Three elegant ways to wear a scarf

A silk scarf is one of the most versatile accessories in a modern wardrobe. It can keep you warm on cooler evenings, add colour to a neutral look or quietly signal personality when you prefer to keep the rest of your outfit simple. With a Pennata scarf, the right knot lets the architecture of the pattern and the softness of the fabric take centre stage.

Below are three easy, elegant ways to wear a scarf, from everyday comfort to refined nonchalance.

1. The standard loop: effortless warmth

The standard loop is the simplest and most intuitive way to wear a scarf. It keeps the fabric secure around your neck, creates a soft frame for the face and works with everything from tailored coats to casual jackets.

How to tie the standard loop

• Fold the scarf in half lengthwise.

• Drape it around your neck so that the folded end sits on one side and the two loose ends on the other.

• Pass the loose ends through the loop formed by the folded side.

• Gently tighten and fluff the fabric around your neck to build volume.

You can tuck the ends inside your coat for a clean, structured line, or leave them hanging for a more relaxed, layered effect. This knot is ideal for cooler days when you want both comfort and polish.

2. The single‑knot drape: light and chic

The one‑knot tie is perfect when the scarf’s main purpose is style rather than insulation. It works beautifully with lighter silk scarves, letting colour and pattern fall naturally along the front of the body.

How to tie the single‑knot drape

• Place the scarf around your neck so both ends hang down evenly.

• On one side, tie a small, simple knot roughly halfway along the length.

• Slide the knot slightly lower if you want a softer line.

• Thread the other end of the scarf through the knot and adjust until the two sides look balanced.

The result is an easy, elongated silhouette that looks refined over a coat, blazer or even a fine knit. With a Pennata scarf, this knot showcases the design in full, like a vertical brushstroke of colour.

3. The neck loop: neat and modern

The neck loop offers the same warmth as the standard loop but with a cleaner outline and no loose ends. It is a smart option when you want a minimal, contemporary look or when you are wearing outerwear with sharp lapels.

How to tie the neck loop

• Drape the scarf around your neck so both ends hang to the front.

• Tie the two ends together in a secure, small knot, leaving as little excess length as possible.

• Twist the scarf once to form a figure‑eight and create a second loop.

• Pull this loop over your head so both loops sit around your neck, adjusting until they lie comfortably.

For extra texture and warmth, you can keep twisting and looping the scarf, wrapping additional circles around your neck until you are happy with the volume. This technique works especially well with softer, more generous scarves.

Discover your signature scarf style

The beauty of a Pennata scarf lies in how easily it transforms with each knot. The same piece can feel cosy and protective in a standard loop, nonchalant and artistic in a single‑knot drape, or sharply modern in a neat neck loop. Experiment with different folds in front of a mirror, paying attention to how each one interacts with your coat, jacket or knitwear.

With just a few simple techniques, your scarf becomes more than a layer against the cold: it becomes an essential part of your personal architecture of style.