How to Tie a Winter Scarf (Part 2 Square Blanket Scarf!)

December 5, 2016 by Virginia Evans Leave a Comment

Brr!! It’s getting cold out and I’m so thankful I managed to snag a few of these nice, thick turtlenecks at JC Penney’s black Friday sale! If I’m not wearing my favorite cozy white sweater (from this post), then you can bet I will be wearing one of these turtlenecks. A blanket scarf layered over one of these turtlenecks keeps me nice and warm. A few weeks ago I did a post on How to Tie a Square Blanket Scarf. Today’s post is a follow-up to that post, showing you another way to wear your square blanket scarf. Also, I’ve included the simplest way to tie an oblong winter scarf.

Square Blanket Scarf Style #2

For this look, start where we left off on the last tutorial. The scarf will have two ends hanging down.

1. Take the two ends of the scarf and tie them in a knot under the scarf.

2. Make sure to fluff the top of the scarf, especially around the neck to make sure the fullness looks even with the knot now under the scarf.

SEE MORE WAYS TO WEAR BLANKET SCARVES

HERE!

Simple Way to Tie an Oblong Scarf

FYI: It was VERY windy when we shot these. So…sorry!

1. Bunch/Roll the scarf. I like to have it so that it is mostly just bunched, but the two edges are turned inward towards each other.

2. Position your scarf around your neck in such a way that one side is 2-3 times as long as the other side. (I actually had to adjust this one a little more as I was tying it)

3. Wrap the long end of the oblong scarf around the back of your head.

4. Tuck that long end of the scarf under itself (the part wrapped around neck).

5. Fluff the front and roll the back of the scarf so that the part tucked under is closer to the back of the neck than the side. (I’m not super happy how the final photo turned out but it was SO COLD and I didn’t look at the pics before I called it quits! Whoops! – It really should end up looking more like the photo below from Forever21.

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LOVE OBLONG SCARVES?

CHECK OUT MORE WAYS TO WEAR THEM

HERE

Get the Look:

Gray Turtleneck, JCPenney.
Skinny Jeans, American Eagle. On Sale right now! Such a good deal!
Grey Over the Knee Suede Boots, Forever21 (old). More options in widget below.
Blue and Green Plaid Scarf, DIY (see this post for link to instructions). Similar blue and green tartan scarf.
Plaid Oblong Scarf, Forever21 (old). Most similar oblong scarf. Other options in widget below.
Pave Mason Ring, Nordstrom. Similar here.
Ice Lateral Ring, Baublebar (old). Similar pave bar ring.
Regal Jewelry Cable Twist Cuff Bracelets, Zulily. Similar cable bracelet and here.
Michael Kors Two Tone Darci Watch, areatrends.com.

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Thanks so much for visiting! Hope your Holidays are off to a wonderful start and don’t forget to check back Thursday for a new Gift Guide post!

How to Tie a Square Blanket Scarf

October 24, 2016 by Virginia Evans 4 Comments

Fall Fashion Teacher Blogger Tie a Blanket Scarf

Teacher Blogger shows how to tie a square blanket scarf for fall!

My favorite thing to wear in the fall is an oversized square blanket scarf! When I unpacked the box which contained my blanket scarves I squealed with delight (I’m not even kidding…)! As the temperatures start to drop, wearing an oversized scarf keeps me warm and cozy when I venture outside and serves as a wonderful wrap/shawl when I’m indoors and my arms get chilly. But I have learned that not everyone knows how to tie a blanket scarf and I have to admit that I had to “research” it when I first got interested. A number of people have asked how I tie my blanket scarves so today I’m starting a series on the many ways to tie a blanket scarf.

The blanket scarf I’m wearing in this post is my personal favorite oversized, square scarf. It hit fashion blogger circles like wildfire and is still one of the most popular patterns. There are so many colors in the scarf that I find I can wear it with most things in my closet. Because of that, it’s the one I most frequently wear. You can see me wearing it with a different outfit in this post from this January. Since this color combination has been so popular for so long, it’s also easy to find it at multiple price points (which you will see in the widget and links below).

How to Tie A Messy Blanket Scarf

This is one of the simplest ways I wear a blanket scarf and I love the way it looks a little messy. This look is done with an oversized (53″- 60″), SQUARE scarf.

First, fold the SQUARE scarf in half so that it forms a triangle.

Then, move your hands in closer to the middle of the scarf and hold up to your neck, passing the ends back behind the neck and crossing them over each other to bring them back to the front.

