How does a man wear a neckerchief? How do you tie scarves stylishly?

What techniques are there for a gentleman to tie a scarf? Men probably ask themselves these questions about scarves regularly. You stand in front of the wardrobe, have put together your outfit, and add a neckerchief. For the sake of convenience, the scarf is then simply thrown around the neck, even though there are other ways to knot this piece of fabric.

GetYourScarf has gone in search of instructions on how a man can achieve the perfect scarf knot. “Learning by doing” is the motto here, and to make it easier, you can teach yourself how to tie a scarf with a few videos thanks to YouTube.

YouTube videos on how to tie a men’s scarf

Watch these videos to learn how a gentleman can wear a scarf in various ways. The tutorial videos demonstrate step-by-step the details you need to know to achieve the desired scarf knot.

The following tips are given in this video: For business outfits, a woven scarf with a pattern fits best. Check patterns are popular for men’s scarves. It is best to wear the scarf in the very classic way: form a loop with the scarf, place it around the neck, and pull the loose ends of the scarf through the loop. This looks sporty and serious at the same time and also goes well with a suit.

In winter, elegant scarves made of merino and cashmere blends are very popular among men. Such scarves are characterized by the fact that they are cuddly soft and provide a very pleasant wearing comfort. The video also shows the best way to tie a merino scarf: place the scarf around the neck and make a knot at one end. Then pull the other end of the scarf through this knot. Adjust it a little, and you will be wearing your cashmere or merino scarf elegantly and stylishly. If you want more volume for the scarf, tuck the long end through the back again and lay it over the knot.

For casual outfits, chunky knit men’s neckerchiefs are suitable. Men are certainly allowed to show their true colors here and opt for a colorful scarf. A bold color can decisively spice up your outfit. Chunky knit scarves are relatively voluminous. Accordingly, you can choose a suitable tying technique. Fold the scarf in half around the neck and knot it at the front. You can also casually push the knot to the side to look even more casual. In an even simpler version, do not knot the scarf, but simply tuck its ends under the scarf itself.

Shawls are also very trendy. If you don’t have a triangle shawl, you can also take a rectangular shawl and fold it into a triangle. Then take the shawl and place it loosely around the neck so that one point of the shawl faces forward. Cross the ends behind the neck and let them hang down loosely on both sides. This way, you have a great look ready that not only looks good but also keeps you nice and warm on cold days. A hat (also made of chunky knit) can complete the autumnal outfit.

This scarf video shows the following nine techniques:

Drape

Probably the simplest way to wear a scarf. There is no tying involved; it is just draped. The scarf hangs loosely around the neck, and its two ends hang down freely on the left and right. The neckerchief must not be too long; otherwise, it does not look very fashionable. Especially with a suit, it is an uncomplicated way to combine a scarf with an outfit. One made of silk makes the best impression.

Throw Over

This tying technique for men simply means “thrown over.” And that’s exactly what is done. Here, too, the scarf is not tied but worn casually over the shoulder. A voluminous knit scarf is shown in the video. It is best to use one of these, as scarves that are too fine are not suitable for this technique.

Single Wrap Around

Also a very simple technique. The scarf is simply thrown around the neck once; finished! Here, too: the more voluminous the fabric, the more the scarf stands out as an accessory.

Double Wrap Around

Here, you wrap the scarf twice around the neck. Optionally, the ends can be tucked under the neckerchief. It’s quickly done and provides warmth on cold winter days.

Single Loop and Tie

How it works: first, hang the scarf around the neck. The ends hang down on both sides. One is slightly longer than the other. Step 2: wrap the longer end once around the neck. Now this becomes the shorter end. Now cross the two ends and pull the longer one through the opening. Finished! Now just adjust it a bit. With this scarf-tying technique, all gentlemen look good and use their neckerchief as a warming tool in autumn or winter.

Tie Around

Quickly done and very simple: tie the men’s scarf twice around the neck and tuck away the loose ends. The ends may also peek out a little. This gives the wearer a certain casualness. Either way, you are well-served with this scarf technique.

Simple Knot

The simple knot. If you don’t like it too hot and don’t want the scarf to fit tightly, you are well-served here. First: place the scarf around the neck. Second: cross the ends and make a loose knot. Do not pull the scarf knot tight, but wear it loosely on the chest at the front.

Slip Knot

The classic… fold the scarf in half and place it around the neck. Then pull the loose ends of the neckerchief through the loop. Guaranteed to work with every scarf. You can also use this tying technique perfectly with a summer scarf. Depending on how tight you pull the knot, you can change the look. You also use it to regulate how warm you are.

False Knot

Place the scarf around the neck and form a loop from one end. Stick the second end of the scarf through it and pull tight. A loose tying technique for men; quickly done.

Men’s scarves well tied

We hope that, thanks to all the tutorial videos, you are now able to apply a few tying techniques for men off the cuff. Like everything else, tying a scarf simply takes practice. Why not make a point of trying a different technique every morning just before leaving the house? This way, you will surprise your colleagues time and again, and you will notice for yourself which neckerchief works best with which tying technique. This naturally also depends on the length of the scarf and the fabric. Some tying techniques for men are made more for shorter and more supple neckerchiefs (made of silk), while others work best when the scarf is a little more voluminous.

How do you tie women’s scarves?

So that the ladies also know what can be done with a neckerchief, there is a special page with tips, tricks, and videos on the subject of tying scarves. Take a look and expand your knowledge of the various scarf knots.