How to Wear a Blanket Scarf: 6 Easy Ways to Stay Warm and Chic

A blanket scarf is big, soft and warm, and it can make even a plain coat look styled. Because it is so large, it can also feel hard to wear. This guide shows you how to wear a blanket scarf in 6 easy ways, using real photos from women in the US and the UK.

Quick answer: Wrap the blanket scarf once around your neck and let the ends hang in front, or fold it into a triangle and wear it over your shoulders like a wrap. Keep your coat simple and let the scarf bring the color or pattern.

Step 1: Wrap a Bright Blanket Scarf Once

1Bright blanket scarf wrapped once2Ends hang long in front

The easiest way is to wrap the scarf once around your neck and let both ends hang down. A bright color like red or orange makes a brown or camel coat pop.

Step 2: Wear a Plaid Scarf as a Shoulder Wrap

1Plaid scarf worn as a wrap2Red flats match the plaid

Fold your blanket scarf into a triangle and drape it over your shoulders like a wrap. It looks cozy over a sweater on cool fall days.

Step 3: Let a Long Scarf Hang With a Long Coat

1Long scarf left hanging2Long coat and wide jeans

With a long coat, you can just drape the scarf around your neck and let it hang open. It makes a long line from top to bottom that looks tall and sleek.

Step 4: Add a Plaid Scarf to a Navy Coat

1Plaid blanket scarf2Long navy coat

Plaid blanket scarves and navy coats are a classic pair. Wrap the scarf loosely and let the ends sit on top of the coat.

Step 5: Go Tonal With a Grey Scarf

1Grey blanket scarf draped open2Grey trousers in the same tone

A tonal outfit means wearing one color family from top to bottom. A grey blanket scarf with grey trousers looks calm, modern and expensive.

Step 6: Pick a Soft Wool Blend

1Soft plaid wool blend

The fabric makes a big difference. A soft wool or wool blend scarf drapes better, feels warmer and looks more expensive than a thin acrylic one.

Blanket Scarf Mistakes to Avoid

• Wrapping it three or four times. It looks bulky and hides your neck.
• Mixing a busy plaid scarf with a busy coat.
• Wearing it with a big puffy jacket. Pick a slim coat.
• Letting the ends drag down past your knees.

FAQs

How do you wear a blanket scarf with a coat?

Wrap it once and let the ends hang over the coat, or tuck the ends inside a coat that is open.

Can you wear a blanket scarf as a shawl?

Yes. Fold it into a triangle and drape it over your shoulders over a sweater or jacket.

How do you tie a blanket scarf?

Fold it in half, put it around your neck and pull both ends through the loop for a knot that stays.

What colors of blanket scarf are best?

Camel, grey and cream go with everything. Plaid and bright red add a fun pop.

Now You Know How to Wear a Blanket Scarf

Wrap it once, wear it as a wrap or let it hang with a long coat. One soft blanket scarf can keep you warm and make every winter outfit look styled.

More ideas: how to wear a scarf, how to wear a shawl and how to style a trench coat.