How To Style it: Scarves (For Neonpunch)

Kemi Olaofe tells us how to wear scarves.

 

The Overhand/Ascot Knot

Baby its cold outside! This is the perfect time to wear a scarf. Scarves do an excellent job of protecting a man’s neck, they keep you warm, and most importantly they look good!
Scarves can add a strong element of style, especially when they introduce colour to an otherwise plain outfit. It is a good rule of thumb to keep the rest of the outfit simple so it isn’t competing with the scarf for attention.
With so many styles of scarves out there how do you know which one to buy? Well Monsieur Man breaks it down for you:

 

Standard (left) and Pashimina scarves (right) to add to your wardrobe

Standard Scarves

Refer to most of the scarves that men typically use every day. They are made of wool, silk or cotton, rectangular in shape and generally 60 – 70 inches long and 15 – 25 inches wide. Like this standard two tone grey and black one from H&M.

Pashmina Scarves
Can also be called Pashiman shawls. Pashmina is a type of fine cashmere wool, usually found in Nepal, Pakistan or Northern India. Pashmina scarves are generally longer when compared to other types of scarves (usually about 80 inches). They are also soft and light weight in construction. Take this dark green Loro Piana cashmere scarf with fringing; it uses the softest Italian cashmere. Wear this deep green scarf with navy or brown hues for a sophisticated colour palette.

 

Chunky Winter Scarf (left) and  Snood (right) to save you from the cold

Chunky Winter Scarves
Chunky scarves come oversized and in thicker knits. They are often much longer and wider than your typical winter scarf. They can be wrapped multiple times around your neck and shoulders in order to create a real statement, and will quite obviously keep you very warm. Due to the knit, there is a lot of fabric choice, textures and construction techniques available. We love this understated classic design from Paul Smith, in a versatile navy blue and brown.

Snoods

A snood is a tube shaped scarf with no loose ends. There is no specific tie for snoods, all you have to do is wrap them around your neck. Visit Lovarzi, a UK leading scarf store. Order online to get yours delivered to HK.

 

Neatly tied Parisian (left) and Fake Knotted polkadot scarf (right)

Believe it or not there are 6 ways to tie a scarf:

1. The Drape, or The Simplest Way To Wear A Scarf
2. Overhand Knot (or Ascot)
3. The Fake Knot
4. The Once Round
5. The Twice Round
6. The “Parisian” or French or European Knot

Your scarf can be used reinforce the look you are going for (smarter knots for a more formal outfit and vice versa) or you could pick your favourite and make it a trademark of your personal style. It is this attention to detail that will help you very subtly stand out from the crowd.