HOW TO WEAR A LARGE SQUARE SCARF

Updated September 22, 2026

Oversized accessories were a major fashion trend in 2014 and 2015. Large square scarves remain especially versatile because their generous dimensions allow many different styling options.

Unlike many oversized pieces, an extra-large silk scarf can be folded, draped and tied in very different ways, from a classic neck scarf to a shoulder wrap, head scarf, belt or sarong.

ANNE TOURAINE Paris™ extra large scarves are 100% silk and, because of their satin touch, you will enjoy their softness around your shoulders or your neck… but not only…

 Here are ten scarf styling ideas - dressy or casual, classic or fun - to consider:

 

~ CLASSIC PARISIAN NECK SCARF

Fold your scarf into two, and then fold it again and again until you create a band. Then tie around your neck with a square knot. This style is perfect to create a fluffy neck scarf which will keep your neck warm.

 

You can also skip the knot step and let the trails hang down. Your scarf is long enough to stay in place.

 

 

~ EXTRA LONG NECK SCARF 

Fold your scarf diagonally to create a very long band. Wear it loose around your neck and tie it to the front - or to the side for a touch of romanticism. One or two knots: your choice!

 

 

~ LARGE RODEO NECK SCARF 

Fold your scarf into a triangle then fold it to shorten a little the triangle; center to the front of your neck. Bring the two tips to the back, cross them and bring them back to the front. Make one or two knots above the pointing tip.

 

~ CLASSIC SHOULDER WRAP 

Fold your scarf in a large triangle. Wrap it around your shoulders to create a shawl and secure with a knot or a scarf ring.

 

 

~ LARGE ASYMMETRIC SHOULDER WRAP 

Fold your scarf in a large triangle. Wrap it around your shoulders in an asymmetric way. Bring the longest trail to the opposite shoulder and let it hang in your back.

 

 

~ HEAD SCARF : A LA GRACE KELLY

Fold your scarf in a large triangle and center it on top of your head, next to your hairline. This way, your scarf won’t slip backwards when you tie it . Cross the two tips under your chin and bring them to the back of your neck. Tie with two tight knots above the pointing triangle. Add sunglasses if you want to complete this Grace Kelly-inspired look.

 

 

~ HEADBAND

Fold your scarf diagonally in a long band. Center on top of your head and tie with two tight knots at the back of your neck.

 

For a touch of glam, wear your scarf / headband on your forehead and play asymmetry again. Do not center your scarf. Instead make a trail longer than the other. Bring the longer trail to the front. Modern, different and playful!

 

 

 

~ BELT

Fold your scarf diagonally in a long band. Wrap it around your waist and secure with two knots (or a fluffy bow). And here you are wearing the most charming belt ever!

 

 

 

~ SARONG / BANDEAU COVER-UP

For a summer cover-up, tie the two upper tips of a large scarf at the front or to one side to create a simple bandeau-style sarong.

 

These photos show how one large square scarf can create many different looks, from classic to casual.