Collar scarf - comfortable bib

With the onset of the first cold weather, we think about warm and stylish accessories. In this regard, a cozy scarf-collar, or bib, which will warm your neck and shoulders, and will also become an elegant completion of the image, is a wonderful solution.

Scarves-shirtfronts came into fashion in the middle of the 20th century thanks to Christian Dior, who harmoniously complemented the coat-dresses from the New look collection with this accessory. The idea was supported by Karl Lagerfeld, who already in the 60s developed a whole line of similar models. In the 80s, the scarf-collar is gaining more and more popularity, since this thing can easily be knitted even by an inexperienced needlewoman. In the 90s, the shirt-front is gradually losing ground to the stylish snood and only a few years ago it appears again in the adult and children's wardrobe.

The main advantage of a practical collar scarf is that it is perfectly fixed on the neck and does not slip. But this often happens with traditional scarves, especially when you are actively moving. It is for this reason that shirt fronts are worn for hunting and fishing, or simply for nature in winter.

The collar scarf is a popular children's accessory. Mothers willingly knit or buy them for their children.Indeed, even during a short walk, the scarf can fall off the baby's neck or end up on his nose, which increases the likelihood of getting sick.

The traditional model of the shirt-front is a short, slightly covering the shoulders of the poncho, equipped with a high neckline, tightly fitting to the neck. However, today there are also more voluminous options (close to a snood or a scarf-tube), which create the effect of layering. Such accessories, if desired, can be transformed into a hood. Traditionally, shirt-front scarves are knitted, it can be both small and large knitting with various patterns.

This sports bib-front scarf is a great addition to your winter outdoor workout kits. Usually these are one-piece knitted items. For athletes, options with a hood that fit tightly around the neck and head are also very convenient - they successfully replace the hat.

A buttoned scarf can also be tight-fitting or more bulky. The most practical is a short bib, which can be easily fastened and unfastened. A long scarf-collar, as a rule, is equipped with several buttons and fits almost any clothing.

The ideal material for knitted bibs is semi-woolen yarn (for example, half acrylic). Wool is a natural raw material, it does not impede air circulation, it allows moisture to pass through and perfectly conserves heat, but it has one significant drawback - woolen things roll and stretch during wear. Acrylic additives prevent this.

Collar scarves made of thick yarn keep their shape best - they are dense and, moreover, warm even in severe frost.

Fur options can be made from both natural (usually short-haired) and synthetic fur.

• Men's bibs usually have a restrained monochromatic color - black, blue, brown. In some cases, a discreet abstract or geometric ornament may be present on the product.

• Women's models are more diverse in this regard - the color of a cozy scarf-collar can be any, the main thing is that it fits well into the main ensemble. White and beige options are popular. There are multi-colored accessories with weaves of different threads. Melange always looks gentle. Interesting shirt-fronts with patterns: stars, chains, stripes.

• The richest colors, of course, are for children's models. There are most of all bright saturated options here. Dies are often knitted from sectional yarns and include multi-colored patterns.

1. When choosing a comfortable bib, pay attention, of course, to the quality of the product - the density and composition of the yarn must correspond to the season.
2. In addition, it is extremely important to choose the size of the product, because the collar scarf should sit tightly, neatly hugging the neck - in this case, it will reliably protect you from the cold. But even in too narrow a thing, you will feel uncomfortable.
3. It should be noted that this accessory is especially suitable for those with a high neck. Otherwise, the shirt-front will not look at all advantageous - the chin will visually merge with the shoulders, especially for models made of thick yarn and large knitting.
4. Choosing the color of the shirt front, be guided by your color type and think in advance with what you will combine it.

A scarf-collar, made of fine fabric, in spring and summer will become an alternative to a blouse under a jacket, which is sometimes required by an office dress code. At the same time, observe the “rule of three colors”.

It is preferable to wear a knitted bib with woolen or knitted items. Also, this accessory will match a jacket made of corduroy, leather, tweed coat.

Warm options from thick yarn can be worn under a down jacket or parka. Winter fur shirt-fronts are usually combined with fur coats, just do not combine natural and artificial fur in one ensemble - this is tasteless. In addition, a fur collar scarf can turn an evening dress into a particularly stylish outfit, especially if the accessory is fastened with a brooch with precious stones.

Knitted shirt-front with a high collar of a beautiful light gray shade, which is very suitable for fair-haired girls. The model completely covers the shoulders and chest, protecting them from the cold. The pattern of the scarf-collar includes a combination of embossed braids and the front surface, while the lines of the raglan are decorated with exquisite openwork paths. The collar with a turn-up is made with a thicker elastic band. Crocheted edge of the product looks very gentle and romantic. The gray shade of the shirt front is successfully combined with a snow-white pullover.

A miniature scarf shirt-front looks like one piece with a pullover, ideally combined with it in terms of color. To quite ordinary clothes of a discreet blue color, it gives a unique zest and a romantic look. The knitted shirt-front is made with an interesting jacquard pattern made of threads of cold colors; the front of the product is fixed by means of small brown buttons.