminas (cranberry & light blue) - London Street Vendor
D. chenille & ribbon stripes - Gifted/Made by friend
E. Striped yellow, green, and orange - Santiago Street Vendor
F. Aqua faux silk - H & M
G. Pink French Dot cotton - Gap
H. Light green wool - H & M
I. Cable knit wool - Gap (gifted)
J. Maroon multi-colored ruffle silk - Boutique

These are all of my scarves minus K., a black ruffled one from H & M that I left at a bar in Baltimore in October but a family member fortunately picked up for me (the scarf and I will be reunited over Christmas).

2. Doubling Up
Scarves A & C.
Sweater - Moth/Anthro
Cami - Eloise/Anthro (remixed)
Trousers - Talbots

On any given day, it is likely that I'm wearing earrings and a scarf around my neck. Most of the year, between the breeze, the actual cold, or air conditioning, I'm cold. Keeping the neck covered, obviously, keeps one warmer. Neck scarves are both a beloved accessory and a functional necessity for me. SME sometimes teases me that my superstitious Mediterranean-ness is showing: Romans (meaning those who live in and around Rome) cover their necks and keep the windows closed to protect the liver. Yes, you read that right. Say, you're in a classroom and it's 65 degrees outside, a bit stuffy inside, and the windows are open: Chances are a Roman will close the window, mutter about the breeze and "the liver." We'll get to the Evil Eye later...

3. Those worn mostly on the head, In order of Acquisition
L. Pink/Black Floral Think Silk (square) - Mommed
M. Black burnout floral polyester - New York & Co.?
N. Green floral silk - Tie Rack (now defunct)
O. Blue paisley - Tie Rack (now defunct)
P. Pink floral silk (square) - Recycle Bin in Friend's Dorm (junior year)
Q. Artist's Palette Silk - Gifted/painted by aunt
R. Navy block color silk - Gifted/Eastern Market, DC
S. Blue and orange rough silk - Gifted/Eastern Market, DC
T. Paisley turquoise cotton (square) - Gifted/Eastern Market, DC
U. Silk cream and black - Sash from Anthro dress
V. Fine cotton green, yellow, pink - Boutique in Salem, Mass., gifted
[Not pictured: Normal paisley white + one color Americana bandanas]

The easiest scarves to tie on the head are N. and U. That is, lightweight or matte silk scarves that is not too wide and can wrap around the head twice.

4. Tying N. [ SFE is aware of the hole in the sweater and doesn't wear outside her flat]

Here's how I tie: Under first, then crisscross, turn head over (this is necessary) and tie a snug double knot underneath. Flip head up and arrange hair from there. If you want to put your hair up, I suggest tying the scarf first and then putting hair up. Scarves L. & T. are the hardest to stay in the hair, as they are squares of thick silk and cotton, respectively. R. & V. are also hard, but as long as they are wrapped snuggly, they will stay in. R. has to be folded length-wise in half.

5. Bringing L. into the Fold

When tying a kerchief/square scarf I've found that how and where you fold to make a smaller triangle is the key. I tend to show the fold rather than hide--it binds the hair better. If I have just washed my hair, wear it wavy, and without Aveda Brilliant Finishing Gloss or Bumble & Bumble Brillantine, scarves stay better than when my hair is straight, glossy, and going on 48 hours without shampoo (like today).

6. V is for Crunchy

In high school, I generally wore thinner scarves twice around my neck, scarves like M, N, O, R, and V, but in college I began to wear this type exclusively on my head almost on a daily basis. And I preferred ones that were thicker and more obvious. Like V [pictured immediately above], and which is actually (like M. and R.) intended to be a neck scarf. Unlike, a simple thin headband scarf (which a commenter said looked Jackie O-ish) the thicker sort can read as granola.

6. H and T in solidarity

I still wore a headscarf a few times a week when I started grad school, but when I began teaching in the second year of my M.A. I think I started to do this less and less. And since I began to work on the Ph.D. at a university where undergrads are more likely to sport Tory Burch flats and an Anthro cardigan than they are Birkenstalks and a paisley bandana (which might be a sign of the times as much as class), the kerchief style has almost completely faded from my repertoire, although I don't feel out of the ordinary if I do wear it. It does, however, get noticed more. Less commentary occurs from a regular headband scarf and neck scarf combo, although this look did earn me the nickname Gypsy from a colleague's husband who likes to give nicknames.

7. Gypsy Hagiographer, J. and M (hard to see against hair)

I am curious, though, about the associations with scarves on the head, especially. As I mentioned before, I find that the kerchief-style, which covers more hair, garners more comments (also see the Dissertating Yogini on this). Do you wear headscarves or kerchiefs? And if you're an educator, do you do so in the classroom?

Giveaway Winners!

I am pleased to announce the winners of our NISI giveaway.  The winner of the terri taupe scarf is Nina of All Tumble Down!  The winner of the Sophia crimson scarf is dcmcmurtry!  I will be contacting you ladies via email shortly to find out how to get you your gorgeous giveaway loot.

You can still join NISI's listserve for a chance to win a $50 giftcard.  Thanks so much to NISI for sponsoring our first giveaway!

Giveaway!

Dear readers, we are thrilled to announce our first giveaway.  NISI has given us two of their fantastic scarves to give away!  The terri taupe scarf or the Sophia crimson scarf could be yours!

(We couldn't resist trying them on ourselves!  It's too bad we can't enter our own giveaway!)

You can enter the giveaway any of the following ways:

1. Be or become a follower of Fashionable Academics.


2. Go to NISI's website and check out their collection.  Tell us which piece you like best in a comment on this post.


3. For an extra chance to win, leave us a second comment on this post, telling us your favorite way to wear scarves.

We will close the giveaway and select two winners at random at 5pm (North American Eastern Standard Time) on Wednesday, December 30th.

There are so many reasons to love NISI, one of which is their connection to Actual Size.  NISI is committed to empowering women, and a portion of all proceeds of NISI's sales go to building schools for young girls in the regions of Kashmir that were hit the hardest by the earthquake in 2005.  According to NISI's founder, "The NISI WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT PROJECT is a two-fold concept. On the one hand, it is a clothing line which addresses the complex needs of the modern Muslim woman while allowing her to dress modestly. On the other hand, it is an effort to fund various education and empowerment programs for Muslim women worldwide through the sale of this clothing."

Want yet another reason to love NISI?  If you join their listserve between now and the end of January, you have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate to spend on any of their lovely items!