Scarf with braids
Bulky knitted scarves
Knitted scarves are not the first season in fashion. The current trend today is voluminous scarves with large knits or with embossed patterns. Many fashion designers include such scarves in their collections, and fashionistas and fashionistas are happy to wear them. Donna Karan (DKNY), Burberry Prorsum and Rodarte presented interesting voluminous knitted scarves and fashionable looks with them.
Chunky knitted scarves are created from thick yarn and with the help of knitting needles or large-diameter crochet hooks, volumetric patterns are obtained through the use of special knitting methods and techniques.
When knitting, these methods are considered:
- english gum;
- braids;
- arans.
The English elastic band is the simplest of these methods for knitting bulky scarves, even a beginner knitter can master it. Scarves knitted with English elastic are always in fashion.
Patterns with braids look very impressive, but their implementation requires a certain skill and the use of an additional, special knitting needle.
The Aranas are three-dimensional knitted patterns that take their name from the Aran Islands off the west coast of Ireland. Initially, such patterns were knitted on warm woolen sweaters worn by local fishermen. By the nature of the pattern, it was even possible to determine in which village the person who wore such clothes lived.
Experienced craftswomen are involved in knitting aran.
Fashion trend
Scarves with braids have become a real trend for the fall / winter season. The range of such accessories is simply inexhaustible: the variety of patterns from braids, a large selection of types and colors of yarn, as well as a variety of styles allows everyone to choose a scarf with braids to their liking.
Scarves with braids will be a good choice for both men and women. This accessory is suitable for people of all ages.Putting on such a scarf with things of a simple cut, you can create a stylish and elegant look.
Styles
Scarves with braids are presented in a variety of styles and options:
- voluminous reversible scarf. The pattern with braids on such a scarf does not differ on both sides, so that it can be worn without hiding the inside out, and wrapped, twisting;
- fringed scarf. A fringed scarf can be decorated not only in width but also in length;
- with pom-poms;
- with a smooth edge;
- scarf-stole, wide scarf. It will warm your shoulders and back, you can put such a scarf over your head;
- in oversized style. Such scarves can completely hide the figure, but the attention of those around you is guaranteed in any case, and also - such an accessory will definitely not freeze;
- with pockets. Pockets here are not a decorative, but a completely functional detail: you can warm your hands, and put your player or phone down;
- scarf-scarf, or bactus, with braids. Knitted scarves headscarves can be of different sizes and decorated in different ways, so there are many ways to tie and wear bactus;
- transforming scarves. They can perform the functions of not only a scarf, but also a vest, sweater, hood, capes ... It all depends on the imagination of the master or designer.
Ring models
- a scarf-snood, or a scarf-collar. This is a ring-shaped scarf. It can be solid, or it can be formed with fasteners or buttons. You can also cover your head with such a scarf, dispensing with a hat. One of the types of scarf-collar is a snood in the form of a Mobius strip. "Mobius strip" (scarf-infinity, scarf-eight) is obtained by connecting the ends of the scarf, having previously turned one of them;
- a scarf-hood with braids is not only an original, but also a very practical accessory: it covers not only the neck, but also the head;
- scarf hood. This model is similar to a snood scarf and a hooded scarf, but the top edge of such a scarf is usually fixed under the chin with ties. Such a scarf can completely replace a hat. Often all these names (snood, tube scarf, hood scarf, hood scarf) are listed as synonyms in the name of one thing;
- shirt-front scarf. Fits tightly to the neck, and its wide part always covers the shoulders. It can be of different lengths.
What to wear with?
A voluminous scarf with braids is always a noticeable and bright detail of a fashionable look.
You can combine such an accessory with things of a strict, laconic, simple cut. It can be a coat or short coat. Bulky scarves with large braids look very cozy and home-like, somewhat careless, due to which the whole image will not be so strict. Scarves can be matched to the outerwear or, conversely, in contrasting colors. The number of things with which you can wear voluminous knitted scarves with braids, and the styles in which they are appropriate, is a large number. Such scarves can be worn both on and under outerwear.
Knitted scarves with braids go well with down jackets and fur coats. With a park or down jacket, it is usually recommended to wear a yoke scarf or a long scarf that is wrapped around the neck several times.
In the spring / fall seasons, these accessories are paired with jackets and leather jackets, warm woolen dresses and jumpers, oversized sweaters and denim clothing.
A voluminous scarf with braids is one of the components of the casual style, here it looks familiar and natural. You can create a bold look by pairing this item with military-style clothing, such as a khaki raincoat. Bulky knitted scarves-collars are also appropriate in a sporty style.
Knitted scarves with braids or aran are good in styles with folk motifs.
How to wear?
There are many ways to wear a scarf, and some of them are related to the style of the scarf.
The ends of the scarf can hang in front by simply hanging it around your neck or by making a few turns beforehand. The ends of the scarf can be tied in a knot or tied through the loop in the middle of the scarf.
You can throw the ends of the scarf behind your back, and wrap the scarf around your neck or throw it over your head, if its width allows it.
Only one end of the scarf can be thrown back. Wide scarves are sometimes fastened with a brooch or buttons at the shoulder or chest. The ends of scarves-scarves are often connected with a brooch. This is done if the size of the scarf is small and the ends cannot be tied together. Large bactus, fastened with a brooch, can be turned into a kind of poncho.
You can wear snood scarves in different ways. If the diameter of the ring and the width of the scarf itself are small, then it is worn around the neck like a collar. You can cover your head with a wide scarf.
Scarves with a large ring diameter are worn in two turns around the neck, and if the width permits, they are thrown over the head like a kind of hood.
