Monday’s Scarf Lesson
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I promised a while back I’d show you another tie for a large scarf. This one, the “Animal Spirit” stole from L’affaire cashmere is one of my very favorites. It’s super soft, extremely light, and I’ve been wearing it several times a week. Right now, L’affaire cashmere is offering 12% off of all products listed on the website, and gift of a pure silk scarf as well with any purchase. Just use code vd14. This offer is valid until February 10. Shipping is always free, worldwide.
As I’ve mentioned before, I’ve come to believe that wearing scarves and keeping my neck warm in chilly weather helps to ward off illness. But I also have an aversion to anything that feels too bulky or confining around my neck, so have learned several ties that accommodate this preference. While the resulting tie may look like a lot of bulk around the neck, I hardly notice that I’m wearing a scarf at all.
Begin by draping the scarf around the neck with one end quite short. Twisting the scarf a few times as you go (this helps reduce volume) wrap loosely once…
…then twice around the neck.
Both ends will now be short.
Grab one of the loops, and pass one of the ends down through that loop only.
Then grab the other loop, and pass the other end downward through that one.
Adjust as needed.
Et voilà! This will be included in your final exam.
Happy Monday!
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Loving the leopard… such a wonderful scarf… I have one and I wear it the most of any scarf.. and that’s saying something as I adore scarves… xv
vicki, thank you! Don’t you find that leopard is almost a neutral? it’s so versatile!
Oh I’m going to fail, I can barely tie shoelaces. Your hair colour is quite wonderful.
Tabitha, thanks so much! I’ve been worried that I went too red. This scarf tie really is quite easy, and stays put.
Oh I’m going to fail, I can barely tie shoelaces. Your hair colour is quite wonderful.
Thanks for the lesson–as you and others have agreed, the key to warm in winter is a scarf! That particular scarf you’re wearing is fabulous, by the way.
Sam, thanks so much! It really is amazing what a difference a scarf makes.
Thanks more simplifying – I often end up with extra long scarf tails and my neck exposed … this was great ..merci.
High Heeled Life, you’re very welcome. Hope this one works well for you!
Love your scarf! Looks GREAT on you!
Btw, you’re very pretty!!
gracefully50, thanks so much, you’re very kind!
Gorgeous scarf. I think mature women look wonderful wearing a little leopard! Your tutorial is perfect and I’ll check out the website!
leslie
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Leslie, thank you! I’ve been reading a new style book by Lois Joy Johnson called “Wardrobe Wakeup” (more about this soon) and she says that for women of a certain age, leopard is “our” neutral.
Love that tutorial!
I like to keep my neck warm especially in this chilly weather.
Nice new hair colour too Susan!
hostess, thank you!
You look great today – I love your jeans. I bought a light weight but voluminuous scarf on sale at Banana Repbulic yesterday and have just tried your tie here at my desk. My scarf isn’t quite as long as yours, but it worked perfectly! Twisting slightly did help to reduce the volume. Thanks so much!
LunaStitches, thank you! BR has some great scarves. Glad this worked for you!
Thanks for the scarf lesson. Love your blog and think your style is fabulous! I have been watching L’affaire for discounts and when you showed one today I was thrilled. So, I guess it was meant for me to purchase a cashmere scarf today (which I of course quickly did).
Brenda, you’re welcome and I hope you’ll be pleased. I’ve been very impressed with the quality of the scarves from L’affaire cashmere.
I feel the same way about scarves and wellness — and when one looks as good as yours, so much the better!
materfamilias, yes our scarves are so much more fun and satisfying than a handful of vitamin C tablets! Thank you.
Great lesson, and love your colour hair.
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Sacramento, thank you so much!! XXXXXX
I tried this out immediately with a large wool square folded on the bias. It worked out wonderfully, thank you!–adelfa
adelfa, ooh great idea! So glad to hear it worked.
I can always use a good scarf lesson!! Have a wonderful day!
Thanks Pam!
I like that way of tying a long scarf, as I don’t like a lot of floppy stuff hanging on me. And I agree, keeping your neck warm does help ward off illness – Chinese medicine is a big proponent of that. Thanks for the tutorial.
Kathy, me too about not always wanting the ends flopping about.
Oh no!! An exam??? I better go study up! I already have a leopard scarf too. Does this count on a curve?? 😉
Of course I love the colors on you as your haircolor inspired mine!
Joni, of course, we grade on the curve here at Scarf Academy! 😀
Thanks so much, will have to tell my colorist.
I find that if my neck is warm, I’m warm – and that’s saying a lot when it’s -20C! So I’m always looking for a new way to tie a scarf – thanks so much! :o)
Insomniac’s Attic, I agree! And now I really notice a draft on my neck, even if it isn’t that cold out.
Trés chic – I wear scarves quite a lot but I’m not sure I could pass an exam!
That’s Not My Age, thank you! Don’t worry, it’s an open book exam.
Great tips- for an awesome scarf! This scarf looks wonderful to wear!
