16 February 2010 , originally uploaded by academichic.Sources:
- black dress – H&M
- black tights – from Romania
- black boots – Banana Republic
- Pedant – Anthropologie
- Scarf under belt – thrifted in San Fran
- Belt – TJMaxx
Endnotes:
This look was inspired by one of the Hermès scarf-tying tips found in their online tutorial. While most of their knots were familiar to me, I came across this idea and was pleasantly surprised: layering a scarf under a skinny belt to make an interesting scarf/belt obi is another great idea for sprucing up an otherwise ‘blank canvas‘ look. So this past weekend, I pulled out my black shirt dress, added black tight and boots, and went grabbing for my scarves and skinny belts. I tried several scarf + belt combinations until I settled on this one, really liking the analogous combination of the orange fabric with the red leather.
Scarf + Belt detail, originally uploaded by academichic.
I tucked the ends of the scarf underneath the scarf sash, so that they didn’t stick out at the back (as shown in the Hermès image above). I then belted the scarf obi in place and was pleased to discover that the belt helped keep the scarf from shifting or moving even while walking around with a coat thrown on top of it. This was such a simple way to add a point of interest to a monochromatic outfit and I think the scarf adds so much more depth and richness than just the belt on its own. I am definitely going to experiment with other belt + scarf combinations, creating blue and green analogous pairings or perhaps bolder complimentary color mixes the next time around.
What do you think, would you give this one a try? S.
16 February 2010 , originally uploaded by academichic.
Wow, that is an adorable look! I love the color combination, too.
That looks fabulous.
Are you going to join the Spring Capsule Wardrobe Challenge?
That looks really great! I never would have thought of that. I love the look and will keep in mind to maybe try one day.
I’m definately trying this soon! It’s gorgeous!
I love this one!
I love this idea! I love lighter colorful scarves but always felt the way i tied them made me look old! thanks for the inspiration!
This is SUCH a great idea!! I’m totally excited about giving this one a shot. And wherever you’ve been taking your pictures is so stunning. Everything’s just gorgeous today!
It looks great! I’ll definitely be trying that out.
Love it!!! And the orange color scheme looks very Hermes.
In short: yes! Thank you for the inspiration once again.
Every time I see you in these snowy woods, I think of the film Let the Right One In. Have you seen it? Maybe you shouldn’t…you might be too frightened to return to your lovely spot!
This is really cute and original. I will be trying it soon! Thanks for showing us how to do it.
wow! this is sooo cute! I never even thought about this! im a new follower and im so happy i did :)
Love the way you belted this! The fabric and the leather look great together.
Ooh! That is really cool! I love it, and would definitely try it!
I like this a lot. Especially the perfect little touches of blue to complement the red and orange. Yeah for colour wheel magic!
I just love your whole look in the first picture.
Ooh, that’s an awesome look! I love that you get not only a visual (color-on-color) contrast, but a textural one too. What could be more fun than leather and silk?
If the scarf is long enough to allow for it, I think it would be interesting to experiment with different obi-style knots/bows in the back.
i like this a lot – i’ll have to try it, thanks!
Oh you look so pretty. Have I told you before that I envy your hair? It always looks so good!
Great way to wear a scarf, I’ll have to try that!
This is brilliant. I’m loving your scarf month.
I cannot wait to try this, it looks amazing!
So chic and original! The backdrop of snow is enchanting as well :)
I can’t wait to try this sometime soon!
So there IS something new under the sun. Loverly!
love love love it!
I haven’t found belts to work particularly well on me, but the scarf-belt duo just might be the trick!
This is a great idea! Something I’ll have to try.
very cool! i like that you tucked the ends… i wonder if it would look okay if you left them out? hmm… gonna have to try this. i am loving this little scarf month series!
This is so clever! I must remember to try this
Okay I’m super late on commenting, but this is such a great look with the belted scarf. You look gorgeous and the background is a total winter wonderland! Cant wait to try this =)
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