Silk scarves for women come in all different shapes and sizes and are some of the most versatile accessories to add flair, style, color and interest to any outfit. While larger ones can be transformed into sarongs and longer ones into belts and even halter neck tops, even the square ones can be tied in a multitude of different ways to create stunning effects.
Worn in the hair, square silk scarves can not only be tied in ways which are purely decorative, but also so that they are highly practical. One of the simplest ideas is to turn your scarf into a head band. Simply fold the fabric in half across the diagonal and then, beginning with the pointed ends opposite the fold, roll or fold the scarf until you have a cylinder shape. You can now place the scarf across the top of your hair and either tie it underneath so that the free ends hang down your back, or to one side, just below the ear, with the free ends hanging to the front of your shoulder. Another completely different look can be achieved by feeding the cylinder underneath your hair and tying the free ends on top with a pretty bow. All of these methods make for a very attractive daytime or evening look.
If, on the other hand, you prefer to wear your hair in a pony tail, then you can simply tie the cylinder of fabric where your hair is gathered. In this case, however, it is always better to use a hair elastic to secure your hair first and then tie the scarf on top of the elastic. This will stop the smooth, silky material from slipping off so easily. For a slightly more elegant look, secure the pony tail at the top, plait the length of the hair, secure again at the bottom and then tie your scarf as before.
On hot days, you may want to protect your head or your hair from the strong sunshine, and there are two great ways that you can do this. These ideas also work very well for those occasions when you want to keep all of your hair out of your face, such as when driving in an open-topped car. Again, begin by folding your square silk scarf across the diagonal, but this time place the triangle which has been formed across the top of your head. Then, either simply tie the fabric underneath your hair or, for even greater coverage, tie it underneath first and then take the third corner and tuck it under the original knot or twist it several times around the knot if there is sufficient material.
Although square scarves made from any type of fabric can be used to decorate the head or hair, those made of silk make for a particularly practical choice because the material is so fine. Not only does it drape beautifully, but the knots are smaller, far less bulky and much more comfortable. Of course, for a really special and unique look, hand painted silk scarves make the ultimate fashion statement and will show off your hair in all its glorious beauty.
Julie-Ann.
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