STYLE YOUR HAIR WITH A DAZZLING SILK SCARF

Updated September 22, 2026

A silk scarf can add color, pattern and movement to many hairstyles. Here are several ideas using either an oblong silk scarf or a square silk scarf folded diagonally into a long band.

☞ Turban

A headband or turban-style wrap works with both long and short hair, with many possible ways to tie and position the scarf.

Wear it the classic way (start on top of your head and end with a double knot at the back of your neck) or for a touch of fun, tie it to the side or on top of your head with a knot or a bow.

If your scarf is long enough, think about a double wrap: start at the back of your neck, bring the two tips to the top of your head; cross them and bring them back to the back of your neck, then tie. This double-wrap method adds volume and structure to the style.

☞ Ponytail

Once again, there are many options. First you will have to decide if you want your ponytail very high on your head or very low in your neck.

If your ponytail is high, you can wrap your scarf once or several times around it then tie it above or under your ponytail. This style works with either a shorter or longer scarf.

If your ponytail is low, simply tie your scarf around it halfway between your neck and the end of your hair. Allow the tips of your scarf to dangle along with your hair.

☞ Scarf braid

For a scarf braid, use the scarf as one of the strands and braid it together with your hair. Before proceeding, bring your low ponytail to the side of your neck. It will make it easy for you to braid both your hair and your scarf.

☞ Fun bun

Wrap the scarf around the base of a bun and tie it into a bow at the front, side or back for a playful accent. 

☞ B&B (Braid and Bun ;-))

Once the scarf-and-hair braid is complete, gather it into a side bun for another variation.

☞ A la Audrey Hepburn

Start with styling your hair into a neat bun. Then take your scarf and create a knot in the center of it. Center the scarf knot next to your bun and pull the two ends down to your nape. Secure with a double knot. This creates a polished, vintage-inspired finish.

Long or short hair can be styled with a scarf in many different ways. Choose a color and pattern that complement your outfit and experiment with the placement that suits your hairstyle.