Happy Wednesday, friends! I try to do a “different” type of blog post every Wednesday, so today I thought I’d share a quick tutorial for how I tie my blanket scarves. Every fall I start to get a lot of questions on how to tie scarves… I did a blog post on this back in 2014 but it very badly needs an update!! Tying a blanket scarf is relatively easy, you just have to play with it a lot! Definitely have a mirror nearby. 😉
FYI, a “blanket scarf” is different from other types of scarves. They are square, and often very large, just like a blanket! They’re my favorite type of scarf because they’re INCREDIBLY cozy. Just imagine wrapping yourself up in your softest blanket and wearing it all day!
Step One: You want to unfold the scarf completely (you may have to lay it out on the floor) and then fold opposite ends together so that it creates a triangle (above, right).
Step Two: Keeping the point of the triangle angled downwards, you want to grab opposite ends of the scarf and wrap around your neck (below). You will have to pull the ends tight to get it where you want it.
Step Four: Tuck the ends of the scarf underneath the pointed end of the triangle. This is where I have to play with it a lot to get it how I want it! If it doesn’t look right, just tug on areas all around the scarf until it looks good. It’s supposed to be big!
And, voila!
You have a perfectly tied blanket scarf.
I wanted to quickly show the difference between a blanket scarf and a regular scarf! A regular scarf is long and rectangular (below). You can wear a rectangular scarf many different ways…
For outfit details, see below! 🙂
blanket scarf // rectangular scarf // white tee (only $18!) // AG jeans // UGG boots in “chestnut suede”
Let me know if you have any questions!
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great tutorial and these scarves are so pretty.
xo
PinkSole
Love blanket scarves! And this post! Can't wait to wear them all day long!
You know how to wear such scarfs perfectly! I have to admit such scarfs don't look as good on me 🙂
xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
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Love both scarves! What a great little tutorial!
Love this! Targets dollar area just had a ton of blanket scarves in different fall colors for only $7 each …,,I may or may not have purchased the entire shelf! 😜
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All pretty ways to wear it!!!
Be Happy with Fashion
Love this post! That blanket scarf is the CUTEST!
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I love blanket scarves and the way you've put them in this post is how I usually wear them too!
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So so helpful! I always wondered how to tie one, I'm hoping to get a blanket scarf this fall!
Ashley // MyWellDressedLife.com
Gimme all the blanket scarves! I can't wait to wear them all season!
xo, Nina
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Love this and I can imagine how comfy a blanket scarf is. So helpful if I ever need to wear one.
Jackie | fashionxfairytale |
I love blanket scarves! I just got one last fall, thanks for the tutorial!
Kendal // Life With Kendal
I like both types of scarves but I especially like blanket scarves during this time of year since they keep me warm and cozy!
Polly
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Seriously needed this tutorial because I never know how to tie the blanket scarves. I usually just put over my neck and leave it hanging lol
Great tutorial! Is the white top sheer or see-through?
Such a gorgeous post, Caitlin! Love how you wear yours!
Arum Lilea
Blanket scarves are simply the best thing ever. I usually tie them like you did in this post but sometimes I want a more "uneven" look and I tilt it a bit so that the end in the bottom is more to the left or to the right.
Such a great, informative post! Thanks for sharing!
xx, Hannah
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Such a fun way to wear a scarf! I love all your picks, especially that leopard one 🙂 Thanks for sharing <3
xx Tess | Sequins are the New Black
So helpful thank you – I'm clueless when it comes to getting that cozy look. Much needed post as we get into fall weather and fall styles (SO EXCITED!)…
Maria // EducationChic
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This was so helpful!! I bought a Zara blanket scarf in NYC a couple weeks ago and everytime I try it on it swallows me- haha!! 🙂 I will have to try your tips.
xoxo A
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I always wondered how to tie a blanket scarf! Thanks for sharing!
xoxo
Sharan
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Thanks for the tutorial, I've been wrapping mine a completely different way but I love this version!
xo, Carey
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Thanks for sharing these. So going to have to give the first one a try.
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Great post! It can sometimes be tricky to get them just right, I know what you mean!
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I love blankets scarves! Cannot wait till it's cool enough where I live to wear them! P.S. Your lashes are amazing girl what mascara/eyelash curler do you use??
xoxox,
Abigail
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Love this tutorial! Thanks for sharing!
Kari
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I have never worn a blanket scarf before, but I just bought one at Target and am so excited to try this out!
Lauren | prettyasapeonyblog.blogspot.com
Love blanket scarf<3 so cozy and great for fall <3
xo,
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Cute little round up!! It's definitely one of those things that seems simple, but love the detail.
xo,
Sara Kate Styling
blanket scarves are my favorite!
ClassToCloset
Thanks for sharing this.
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Would you mind sharing where your shelves are from? They are gorgeous!
Love your blog! Where is your rug from?
Great post! Thanks dear 🙂
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Love this tutorial! The blanket scarf is so cute!! XO
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Can I ask where you got your shelves behind you in these photos?
I was just about to ask for a tutorial on how to tie the cute orange blanket scarf from the snake this year, so glad I searched your blog first! So cute, thanks for the help!