Scarf Wrap

Chiffon Scarf Wearing Styles & Chiffon Scarf Care

Now that scarves have become modern and trendy in their styles, so have the ways to adorn them. The traditional ways of adorning a silk scarf or a chiffon scarf is to wrap it around the hair or the neck. But with changing clothing styles, changing trends and times, the scarves are now being tied in creative and innovative styles to look hip and hep. Men and women both wear chiffon scarves to beautify their looks. The innovative styles are a good break from the monotony and also help in acquiring absolutely new looks with the same chiffon scarf.

Wearing Chiffon Scarves With Style

• A very popular style of wearing a chiffon scarf is to wear it around the hip as a hip scarf. Usually hip chiffon scarves can be seen at beaches as a shorter version of the beach sarongs.

• One can also wear it as a halter top with knot at the back. It can also make a good off shoulder or a single shoulder top.

• A chiffon scarf wrapped around the waist as also looks cute and stylish. It is a distinct look that is very feminine and peppy.

• Scarves carelessly hung around the neck also look nice. They can be either wrapped around the neck once or left as it is, with the ends hanging down.

• A simple knot around the neck in the side and the front also looks smart.

Tips on Chiffon Scarf Care

Chiffon scarves are delicate scarves that need to be kept safely and properly. Chiffon fabric needs a careful maintenance to keep it soft and new-like. There are some easy ways and washing habits that will be helpful in taking chiffon scarf care.

• Avoid washing in the washing machine. Hand washing is suggested.

• A gelatine solution dip keeps it colors safe. Use a gelatine solution using a teaspoon of unflavored gelatine with half a liter of water.

• Do not dry in direct sunlight. Let it wind dry in a shaded area.

• Always iron using a cool iron. Keep away from direct heat.

• Fold it and store in a safe place.

All of the above tips and suggestions will keep its colors intact and will increase its longevity.

 

About the Author

You might also be interested in:

Silk Chiffon Shawls for Fashion Evening Statement
Black Chiffon Scarf: A Fashion Must-Have

How do you wrap this scarf around your neck?

http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat1070006&productId=1421_4219

I just bought this exact scarf because I thought it was really cute, but I have NO IDEA how to wrap it around my neck like it's shown in the picture. Does anyone know how to? Thanks to those of you who answer!

Here you go! I got the one that looks like yours, but I also included other ways...:

http://ellegirl.elle.com/fashion/celebrity_styles/content/wrapper_s_delight_slideshow/slip_knot.html

http://ellegirl.elle.com/fashion/celebrity_styles/content/wrapper_s_delight_slideshow/bow_tie.html

http://ellegirl.elle.com/fashion/celebrity_styles/content/wrapper_s_delight_slideshow/reverse_wrap_a_round.html

http://ellegirl.elle.com/fashion/celebrity_styles/content/wrapper_s_delight_slideshow/neck_warmer.html

http://ellegirl.elle.com/fashion/celebrity_styles/content/wrapper_s_delight_slideshow/twist_n_tie.html

http://ellegirl.elle.com/fashion/celebrity_styles/content/wrapper_s_delight_slideshow/shoulder_tie.html

http://ellegirl.elle.com/fashion/celebrity_styles/content/wrapper_s_delight_slideshow/reverse_knot.html

How to wrap a head scarf

Silk 'Blue Jasmine' Batik Scarf (Indonesia) $39.99 Wrap yourself in the elegance of a silk scarfAccessory is designed with hand-stamped blue jasmine blossomsScarf features batik motifs and a fringe edge

Peach Couture Silver Rayon from Bamboo Pashmina $15.29 Wrap yourself in luxury with a rayon from bamboo shawl handmade by Peach Couture. The pashmina is hand-dyed with Azo chemical-free dyes.

'Versatile Black' Alpaca Wool Shawl (Peru) $122.99 This 'Versatile Black' alpaca wool wrap is made with a luxurious alpaca blend. Certainly an eye catcher, the fibers of this wrap are soft to the touch.

'Secret Garden' Reversible Alpaca Wool Ruana Cloak (Peru) $118.99 Wrap yourself in warmth and comfort with this wool cloak from PeruCold weather accessory features allover leaf motif and attached scarfLoose-fitting ruana style is comfortable for any occasion

Alpaca Wool 'Mocha Blossom' Reversible Ruana Cloak (Peru) $100.99 Ruana cloak highlights Isidoro C'cahuantico's expertise in Andean fashion Shawl is knitted of a warm alpaca wool blend in black and mochaCloak features symmetrical floral motifs that can be appreciated on either side

Wool 'Paisley Fountain' Jamawar Shawl (India) $61.99 A paisley shawl by Sandeep Malhotra evokes a fountain while recalling the legendary elegance of India's hand embroidered jamawar shawls. So intricate was the work that a person could finish only one shawl in his lifetime.

Alpaca Wool 'Serenity' Wrap (Peru) $120.99 This alpaca wool wrap made with a luxurious alpaca blend. Handcrafted by Alfredo Falcon, from Peru, this lovely wrap is soft to the touch.

Silk and Wool 'Shimmering Earth' Shawl (India) $57.99 Add a stylish accent to any outfit with a hand-woven shawl from India's Imtiyaz. This shawl combines shimmering tones of blending teal, grey and copper on a lightweight silk and wool blend.

'Eternal Sky' Alpaca Wool Shawl (Peru) $99.99 Sensuous vines and flowers flow seductively along the length of this alpaca wool shawl. This shawl features hand-tied fringe and naturally coarse fabric.

Cotton Abstract Print Sarong (India) $13.09 Comfortably cover up with this handmade sarong from India. In several beautifully bright colors, this sarong features an abstract pattern and is crafted of sleek cotton.

Lot 10 Pcs SILK Designer Square Scarf 50cmx50cm Wrap $14.67 Lot 10 Pcs SILK Designer Square Scarf 50cmx50cm Wrap

Scarf, The $12.45 Scarf, The

Nike Brazil Gold-Green National Team Scarf $24.95 Wrap up and keep warm with the National Team scarf from Nike!

Nike Portugal Red-Green National Team Scarf $24.95 Wrap up and keep warm with the National Team scarf from Nike!

Nike USA Navy Blue-Red National Team Scarf $24.95 Wrap up and keep warm with the National Team scarf from Nike!

Cashmink Scarf - Grey by V Fraas $30 An Indigo favourite. Wrap yourself in comfort and warmth with our cosy cashmink scarf. Soft, luxurious and water-resistant. 100% acrylic. 68L x 11.75W

Cashmink Scarf - Cream by V Fraas $30 An Indigo favourite. Wrap yourself in comfort and warmth with our cosy cashmink scarf. Soft, luxurious and water-resistant. 100% acrylic. 68L x 11.75W

Cashmink Scarf - Pink by V Fraas $30 An Indigo favourite. Wrap yourself in comfort and warmth with our cosy cashmink scarf. Soft, luxurious and water-resistant. 100% acrylic. 68L x 11.75W

Cashmink Scarf - Green by V Fraas $30 An Indigo favourite. Wrap yourself in comfort and warmth with our cosy cashmink scarf. Soft, luxurious and water-resistant. 100% acrylic. 68L x 11.75W

Portolano Fringed Cashmere Scarf $51.11 Wrap yourself in luxury with this Portolano cashmere scarf. The 100-percent cashmere scarf is soft, lightweight and versatile, and features fringed edges.Color options: Black, camel, charcoal, loden (dark green), petuniaLuxurious cashmereFringed scarf61 inches long x 10.25 inches wide100-percent cashmereDry cleanModel: 61066SC