How to Tie a Scarf As a Skirt

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While scarves are great accessories for cool weather, they can seem pretty impractical when warmer temperatures arrive. Thankfully, you can easily repurpose your scarves, as long as they’re at least 2 yards (1.8 m) long. It only takes a few minutes to tie your large, flowing scarves into long and short skirts that are perfect for a variety of occasions.

Method 1
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Making a Breezy Skirt

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    Hold the scarf lengthwise in both hands and drape it behind your waist. Wrap the scarf around the front of your waist, then loop both ends of the scarf behind your back. Tie the 2 upper corners of fabric together, securing them in a double-knot so the skirt doesn't accidentally come loose while you're wearing it . [1]
    • Use a larger scarf if you’d like the skirt to reach your ankles or feet.
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    Grab 1 corner of dangling fabric from your scarf and fold it into the front waistband of your skirt. You can leave just one side tucked in, or you can tuck in the other end as well to create a more exaggerated, open look. [2]
    • There should be 2 corners of fabric dangling in front of your waist whenever you create a scarf skirt.
    • Always fold the fabric upwards. For instance, if the corner of fabric is dangling in front of your left leg, pull it up and tuck it into the left side of your waistband.
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    Form a simple wrap skirt as a base for your outfit. Once you’ve done this, tuck both ends of the scarf fabric into the back section of your waistband. Note that the back of this skirt will be longer than the front portion. [3]
    • Tuck the fabric on the side that it’s dangling on. For instance, if 1 corner of fabric is dangling in front of your right leg, you’d wrap and tuck it behind your right leg.
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    Wrap the scarf lengthwise around your body, letting the loose ends and corners of the fabric dangle along your hip. Secure the scarf in a double-knot along your hip, creating a loose, knee-length skirt. [4]
    • If you’re using an especially large scarf, consider folding the material in half before wrapping it around your waist.
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    Find an accessorizing belt that matches the color scheme or style of your skirt. Arrange the belt around your waist and tighten it into place to create a nice sense of division between your top and your scarf skirt. [5]
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Creating a Pleated Skirt

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    Find a dark or neutral-colored slip that covers your midsection without showing through the fabric. That will help keep you covered in case the skirt shifts while you're wearing it. [9]
    • Make sure the slip is a little shorter than the width of the scarf you're using. Otherwise, it may show under your skirt.
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    Use a soft measuring tape to figure out the circumference of your waist. With this measurement, search online for a large elastic band that will comfortably fit around your torso. Arrange this band around your waist, or wherever you’d like the waistband of your skirt to go. [10]
    • Make sure that the elastic wrap fits snugly without being painfully tight.
    • Try to use a neutral-toned elastic band that won’t distract from your skirt, like brown, black or tan.
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    Hold your scarf fabric lengthwise in both hands and start pinching the material into pleats. Stack the pleats behind one another to create an accordion of fabric. As you fold, try to make each pleat around 2 to 3 in (5.1 to 7.6 cm) wide, or however large you’d like your pleats to be. [11]
    • Your fabric will look like a folded fan once you’ve arranged it into pleats.
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    Take the top 2 to 3 in (5.1 to 7.6 cm) of scarf fabric and fold it over the top of the elastic band. Pinch and expand the scarf fabric along the circumference of the band to assemble the skirt and make the pleats more visible. [12]
    • If you want your skirt to be shorter, fold a larger amount of fabric over the waistband.
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    Fold and pinch the slit of your skirt together to form an impromptu hem. Use at least 1 small safety pin to connect both sections of the scarf together. Enjoy wearing your pleated scarf to a variety of casual or formal events! [13]
    • For extra security, consider pinning the folded fabric into place behind the elastic band.
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    Red looks good on almost everyone. Red clothing, shoes, and accessories suit all people. However, red lipstick is better for those who have a darker skin tone.
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      Things You’ll Need

      Making a Breezy Skirt

      • Large scarf
      • Belt

      Creating a Pleated Skirt

      • Slip
      • Elastic band
      • Safety pins

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