How to Tie a Scarf - 5 Easy Ways to Wear One

The Basic Loop is the simplest way to wear a scarf and works over almost any top. Drape the scarf around the back of your neck so one end hangs lower than the other. Take the long end, wrap it once around your neck, and let both ends fall in front.

Fluff the loop up around your collar so it sits soft and even. This is the go-to style when you want warmth without fuss - good for commutes, errands, and layering under a coat.

The Easy Knot gives a neat, tailored finish in about ten seconds. Fold the scarf in half so both ends meet, then drape the folded scarf around the back of your neck. You'll have a small loop on one side and two loose ends on the other.

Pass the two ends through the loop and pull snug. Slide the knot up or down to adjust how close it sits to your collar. This style looks great under a blazer or open jacket because it stays put.

Bohemian Chic gives a soft, layered drape that looks styled without trying. Drape the scarf around your neck with one end much longer than the other. Wrap the long end loosely around your neck twice, letting the fabric fall into relaxed folds instead of pulling it tight.

Pull both tails down to even them out, then fluff the loops forward so they pile naturally in front. This works well over a jacket or blazer when you want the scarf to look like an accessory, not a wrap.

The Modern Shawl turns a large scarf into a cozy wrap for chilly days. Drape the scarf open across both shoulders with equal lengths hanging down in front. Cross the front edges at your chest and bring each end under the opposite arm, then around to the back.

Tuck or loosely tie the ends at your back so the shawl stays in place. The scarf frames your neck and adds a clean layer over any top - works great over a t-shirt or a thin sweater when you don't want to wear a full coat.

The Butterfly is a decorative style that shows off a printed scarf. Drape the scarf around your neck with both ends in front at about the same length. Tie the two ends together in a simple knot down near your chest, leaving the knot loose enough that the fabric above it can spread out.

Spread the fabric above the knot wide into a fan shape and smooth the two tails below it. The result looks like two soft wings sitting at your collar - great over a coat or a plain sweater when you want the scarf to be the main color in the outfit.