How to Tie a Scarf 35 Different Ways
Accessories have the power to take a simple outfit and completely transform it. Adding a large necklace or an awesome pair of sunglasses can really elevate a look. And one of the best accessories for taking an outfit to the next level is a scarf. A scarf can be worn in so many different ways, and depending on how it gets tied, the same scarf can be made to look completely different each time it's worn.
The greatest thing about scarves is its versatility. They can be made to look amazing with jeans, with leggings, or with a dress. They can be dressed up or dressed down. And no mater how they are worn, it's always a nice way to add a pop of color or a fun print to an outfit. Even a plain black scarf has the ability to make an outfit look more interesting.
Another wonderful thing about scarves is that depending on the material, they can be worn almost any time of year. Of course many people use thick scarves to keep warm in the winter and fall, but in the spring and summer a thinner scarf can still be worn for style purposes.
With all of the different scarf options out there, it can be overwhelming to figure out new ways to wear one. So, here are 35 different ways to tie a scarf -- and if we can do it then anyone can!
French Knot Scarf How-To
Fold the scarf in half lengthwise and put it around the neck. Take one loose end and pull it over and under the scarf loop. Then, take the second end piece and go under and over the same loop.
Braided Scarf How-To
Take a long scarf and put it around the neck. Tie a loose half knot with the ends. Take the right end and cross it over the left. Then pull it under the scarf loop and over. Let it hang down and grab the left end (now on the right side) and cross it over the other end and pull it up and over. Repeat until the ends are too short to loop. Knot the short end pieces together.
Neck Wrap Scarf How-To
Fold the scarf in half lengthwise. Grab the diagonal ends and knot them together. Put it over the neck, then twist it and loop over the neck again.
Knotted Necklace Scarf How-To
Wrap the scarf around the neck. Take one end and wrap it around the hand. Pull it through to make a loose knot. Take the other loose end and pull it through the side knot, going under the knot loop and then over.
Knotted Shawl Scarf How-To
Wrap the scarf around the shoulders. Then make a regular knot in the back with the ends. Pull the scarf fabric down in the back to cover the ends.
Classic Pull Through Scarf How-To
Fold the scarf in half and put it around the neck. Pull both ends through the loop.
Basic Loop Scarf How-To
Put the scarf around neck and pull one end down longer than the other. Wrap that end around the neck once and let both ends hang.
Belted Scarf How-To
Drape the scarf evenly around the neck and let it hang. Fasten a belt over the scarf at the waist.
Tossed Scarf How-To
Drape the scarf evenly over the neck. Toss one end over the opposite shoulder.
Neckerchief Scarf How-To
Fold the scarf in half twice, so it's rectangular. Fold the rectangle diagonally for a triangular shape. Take the two ends on the longest side of the triangle and tie it around the neck.
Reverse Drape Scarf How-To
Drape the scarf evenly around the neck. Toss one end of the scarf over one shoulder. Toss the other end over the opposite shoulder.
Front Tie Scarf How-To
Drape the scarf evenly around the neck. Cross and tie the two ends in the center. Adjust so that one is layered over the other, and fluff to cover the knot.
Large Bow Scarf How-To
Drape the scarf unevenly around neck. With the longer end, form a loop in an upward movement. Hold the middle of the loop. Take the shorter side of the scarf and wrap it over the loop where it's being held. This wrapping motion should go toward the body. After the shorter end is brought around the loop to form the bow, pull that end through the middle. Pull it to make it tight and fluff the sides of the bow.
Knotted Loop Scarf How-To
Drape the scarf around the neck so one end is longer. Loop the longer end around the neck twice. Tie the ends off to the side.
Faux Infinity Scarf
This process is pretty much the same as the one for the "neck wrap." The difference is that the length of the scarf can depend on where one ties it. This style is tied on the sides across from each other (not the opposite diagonals), giving it more length and more of a circular look -- like an infinity scarf.
Faux Infinity Scarf How-To
Knot the two opposite corners of the scarf together to create a circle. Wrap it over the head with the knot hidden behind the neck.
The Wrap Scarf How-To
Wrap the scarf evenly around the shoulders and spread out the fabric. Pull one end across the body. Toss the other end across the opposite shoulder. This look can also be secured with a safety pin used in the shoulder area.
Sleeved Shawl Scarf How-To
Drape the scarf over shoulders like a shawl. Then take the two corners on one side and tie them together to make an armhole. Do the same thing on the other side.
Double Hanging Knots Scarf How-To
Drape the scarf evenly around the neck. Take one end and make a knot toward the bottom. Do the same thing on the other side and let them hang.
Headband Scarf How-To
Fold the scarf in half horizontally. Wrap it around head and make a double knot in the front. Take the two loose ends and pull them back to tuck in the band.
Looped Choker How-To
Drape scarf evenly over the neck. Make a twist with the two ends in the front. Then pull the ends up and around the neck, knotting them in the back.
Loose Knot Scarf How-To
Drape the scarf evenly over the neck. Make a loose knot with the two ends at the bottom of the scarf.
Pretzel Knot Scarf How-To
Fold the scarf in half lengthwise and wrap around the neck. Take one end from the side and pull it through the loop on the opposite side. Take the other end and cross it over the loop. Tuck the second end around and into the loop.
Twisted Necklace Scarf How-To
Twist the scarf really tightly. Then hold it up by its ends and it will twist itself together. Bring it around the neck and pull the ends through the loop on the opposite side.
The Tie Scarf How-To
Roll the scarf up lengthwise and bring it around the neck. Cross one end over the other and wrap it around the other piece. Bring that end around to the back and fold it upward through the loop. Pull one end down up front and move the knot up.
The Twist Scarf
This one is super cute! I came across the visual instructions for this one on Pinterest and it was easy to copy.
Do a basic loop around the neck. Take one end and twist it around the loop a few times until it ends in the center. Do the same thing on the other side.
Faux Knot Scarf How-To
Drape scarf around the neck so one side is slightly longer than the other. Take the longer end and tie a loose knot halfway up. Take the shorter end from the other side and slide it through the loose knot. Pull to tighten and adjust if needed.
Waterfall Scarf How-To
Make a basic loop around the neck. Then pull that neck loop down and twist once to make an "x." Take the two ends hanging on the sides and pull them forward through the new loop.
The Rose Scarf How-To
Drape scarf evenly around the neck. Twist the two pieces together down the front. Take that twist and wrap it around in a circle. Tie off the loose ends once they're too small to wrap or tuck them in the bow. Adjust it to the side.
Simple Shawl Scarf How-To
Drape the scarf over the shoulders and spread out the fabric. Tie a loose knot in the front.
Loose Headwrap Scarf How-To
Fold the scarf triangularly. Wrap it over the head. Tie the two loose ends under the chin.
Triple Knot Necklace Scarf
This one is super easy and is another great alternative to a necklace. I got this idea from an image on Pinterest.
Roll up the scarf lengthwise. Tie one knot near the end, one in the center, and one at the other end. Tie it off in the back like a necklace.
Half Bow Scarf
This one can be a little complicated, so check out the AffordableStyleTV YouTube tutorial for visual instructions.
Drape scarf around neck. Make a loop on one side. Wrap the opposite side around the loop. Then pull it through the wrap around.
Chain Link Scarf How-To
Drape the scarf evenly over the neck. Tie a knot in front. Then repeatedly tie a couple more knots to form a chain effect.
Rolled Loop Scarf How-To
Wrap a scarf once around the neck. Take each scarf end up and over the neck loop.