Wear a Scarf Like Dr. Birx

For me personally, the star of the coronavirus coverage has been the many scarves of Dr. Birx! She has found a way to elevate every outfit with a beautifully placed scarf. Robin Givhan from the Washington Post has described her style as “a perfectly calibrated vision of comfort and intelligence”. While not all of us can afford a Hermes scarf like Dr. Birx, you can find scarves in many different mediums and sizes in every price range! Depending on your comfort level, here are a few ways to wear a scarf that will immediately elevate your outfit.

Before we get into the ways you can incorporate a scarf, let’s first look at how Dr. Birx has been wearing hers! One of her go-to looks is using the scarf as a shawl by loosely draping it on her shoulders with a small knot in front. She switches up this look by how loosely the scarf is draped and adding a medium knot when the scarf is arranged tighter. Another one of her fabulous looks is wrapping the scarf around her neck once or twice with a medium knot in front close to her neck so that the ends hang down slightly. A simple but still very chic way she has styled a scarf is with a large loose knot in front up towards the neck allowing the ends to hang generously.

Drape it

Now, we are going to explore some other great ways to wear a scarf! One of the easiest ways to incorporate a scarf is by just draping it around your neck. This works best with a rectangular scarf, but you can make any shape work. Drape the scarf around your neck, wrap it around once and let drape, or wrap it a few times to create a soft choker look. Both ends of the scarf can be draped in the front or the back, or you can place one in front and one in back. Square scarves can be folded in half to drape over the neck and shoulders. Play around with the shape of the scarf you are using to see how it looks best around your neck.

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Knot it

If you want to get a little more creative with your scarf, you can add knots and bows. Start with wrapping the scarf around your neck one or two times, then tie in front. You can play around with this by adjusting the number of times you wrap and incorporating different knots. Adding a bow with the knot can create a beautiful, feminine look. If you are working with a square scarf, fold it in half to make a triangle and then tie it in the back. Adjust the front portion to your liking.

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Try it Somewhere Besides your Neck

If you are feeling adventurous, you can wrap the scarf in your hair or even use it as a belt! You can either fold your scarf or roll it to create a headband or turban. It can be braided into your hair or tied around a ponytail as well! Depending on the shape of the scarf, you can wear it as a belt or wrap it around your wrist for a fun bracelet look. You can even tie a scarf to a purse to add some flair!

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There really is no wrong way to wear a scarf. There aren’t any rules so you can make your own! A nice scarf is a great accessory considering all the ways you can wear it! It’s also a great way to incorporate color and patterns to a dull outfit. Remember to have fun with the styling, and don’t be afraid to go out of your comfort zone a little in order to achieve an elevated look!

Tara Hooper

I admit it. I’m a high-heel shoe advocate who has a smidge of diva in her … and I wouldn’t have it any other way! Looking back, my story has always been sprinkled with style. From my roots in hair and makeup artistry to competing in the pageant world for two decades, I’ve surrounded myself with style and image for as long as I can remember. I’ve worn crowns for Mrs. Alabama, Mrs. USA Petite, and Mrs. Elite Texas, just to name a few. These experiences have made me the master of stage presence and communication. I came to realize that along with appearance, those were the golden nuggets of a confident image. When those three elements were mastered, success would be inevitable. I had already trained with the best in image consulting, personal styling and professional development at the world-renowned London Image Institute. Beyond image consulting, I became certified in strategic communications and corporate consultancy. Over the years, this business owner and entrepreneur slash pageant queen image diva developed the knowledge, training and grit to coach clients on making powerful connections and developing a clear and powerful personal brand. It became my passion to help clients create a style they love, be an effective communicator and gush confidence in a rock solid image. I believe in self-care, personal growth and FUN! I love tennis, travel and pageantry. Giving back is important to me, so I volunteer with WINGS a program that empowers women through business and financial education, as well as “Look Good Feel Better,” a program that assists cancer patients with appearance and self-esteem during treatment and post-operation recovery. I'm a San Diego native living in North Dallas where I proudly hold the titles of wife, mom and transformation queen.

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