Scarves: The Underrated Winter Accessory

There are two main reasons why you should be wearing a scarf. The first being the most obvious, they’re warm. It’s a great layer of warmth for your neck, especially in places where it’s windy. I’m going to assume you don’t wear a turtleneck everyday, and even coats, when zipped all the way up, don’t fully protect and cover your neck. A scarf fills that gap nicely.

Second reason you should wear a scarf is because they’re stylish as hell. There’s a good chance that our winter coat is black, brown, or some other solid color. Same with your hat. What a scarf can add is pattern, texture, bold color, and another layer. All of those things are good when it generally comes to the dull colors of winter. A scarf will act as the center piece of your outerwear.

There are three typical scarves you’ll find: a thin lighter-weight scarf, a chunky scarf, and an infinity/loop scarf (all pictured below).

There are tons of ways to tie scarves, and some knots work better than others depending on the type of scarf you’re wearing. Here are 3 ways to wear a scarf that are simple and look great.

1.) The Drape

This is by far the easiest. You throw it around your neck and let it just hang to both sides of your chest. That’s it. This might not be the warmest option, but it looks great and requires no effort.

Looks best with: Shorter and thinner scarves

2.) The Once Around

This part is the most fun. I won’t do a deep dive into the fabrics, because others have done that work. After you determine the type of scarf you want, just take cues from your outerwear (not your outfit). Choose a color/pattern that compliments your coat and hat. Don’t be afraid to be bold and choose something that stands out.

Also, like most other style items, don’t feel the need to only own one. I have over 5 scarves that I switch between on a regular basis. They’re inexpensive enough for you to have a small collection. So have fun with them.