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Wrapped up: How to wear your scarf Last weekend was a chiller! With all my winter wear stored comfortably in a Manhattan storage facility, I was left defenseless as unexpected 50-degree weather moved in. Whenever I make a remark about cold weather among family and friends I always get the side eye which is quickly followed by "girl you lived in New York, you should be used to this." I don't think I will ever get accustomed to the cold weather — but if you're like me, here are some tips to help you cope over the next few days. The key to keeping warm in cooler temperatures is to pile on the layers. Given that many local fashionistas have a limited cold- weather wardrobe, several light layers will do the trick. Forget the bulky winter coats. Think tank top, long sleeve blouse, cardigan, blazer and top it all off with the sweetest frosting for the season, a chic scarf. Even if you've never lived in a cold weather climate, chances are you have a few silk head scarves and a couple pashminas in your wardrobe arsenal. Scarves are ideal for virtually every season. From sophisticated silk square scarfs to thick, long wool and cashmere numbers. With the cool weather we're now having, dust them off and try out one of my favorite ways to wear them for a look that is weather appropriate and au courant as there are tons of ways to wear your scarf — tied, knotted or draped. I have always loved the elegance of a silk scarf. For those who must slip on a suit for the office, this is also a chic way to keep your neck warm when the temperatures drop. My favorite way to wear a silk scarf is in a French knot around the neck. Follow these five steps to get the look yourself! Silk Scarf: French Knot * Take your square scarf and fold it along the bias until you get a band that is two inches wide. * Center your scarf around your neck with ends facing the back. Wrap around and bring ends to front. * Tie a loose single knot in the middle of your neck underneath the chin. * Twist the scarf to one side of the neck so that the knot is not centered under the chin but slightly twisted to the side of your choice. * Tie a double knot and let the ends of the scarf hang freely and voila — a French knot scarf! For those who need a little extra warmth around the neck, forgo the silk and grab your pashmina. With pashminas available locally for 10 bucks a pop, this humble accessory is one of the best bangs for your buck and a timeless investment. We typically use pashminas as shawls but their uses are endless. In this weather, my favorite way to wear my pashmina is in a classic European knot. This is one of the simplest ways to wear a pashmina and is quick and effortless. Follow the five steps below to get the look yourself. Pashmina — European Look * Fold the pashmina in half lengthwise. * Fold the pashmina in half along the width. * You will be left with a looped end and an open end with the tassels hanging. * Place the pashmina around your neck so that looped end is on your right shoulder and the tassels on your left. * Pull the open end with the tassels through the loop and tighten as desired, and voila, a chic pashmina to keep you warm! There are tons of different ways to wear your scarf. Whether silk, cotton, wool or cashmere, invest in a few to keep you warm during this cold front for an affordable and timeless addition to your wardrobe.
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