Bring the ends back to the front and tuck them under the edge of the V in the front.

The next part is the trickiest. To make the ends stay under the edge of the scarf, roll the outer part of the scarf down over the end pieces that are hanging out underneath. It’s a rolling/tucking motion. You can see me doing it in the following image. The next two show what the scarf looks like before and after rolling.

How to Tie a Blanket Scarf for Cozy Fall Fashion

After that, you’re done! (And quite cozy!)

Teacher Fashion - How to Tie a Blanket Scarf

I will be back another time with more ways to tie a blanket scarf. In the meantime, make sure to Pin this post so you can come back later!

Linking up today with: What I Wore Wednesday and Style Me Wednesday

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Green Cardigan, Nordstrom (sold out in color). Lookalike Green Cardigan, Hooded Olive Cardigan, similar Olive Cardigan.
White Skinny Ankle Jeans, LOFT (old). Similar White Skinny Ankle Jeans. More options in widget below.
White V-Neck Tee, Forever 21 (old). Similar here and here.
Popular Blanket Scarf, Tara Lynn’s Boutique via Jane.com. Exact pattern here. See some of my favorites from department stores in the widget below.
Calf Hair Lace Up Flats, Nordstrom (purchased during Nsale, sold out in calf hair). Similar 1 / 2 / 3
Pave Hoop Earrings, NY & Co.
Twisted Cuff Bracelets, from Zulily (not currently in stock). Similar in the widget below.
Baublebar Mason Ring, Nordstrom. Also here.
Michael Kors Two-Tone Darci Watch, Areatrends.com.
Stila’s Patina Liquid Lipstick, Sephora. Also here.

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Some Favorite Square Blanket Scarves:

Zulily has some great blanket scarf options right now, but the pictures won’t show up. Keep in mind, Zulily does not accept returns. (no longer available – 8/17)
Gorgeous Orange Fall Blanket Scarf / Blue Tartan Blanket Scarf / Red and Green Holiday Tartan Scarf / Red and White Blanket Scarf / Multicolored Blanket Scarf / Autumn Melange Plaid Blanket Scarf

Thanks so much for visiting! Make sure to leave any questions for me in the comments below!

To see other fall scarf ideas, check out the linkup I’m joining this week, at Living in Color!

Maxi Skirt Winter Work Outfit

January 11, 2016 by Virginia Evans Leave a Comment

Blanket Scarf and Maxi Skirt Work Outfit

Blanket Scarf and Maxi Skirt Winter Work

Maxi skirt for winter with Blanket Scarf

I love a good, flowy maxi skirt for all seasons! In the summer it’s free and breezy and in the winter it’s comfortable and long, keeping the cool air out. When the sun starts to come out more, I start thinking about buying items that can transition from Winter into Spring and maxi skirts can do just that.

The maxi skirt I’m wearing in the photos would not be one I would wear in the summer, since it is much thicker than a lot of the maxi skirts I’ve tried on. But it’s such a great example of how versatile a gray skirt can be. I love this one because it is so warm and flowy, but I will link a few other options for grey maxi skirts below. The sun has been bringing us some absolutely breathtaking days here in the Seattle area, but don’t let it fool you! It’s COLD outside! So, some coffee and a blanket scarf are the perfect accessories! Try this outfit with a variety of different colored blanket scarves. The gray base is perfect to dress up in a number of different ways.

One thing I would recommend with maxi skirts like this is to wear them with a belt. The belt helps define the shape of the skirt and makes it a tad more formal for a work environment.

What’s your favorite way to wear a blanket scarf?

Outfit Details:

White Sweater: Ross, old. Most similar here (use EXTRA10 for an extra 10% off) or here.
Gray Maxi Skirt: Zulily, here (sold out). Similar here, here, and here. Or, support a small business and get this beautiful one!
Blanket Scarf: Tara Lynn’s Boutique, for less via jane.com, here. Here is another on Jane, almost exact, for $11! (Plus, look at all the color options!) Or here.
Studded Heels: DSW, here. Similar here and here.
Belt: Ross, not online. Similar here and here. (Belts are more expensive than you’d think so check your local Ross or TJMaxx and save yourself some $!)
Lip: Stila’s Patina, here or here.
Watch: Charming Charlie, here.
Bracelet: Kendra Scott Arden Cuff, sold out. Similar here or wow version here.
Link Bracelet: Similar here or daintier version here.