5 Ways To Style A Classic Silk Scarf This Summer

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While you may like the classic look of a patterned scarf knotted around your neck and styled with a simple white blouse, the humble silk scarf also has endless accessorizing potential! From holding back your messy beach waves in a headband to topping off your Summer 2015 fedora, here are five ways to make a bold fashion statement by adding a simple scarf.

1) As a headwrap or turban: If you’re struggling with a terrible hair day and wish to hide your frizz, a colourful silk square just may come to the rescue. Fold your scarf into a rectangle and tie it around your forehead for a boho chic look, or style it into a 1970s inspired turban to embrace the retro trend.

2) As an accessorizing touch on a handbag: If that light brown leather satchel is just a touch too plain, add a loosely flowing scarf to one handle. Whether you tie it into a large, girlish bow or weave it around the handle itself, your purse will officially stand out in any crowd this season. Look for a scarf in a soft contrasting colour for a bright blue or orange bag, or bring a neutral purse to life with abstract prints and warm colours.

3) Worn as a waist-foremost belt: Whether you want to showcase your trim waist in a little black sheath dress or add some definition to a loose maxi dress, a scarf is a summer-ready alternative to a restricting leather belt. Tie a floral print scarf around the waistband of your white shorts, or knot a rainbow number around your white shirtdress.

4) Styled as playful arm candy around your wrist: The look of a silk scarf folded into an intricate little belt is a chic, ladylike trend this season. Make a fuss-free summer by fastening a pretty scarf on your wrist as a bracelet, and leaving the armful of jingling silver bangles at home for a exchange.

5) Tied above the brim of a fedora as a hatband: A wide-brimmed fedora can hear an instant upgrade with a trailing silk scarf used as a hatband. After all, why not add feminine detail to a menswear inspired topper? Make the illusion of a brand new hat, by simply switching scarves to keep your belt statement looking original and colourful!

Original article: 5 Ways To Style A Classic Silk Scarf This Summer