Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy.
At the end of the day, a scarf is a rectangular piece of fabric; it can be whatever you want it to be. I nailed 8 different ways to tie it, but the options are endless. Shop 15 silky scarves you can wear as a top, a head wrap, a sarong, and of course, around your neck, here.
Madras Plaid Silk Bandana Scarf Kate Spade New York
Put this scarf on and suddenly you're digging through your parents' house in search of your old pedal pushers.
Fancy scarves don't have to come at a steep price.
My new summer style inspo comes directly from Jawbreaker, and those mean girls would definitely wear this scarf as a tube top.
You can never have too many neckerchiefs.
Floral Extra-Large Sheer Square Scarf Banana Republic
An extra large scarf like this one encourages you to use your imagination.
Triangle Shawl Veronique Leroy
Gold fringe trim makes this ideal for an evening out.
Manda Blue Scarf A Peace Treaty
Strategically tie this large scarf on your hip and wear it as a skirt.
Summers in Greece require fruit-printed accessories.
Stradivarius Leopard Print Neck Scarf ASOS
Can't you picture this with a leather biker jacket?
The mother of all silk scarves come courtesy of Hérmes.
Try a wholesome Ali MacGraw moment and wrap this ‘70s-era plaid around your head.
Do as they say and 'Guccify Yourself' with this OTT print.
J.Crew Women's Summerweight Pom-Pom Scarf - Women's Accessories | J.Crew
J.Crew Women's Summerweight Pom-Pom Scarf - Women's Accessories | J.Crew
This is a beachy, multi-purpose scarf: wear it when it gets cold, lay it down as a mini blanket, or tie it around your waist as a coverup.
A simple white tee is so much cuter with daisies.
A Little Black Bathing suit requires a chic, polka dot coverup.
Justine Carreon is the market editor at ELLE.com covering fashion, Dutch ovens, and fashion again. When she isn’t approaching style through a modern, accessible lens, she’s scouring eBay for vintage Levi’s and pretending she knows how to surf. Before joining ELLE.com in 2015 she worked as a freelance writer and stylist in New York City.
20 Pairs of Comfortable High Heels to Shop Now
The Accessories Edit: ELLE’s April Must-Haves
Bottega Veneta’s Andiamo Tote Is The New It Bag
The 10 Best Watches From Watches and Wonders 2023
