Men's neck scarves: types, choice, methods of tying

Today's fashionistas adopt into their wardrobes more and more interesting gizmos that were at the peak of popularity back in the 19th century. One of these accessories is a men's scarf. It can increasingly be seen paired with a suit instead of a tie. This original element is able to perfectly complement bold and classic outfits. It can be made part of both everyday and festive wardrobe.

The neckerchief has been known since Roman times, when every warrior had such an accessory. Of course, then his appointment was not fashionable, but practical. After all in war, it served as an excellent neck protection from the cold. Gradually, with the collapse of the huge state, wearing a neckerchief migrated to the Romanian tribes.

This amazing thing came to Paris after the end of the Thirty Years War. A regiment from Croatia arrived to celebrate the victory in bright neckerchiefs. They used the accessory to distinguish their own from enemies in battle. Such a colorful thing attracted the young Louis, and he ordered to enter it into the wardrobe of the courtiers. At the same time, a separate position even appeared at the palace, a person in which was responsible only for neckerchiefs.

It is worth noting that even in Russia this part of the wardrobe was known to fashionistas. The original little thing was brought by Peter I and called it part of the "German costume", introducing into the uniforms of officers. As a result, the uniform of the officers from the rank and file differed precisely by the presence on the neck of a wide scarf in white-blue-red with gold or silver tassels.

Men's headscarves became most popular during the period of romanticism, or rather, in the 19th century. This is clearly seen in the portraits of Pushkin, Zhukovsky, Vyazemsky, Byron, Goethe. All famous people of that time preferred to appear in these neck accessories at important events.

In England, the fashion for the neckerchief was introduced by a certain George Brian Brummel, who considered it part of the dandy image. He was able to convince everyone around that being a dandy is cool. His example has become for many a model of a London dandy with a scarf around his neck. It was this "tie lord" who was able to come up with many ways to tie scarves. At the same time, he showed that the types and colors of the accessory can be very diverse.

In America, scarves are known for their courageous cowboys. They were the ones who used this element, but not as a decoration. For them, the scarf was a dust protection that is easy to put on your face if necessary. Most often, cowboys chose red cotton scarves. This part of the wardrobe also protected American men from the scorching sun, allowed to drain drinking water, and served as a bandage.

Avid fashionistas know how many different neck accessories exist today. A tie and a scarf are the most common among them, but now they are increasingly being replaced by a men's neckerchief. Moreover, the last part of the wardrobe differs in cut, size and other parameters.

• Ascot is a classic among scarves and the most fashionable option. It is great for social events and events where you should show your brightness. Often this model is also called kravat. Also, this type adorns courageous necks also in important sports, for example, on golf or horse racing.Most of the shawl should be visible from under the shirt and can be decorated with a clip or pin.

• Type of scarf foulard is a fabric measuring 0.1 by 1 meter. The whole feature of this type lies in the soft fabric that fits perfectly around the neck. Most often made of fine silk and complemented by lush knots with slouchy. You can use a pin for decoration. This type of scarf is often referred to as a tie.

• The kind called plastrongreat for cool autumn days. Such a scarf covers not only the neck, but also a significant part of the man's chest. Models made from denser fabrics are used instead of scarves, and from light ones - as an accessory. In fact, a plastron is a wide tie with a tapered middle and a triangle-shaped end.

Most often you can find a silk scarf. It is this noble material that is best suited for such an accessory. This is due to the fact that he is elegantly able to lie on his neck, immediately attracting attention to the man.

Of course, it is worth considering that silk should be exclusively natural. Otherwise, it will not be possible to form beautiful folds and draperies. Moreover, it is very pleasant if the scarf directly touches the exposed skin. Among the advantages of silk, it is worth mentioning that it allows the skin to breathe, does not rub, does not cause allergic reactions.

Neck scarves made of cotton, viscose, with the addition of synthetic fibers look great and are pleasant to wear. For cool weather, models that combine wool with cotton are an excellent option. Famous designers also recommend cashmere shawls to complement any look.

In the variety of colors, white looks the most noble, as it did several centuries ago. It is in this color that a scarf can transform many male images. The advantage of this color is that it goes well with many others.

However, designers distinguish elegant burgundy, delicate violet, bright red among fashionable shades for scarves. For lovers of less colorful looks, a pleasant gray-green shade, a flawless pearl, warm beige are recommended. All shades of blue are also at the peak of popularity.

Of course, as in previous seasons, experimentation is encouraged, but you should still not forget about the boundaries of what is permitted. Traditional patterns work best for silk models. You should not dwell only on options in a single color, variegated also look very interesting. Moreover, you can choose shawls both from plain dyed and printed patterns.

