A cravat or a long silk scarf is a versatile accessory

The gentleman's scarf, or long silk scarf, is truly one of the most classic accessories with many uses. A long silk scarf completes the look whether paired with a wool coat or a blazer. Nothing is as stylish as a silk scarf casually draped around the neck with a separate jacket, which speaks to the wearer's style, while when worn with a wool coat, this accessory truly finishes off a gentleman's outfit.

Fortunately, this stylish accessory has not been completely forgotten but still finds its place on the right occasion. A long silk scarf crowns a stylish outfit in both winter and summer. This accessory is the perfect choice for the right occasion, no matter where you are going, a silk scarf never fails stylistically. It also adapts well to a casually elegant outfit, yet always elevates the ensemble to a new level. 

This very classic accessory has somewhat fallen into the background in use nowadays, replaced by more casual scarves and a more relaxed style. Fortunately, this classic accessory can still be used for exactly the purpose you need. It adapts excellently to a casual everyday style, adding just the right touch to the ensemble, or it completes the perfect gentleman look alongside a formal coat.  

The scarf is a classic

The silk scarf has been used for a long time and has brought style to its wearer for decades. The silk scarf has also been part of everyday life due to its functionality; for example, pilots used to wear white silk scarves to protect their necks (back when flying was a bit different and cockpits were open). Men's silk scarves have also been a staple accessory for gentlemen in the glamour-filled Hollywood for a long time. History tells us, among other things, that Beethoven wore a silk scarf combined with an elegant suit, making it a part of fashion. The silk scarf has thus been known as a stylish accessory for hundreds of years and it is still definitely one of the accessories that completes a gentleman's style.

  
Combine skillfully

Nowadays, the silk scarf is one of the few accessories in a man's wardrobe, but it is an accessory that definitely deserves more attention. With a silk scarf, you can express your personality appropriately, and it certainly doesn't mean being boringly formal. You can play with a silk scarf, use color, and take a more relaxed approach. The best thing about a silk scarf is that it adapts to whatever the situation requires, whether it's casual wear with a blazer or completing a formal outfit for an event. 

You can start choosing silk scarves in the same way you would choose a suitable tie. You can select a color that matches the spirit of the blazer, for example, blue with a blue blazer, or boldly choose a red silk scarf where the unifying factor could be the pattern of the scarf. 

With a colorful silk scarf, we recommend a plain shirt to keep the patterns and colors in check. A colorful silk scarf adds just the right amount of freshness to your outfit, making it perfect for pairing with a dark coat or blazer. With a heavily patterned jacket, we recommend a more subdued, preferably plain silk scarf. Always choose the opposite between subdued and colorful when it comes to other elements of your ensemble, so that balance and style are maintained.

Use a silk scarf in many different ways

When worn with a blazer, a silk scarf provides a suitably relaxed accessory that still creates just the right impression of its wearer. A silk scarf can be worn in several different ways, either tied around the neck or hanging freely. If the silk scarf is thin, you can wear it tied around the neck like an ascot. Tie the scarf lightly around your neck, slightly spread the knot, and tuck the extra parts of the scarf under your collar shirt. This adds just the right amount of formality to the outfit and can be used in place of a tie or bowtie. 

Tie the scarf in a loose knot. This is a suitably casual-looking combination and fits perfectly for stylish everyday wear. It is easy and purposefully suits stylish everyday wear. The scarf doesn't need to be specially arranged; rather, you achieve a relaxed look by tying the scarf loosely without straightening every wrinkle. Its purpose is to complete your outfit with a 'tossed-on' look. The aim of this ensemble is not to give an impression of being tip-top, but rather to add the final touch to a relaxed style.

With scarves, you can always give a new look to your blazer. You can simply wrap a long scarf around your neck and let the ends hang freely inside or outside the garment, depending on which feels more natural to you.

A silk scarf from Villavuori keeps you warm

A long silk scarf with wool lining is an excellent choice to wear with a wool coat. This combination is well-suited for formal occasions. When attending a suit event in cool weather, it is advisable to choose a long wool coat and pair it with a silk scarf that elevates the overall look. You can wear the silk scarf around your neck and let it drape freely when the coat is open. In cool weather, you can wrap the scarf around your neck so that it keeps you warm and looks neat when the coat is closed. 

Usually, the color of a wool coat is dark, so a scarf is a good way to add some color to your winter outfit. 

We absolutely believe that you shouldn't hesitate to use a silk scarf, and you can make it the perfect accessory for yourself by choosing a purpose that feels right for you and selecting as colorful as you want. Boldly use a silk scarf!