Bella Q, thanks so much! I love this scarf MUCHO.
I see this fold most often here, way more than the aviator. (But, the aviator stays put.) Quebec winter scarves can approach childrens’ blanket size and the coiled wrap is great b/c you can pull it up to shield the chin and even nose. (It’s strange to see the greenery behind you rather than snow.! Lurrrv the jeans, too.
Duchesse, this one does stay put if the fabric “grabs” which this one does. Probably wouldn’t work for silk, but the cashmere holds in place. I imagine those large scarves are necessary there in winter to keep out the arctic chill. Thank you!
Also, love the wash of your jeans. I’ve never gotten used to the very dark rinses, except for “dressy” occasions in LA.
Kathy, thanks again. These are NYDJ’s, purchased probably a year or more ago. I don’t remember the name of the wash, but they have similar washes available currently. I do prefer a dark wash for the office, as it’s dressier.
Fabulous!
BigLittleWolf, merci beaucoup!
My scarves always look so disheveled. Just the tutorial that I needed!!! Thank you. Your hair cut and color are very chic.
Awakening my Wardrobe, thank you very much! I hope this is helpful.
Ooh, I like this kind of tutorial.
Thanks, Wendy!
Great scarf! Thanks for the tip on how to wear it.
Heather from http://friendshiplifeandstyle.blogspot.com/
Heather, thank you!
Never mind the scarf,(which I love) you’re looking fantastic.
Sulky Kitten, thanks; you’re making me blush!
Let your hair stay like that, don´t touch it, suits you well.
I wear a scarf and shawl for warmth too, but don´t pay attention to how I place it ; ).
mette, thank you. I finally felt this week that it was where I wanted it.
Wow. Susan. The first thing I noticed is your stunning photography!
Is it just me or do you agree you’ve taken it to the next level? Absolutely gorgeous. The lighting on the 2nd up from bottom is perfect.
As for scarves, I’m sad to say I was initially attracted to them, but learned the hard way, over time, that I just don’t like them on my neck.
I can still admire the way you wear them :).
Susan P., thanks so much! Actually I usually just use the auto setting on my DSLR camera. This time it decided it wanted to use flash. I did have to retouch the glare/reflection of the flash on my glasses lenses a bit, but everything else is “as-is.” I know a few people who can’t tolerate any fabric around the neck, but hey, that’s what jewelry is for!
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Sorry, 3rd from bottom is the photo I liked best, in terms of lighting and playing up your lovely features.
You are so dang cute:).
LPC, thank you! And back atcha. 😀
love the scarf lesson, love the fit of your jeans even more 🙂
coffeeaddict, thank you! A little bit of stretch works wonders…
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That’s a great way of tying a scarf — and I have just the scarf for it. Will have to go dig it out.
And, as many others have said here, you’re looking fabulosa, querida.
rubiatonta, thanks so much! This works with any larger scarf, really.
Beautifully done, thank you, Susan! You have such panache.
Amber, thank you so much!
I have been “lurking” for a few months, but I couldn’t resist joining today to comment on how beautiful the scarf is and how marvelous it looks on you! Since I have (yet another!) birthday coming up next month, I now know what will be on the top of my wish list.
On a side note, I’ve loved reading all your posts and must say this is such a positive, life-affirming and often hilarious site, I’m so glad I found it and all of you.
A bientot mis Amis nouvelles!
sophisticatedlady66, thanks so very much! I don’t think you’d go wrong with this or any other cashmere scarf. I’m so glad you’re enjoying the posts! And I’m relieved to hear the tutorial was easy to follow.
I forgot to mention, the tutorial was very well explained and easy to follow. As someone who struggles with following directions (in all areas, not just tying scarves), I appreciate the simplicity of your instructions!
That is a great look; I tried it myself yesterday and loved it.
Only thing I’d suggest is that you start with the scarf on its bias to take down some of the bulk and make it look a little more “oh, I just threw this on and it’s perfect.” Grab one of the corners and let the rest of the scarf fall along the bias, then do your wrap. You end up with pointed triangular corners and less bulk in the body of the scarf, rather than square corners. Does that make sense?
Amities,
Marsi
There is a video on Eileen Fisher’s website about scarf tying including many of the larger sized ones. I too a wear a scarf frequently, being part giraffe and all. :)) I do like the animal print on you, wish I had more guts to try instead of always sticking to the predictable florals and geometrics.
Cornelia, yes I enjoy their videos very much! I think a softer animal print like this one is very neutral and wearable.
perfect!
1-2 Punch, thank you!
Marsi, you’re right of course, and often I do take that extra step.
So elegantly done, and I bet it would adjust well for those of us whose roundness of face and shortness of neck necessitates a bit more visual space between scarf and chin(s).
Have I mentioned I adore your haircut? Trop chic.
Yay, scarf tying tutorials! I’m wearing a leopard print scarf today and in a very similar knot. Quelle coincidence!
Thanks and bookmarked, so I don’t forget. You must be doing something right because you glow!