Small geometric prints are especially relevant this season. An extravagant look can be safely supplemented with a pattern called "Indian cucumber".

From a wide variety of scarves, it is not difficult to choose a suitable option in terms of color, texture, type of cut or fabric. It is easiest for a man to choose a scarf for a white shirt. Both monochromatic models and with various patterns are combined with it. It all depends only on the place and event for which the scarf is chosen.

If business style is preferred, then you can opt for a neck accessory in restrained colors or classic white. Patterned scarves are also acceptable, but their tone should match the tone of the fabric. It is best to complement the classics with pastel shades and not too noticeable patterns.

Shawls in one color are perfectly combined with a colorful shirt. It can be used for beach holiday, military style and safari. Cotton scarves with small patterns will become indispensable for every day. They are suitable for denim items as well as for plaid shirts, tweed and linen jackets. This version of the scarf will add an elegant touch to the overall look.

You can safely choose bright silk scarves for plain shirts made of cotton, and on the contrary, for silk shirts, made of cotton. Bright colors and contrasting patterns suit athletic and active men. In this case, you can even use scarves with the emblem of the sports club or logo. Young people can opt for the remarkable Scottish cage or Turkish cucumbers.

Light carelessness in drapery perfectly complements the image of a creative person. Intricate patterns and ornaments are best chosen by romantics. Men with a large neck should prefer less bright scarves, which will be combined with a stand-up collar.

It should be clarified that men's scarves around the neck are produced in several sizes. Moreover, the dimensions are indicated exclusively in inches. Among the most popular are the following: 52, 50, 48, 46. Each size has its own length to width ratio.

For example, a man with a height of 175 centimeters is best suited for a size 50 scarf... The length of this option will be 127 centimeters, and the width is 15 centimeters. It is this combination that will have the most proportional appearance. Often, a width of 15 cm can be found on models from Italian and American designers. This is due to the fact that it is convenient to lay prettier folds on such a scarf.

There are many ways to tie a scarf around your neck. It is worth noting that if you approach tying correctly, then you can even give the same accessory a different look... Among the variety of knots there are classic, strict, elegant, fluffy, crimped. However, first you need to master the most common methods.

For example, the kind of ascot headscarf should be worn on a naked body... It is folded and worn around the neck like a regular scarf. The ends in the front must be aligned and tied in the middle with a knot, and then straightened. It is worth noting that the ends can be fixed with a clip or hidden under the shirt collar.

A foulard shawl is first knitted in the same way as an ascot. However, after the ends are aligned, a loop is formed from the canvas, the end is passed under the lower part, and then pulled into the resulting loop. As a result, you should get a lush knot. As for the short tip, it can be secured using a safety pin.

A free knot is suitable for the plastron. Moreover, it is advisable to straighten the inner folds well so that the corrugated knot turns out to be more accurate. After that, the ends should be connected with a cross and fixed with a pin.

Before tying, cotton accessories must be folded into a strip, which is subsequently twisted into a tube. This will add volume to the scarf. Such products are tied in two knots.

To tie a scarf wide forward, fold it diagonally and tie it at the back of the neck. The front corner and the ends of the accessory must be hidden under the shirt. This method of wearing is also called cowboy. If you want a more informal style, then the headscarf in the front may not be tucked under the shirt. However, this is not appropriate in every image.

Silk scarves are best tied in a four-in-hand knotwhich is used for neckties. It is imperative to fluff the front end so that the image acquires elegance.

To make a paris knot, it is necessary to fold the rectangular scarf in half and put it around the neck so that 2 tails hang down on one side, and on the other there is a loop. Both ends must be threaded through the loop and secured. The edges of the scarf should be hidden under the jacket.

A fake knot will also work for a rectangle shawl. To create it, you need to tie a free knot at one end of the accessory. Then the scarf is worn around the neck like a scarf. The free end must be threaded into the finished knot. The knot is then tightened to the desired length.

The men's scarf is simply created to complement stylish and bright looks. For young people, such an accessory is perfect as a highlight in a daring and at the same time business image. A pair of jeans, a white shirt, and a blazer is great in itself. However, if you add a dark blue neckerchief to it, then the image will become even more attractive.

The neck accessory will be the perfect addition to any costume. Moreover, even older men can afford a little playfulness by choosing, for example, a polka-dot scarf. The main thing is that the accessory is not too big and catchy.

Combined with a leather jacket, sweater and jeans, a scarf around the neck can add a bit of brutality to the look. It is advisable to choose an accessory in the color that is in the clothes in small quantities.