If there is something you definitely need to include in your wardrobe, it is the scarf. Wearing this stylish fabric has many uses if you just know the right way to wear it. Originated from Ancient Rome, this special cloth made of silk or wool has evolved to become part of fashion for both men and women nowadays. Why do we need scarf anyway and how do we use it?
Why do we wear scarves? The scarves were previously called “sudarium” and were first worn by men. Wrapped around their neck, they use it to wipe their faces from sweat because of the sun’s heat in the desert. Later on, women adapted it and used it to create a fashion statement which is now popular around the world.
Regardless the climate you have in your place, you can always wear this piece of clothing accessory. You may use it to keep yourself warm during the winter season as you can wrap it around your neck together with your gloves and coat. You just have to make sure that their colors match to give you a stylish look even in a cold, dull weather. On the other hand, if you live in a dusty, dry environment, you can also use it to cover your head. It can surely protect your hair from airborne impurities and keep it clean.
Scarves are also worn because of religious reasons. Judaism and Islam require their women to wear head scarves as a sign of modesty. Their men also wear it when doing their rituals especially when praying. As part of their outer garments for liturgy, other Christian sects also use it.
These are also used as part of uniforms, usually to represent their university and college. In scouting, each group has a different set of scarves for identity. And in the field of sports especially football, fans wear unique scarves to support their favorite teams.
How do we wear scarves? If you want the traditional and popular way of wearing it, you can wear it around your neck. You can tie a small scarf around it into a square shape to make it look like a choker. You can also tie it to form a bowtie. Or just let the loops fall after tying so it will look like a necktie.
During winter months, a scarf-looking cloth called pashmina is worn to give you extra warmth. Made from cashmere, wool or silk, it is crafted to wrap several times around the neck. During summer season, while riding your bicycle, you may use a scarf to keep your hair in place. You can tie it under your chin or make it look like a head band and tie it at the back of your head.
You can also use the scarf to wrap your waist as a belt or your hips to make it look smaller, besides from wearing the scarf around your neck or as a hair cover. You can even use it as a shawl when you wear a tube and not comfortable exposing your shoulders. As an accessory, you can also tie it to your hand bag or purse to match your outfit.
Whatever occasion or reason for wearing it, just have fun and be unique to achieve a sense of sophistication. It is just a matter of creativeness to make a fashion statement.
Using scarf is a unique way to accessorize your outfits. It not only makes you look elegant and stylish; it also adds glamour to your fashion statement. Or you may want to try cotton hat.
