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They’re the accessory du jour, with Burberry, Ralph Lauren and Ferragamo all championing them in their SS26 catwalk shows.
Wondering how best to wear? Allow fashion editor Hannah Skelley to demonstrate the dos and don’ts.
ON A PONYTAIL
Scarf, £100, longchamp.com. Blazer, £265, jigsaw-online.com
Cover a plain hair tie by looping a scarf around your ponytail. Drape the ends (don’t bow!) for a tidier finish.
AT THE NECK
Scarf, £95, libertylondon.com. Trench, £69, riverisland.com. Shirt (worn throughout), £40, gap.co.uk.
Wrap around your neck multiple times, leaving just enough material free for a small knot at the side.
ON YOUR BAG
Scarf, £65, fenellasmith.com. Bag, £69, nobodyschild.com. Jeans (worn throughout), £99, mintvelvet.com
Roll loosely and knot on your bag strap, letting the ends drape down.
AS A TIE
Scarf, £125, rixolondon.com. Jacket, £139, nobodyschild.com
Keeping both ends roughly even in length, tie your scarf as if you were securing a man’s tie.
BELTED
Scarf, £8.99, newlook.com. Trench, £69, riverisland.com
Replace the fabric belt on your coat with a scarf. Knot lightly at the back to keep it secure.
COWBOY-STYLE
Scarf, £20, oliverbonas.com. Jacket, £75, Levi’s, very.co.uk
Fold in half diagonally and knot at the back of your neck.
TIE-SIDE
Scarf, £75, Idle Kings
Add a pop of colour by tying to the side of your belt loops. This also helps tighten a baggy waistband if you’re caught without a belt.
And how NOT to wear…
TIED UNDER THE CHIN
While an iconic look for Queen Elizabeth II, it can be a harsh look against your face and quickly dates an outfit.
OVERSIZED BOWS
Too much extra material tied around your neck adds bulk. Opt for thinner scarves if tying around your neck.
SHOULDER DRAPED
It feels messy and looks like you’ve grabbed a blanket to wrap around your shoulders.
words and styling: jessica carroll. photos: Christopher Fenner.
Hair and make-up: Danielle Van Cuyck using Lisa Eldridge make-up and Maria Nila hair