Styling a Silk Scarf 3 Ways Using the Same Square Knot
Learn 3 ways to style a silk scarf using the same simple square knot, featuring the blooming petal silk scarf from Sarah Flint!
A scarf is my favorite accessory for fall! Especially, a silk scarf made in Italy, hand painted, and decorated with the most gorgeous blooms!
I was literally tickled pink when the Sarah Flint team reached out to me to style their blooming petal scarf. They graciously sent me the 90cm size, which is the larger square, and I just think you can style this size scarf so many different ways.
While SF gifted this scarf to me, this blog post is not sponsored. I was so taken by the quality and beauty of this scarf I just had to share it with y’all. I am a SF ambassador and you can receive $50 off your first purchase of shoes by clicking here.
A silk scarf is perfect for fall because it is wonderfully warm in the morning when it is cooler, but will not overheat you as the day warms. Plus silk scarves look amazing with sweaters and peaking out of blazers. The colors of this scarf are particularly beautiful for fall with the bold teal, rich greens, and lovely pop of pink and orange. I’ve paired it here with a simple a-line dress that has a lovely eyelet detail at hem and sleeves.
Today, I’m sharing three ways to style a silk scarf using the same square knot: the asymmetrical wrap, the cowboy bib, and the classic girl scout.
3 Ways to Style a Silk Scarf with a Square Knot
First, start by folding your scarf in half on the bias to make a large triangle. Next tie a square knot with the two ends.
A square knot is tied by overlapping one end over the other, wrapping it around and up through the “v” you’ve created. Next take that same end that is on top and wrap it back around the bottom end through the circle you just made and pull tight.
Watch this video to learn how to tie a square knot for the asymmetrical wrap style:
The Asymmetrical Wrap Style
Style Notes:
Sarah Flint’s blooming petal scarf looks amazing tied in this asymmetrical wrap style. This is probably my favorite way to wear a large silk scarf.
For one it shows off the beautiful design and colors of the silk scarf, while also keeping your shoulders warm. The asymmetry is visually interesting and can jazz up a simple neckline.
I think it is a really elegant way to style a silk scarf!
Style Notes:
While the name may seem a bit corny, this way to wear a scarf is certainly not!
The cowboy bib style shows off the scarf designs perfectly and creates a lovely cowl neckline, which is so flattering for your face. When I tie a scarf this way, I like to angle the point to one side or another and not wear it straight down.
You can make the triangle smaller or larger depending on how you tie the ends, and if they bother you poking out underneath your hair, simply tuck them under.
Style Notes:
Sometimes the classics are simply the best. This is a tried and true way to style a silk scarf.
I love how it emphasizes the designs at the corners of the scarf, showing here the darling blue and orange pansies and elegant interloped border. The scarf’s design was painted by artist Ella Sienna and takes inspiration from an English country house Newby Hall, which has elaborately decorated ceilings.
Don’t forget to fluff the ends so that you can see the design better.
I particularly like to tie this style when wearing a blazer or collared neckline.
A beautifully designed silk scarf is an elegant fall accessory that can be styled in endless ways. But you don’t need to tie it in elaborate configurations to create an elegant look. Master one simple square knot, and you’ve got 3 chic ways to style your scarf!
To see more designs from Sarah Flint read this post.
Pretty scarf! I love wearing my scarves in the cowboy bib style.
It is indeed! Me too!