15 New Ways to Tie Your Scarf This Fall

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We’re no strangers to the sartorial power of accessories. In the heart of fall, wool hats, suede ankle boots, and leather gloves become our go-to pieces. Among these essential seasonal accessories are scarves—perhaps the most iconic of them all. Since scarves have established a well-earned status as a staple fall accessory, we are here to show you an arsenal of looks to try with yours this season, lest you're left thinking that the only way to tie a scarf is by draping it around your neck.

If you're in need of some fresh ideas on how to tie a scarf, then check out how some of the most stylish women are wearing them right now. As with most of our style inspiration, we turned to the street style set to take note of all the creative ways they're making their scarves work in their fall outfits. From cool ways to tie them around your neck to unexpected placements like wrapped around your wrist, there is no shortage of inspiration for wearing this fall essential.

Ready to put your scarves to the test this fall? Then simply continue on to get inspired by 15 fresh ways to tie a scarf like a true fashion girl and then shop our favorite styles.

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Style Tip: For an unstudied feel, wrap your scarf once around your neck and leave it untied.

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Vanessa Jackman

Style Tip: Swing a black scarf over one shoulder for an unexpected look.

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Style du Monde

Style Tip: Knot your scarf once on the side of your neck, and then let the sides drape over your front and back. 

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Style du Monde

Style Tip: Toss one side of your scarf over your shoulder and unfold the front to create extra volume.

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The Styleograph

Style Tip: Wrap your scarf around your neck once and tie the ends in the front.

15 ways to wear a scarf this fall

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Candice Lake

Style Tip: Circle your scarf loosely around your neck for an infinity look.

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Gastro Chic

Style Tip: Do a babushka style with a cheerful printed scarf.

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Vanessa Jackman

Style Tip: Tie a square scarf around your neck and leave the ends poking out to the sides for a French-girl vibe.

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Collage Vintage

Style Tip: Simply knot a vibrant scarf around your wrist.

street style-approved ways to wear a scarf

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Vanessa Jackman

Style Tip: Drape the bulk of your scarf in front for a Western-inspired result.

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Vanessa Jackman

Style Tip:  Pair your silk scarf with a letterman jacket for a schoolgirl-inspired outfit.

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Gastro Chic

Style Tip: Swap out your statement necklace for a scarf tied on the lower neckline.

new ways to tie a scarf this fall

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Vanessa Jackman

Style Tip: Secure your scarf around your neck and leave just the tips of the scarf out in front.

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Vanessa Jackma

Style Tip: For a fashion-editor look, simply tuck your scarf into your coat.

Keep scrolling to shop our favorite scarves!

Add a pop of color to any outfit with this.

Style this one with a leather jacket.

Did you hear? Tie-dye is coming back.

Unexpected yet lovely colors for fall.

This delicate print is so pretty.

Bandanas truly never go out of style.

We may be biased, but this abstract print is a fresh take on the leopard trend.

Tie this up in your ponytail just like the model.

This post has been updated by Anna LaPlaca.