Dear Mrs.Curry,
A scarf is the perfect accessory for cooler days. Not only are they a warm alternative to a necklace, they look great too! There are many different ways to tie a scarf, so I am going to address the 4 most popular ways to wear one step-by-step.
1.) The Knot- This style is a popular ‘preppy’ way to tie your scarf. Bring the ends of your scarf together, folding it in half. Drape the folded scarf around the back of your neck and let each end hang in front. Find the loop of the fold and pull the other end through it.
2.) The Bandanna- Probably the most common style seen, The Bandanna is reminiscent of the Old West and early 1900s bank robberies. To pull this style off you need a square scarf. To be sure, open up the scarf all the way to make sure it is in the shape of a square. Simply fold the square in half to form a triangle. Stretch the triangle in front of your neck (upside down, with the triangle pointing downward). Then wrap the ends around the back of your neck and let each end hang in front.
3.) The Circle- My personal favorite, The Circle scarf looks chic AND warm. To wear this style, make sure you purchase a circle scarf. A circle scarf is a scarf that is connected at both ends so that you can wrap it around your neck to create an effortless, go-to look perfect for enhancing everyday outfits. To wear this style, simply wrap the scarf around and around your neck until you get the desired look. Think of using an elastic to tie a ponytail.
4.) The Grab-and-Go- The Grab-and-Go is probably the cutest way to incorporate a scarf into one’s outfit. Vintage or Thrift shops usually have neat scarves that are perfect for tying onto the side of a purse or bag. They’re inexpensive, and add sophistication. All you need to know is how to tie a knot, and voila! You have now successfully added personality and pizzazz to your outfit.
“When choosing formal wear, what colors are best?”
-Senior Hunter Hartman
Dear Hunter,
Men’s formal wear can be tricky, but I have a few helpful tips for you. Make sure that your clothes are fitted correctly, a baggy suit or tux could make you seem sloppy or unorganized. Also you should make sure your socks match, and your belt and shoes should match as well for a classy look. Shoes should always be in the best condition possible. Pants should hit right at the ankle, and your socks should never be visible when sitting down. You should be able to sit or cross your legs comfortably while still looking like you have proper fitting attire. If you need someone to help tie your tie, a good friend or family member is great to have around for extra help. A tie is too small if it stops in the middle of your abdomen. YouTube videos are also extremely helpful if you are not sure on how to tie a tie. As far as colors for formal wear go, limit yourself to wearing no more than three colors at a time. The colors in your outfit should be complementary or analogous. Complimentary colors opposite each other on the color wheel. Analogous colors are the colors adjacent to each other. Color wheels can easily be found on the internet. Hopefully that helped!
I am so glad you asked how to wear transform your summer looks into fall and winter looks! It’s a great question that I am sure people other than just you are curious about. If you wore boots with bohemian or baby-doll dresses this summer, those would be an obvious pieces to tie into your winter wardrobe. Scarves and tank tops, believe it or not, are also a great choice. To make your tank tops transfer, think layers. If there is one thing you get from this answer it is that! Layering is key, especially with scarves and other accessories as big as they are for this season. Cover up with fly-away sweaters, cardigans, denim, or leather jackets. Wear your favorite plaid or oxford shirt under a hood-less sweatshirt for a comfy-chic look. Add statement jewelry and a messy up-do so that you do not come across as over-thinking your outfit. For extra warmth, wear leggings under jeans, or socks with heeled booties. You can still wear your favorite summer dresses by adding tights and a cute t-shirt underneath. Military style is really big right now as well, so I would invest in what I call “band” jackets that look great over a roomy-tank and worn with your best skinnies. Personally, I love blazers right now too, so before it gets too cold you could try a neutral blazer with denim shorts and some comfy gladiator sandals. I hope this helped, and keep reading ‘Couture in the country’ in the FCHS Bagpiper for more style questions answered!
Thank you for reading,
Alexandra
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