Maximize Your Wardrobe With One Blanket Scarf, Four Ways
Today’s post combines a few of our recent lessons, so you may want to brush up! Check out What Is A Blanket Scarf & How To Wear It and How To Wear Leggings Appropriately to be 100% up to date.
Who wants to be fashionable and comfortable? I’m confident in saying that we would all love for comfort and style to go hand in hand. It’s absolutely achievable and all you need are two things: leggings and a blanket scarf. You might think this style is a one trick pony but let’s take a step back for a moment and look at these pieces from a different perspective. Wipe your mental slate clean!
By simply draping or wrapping the blanket scarf in a different way, you can create a completely different look. Take this look for example. I’m wearing the exact same oversized sweater, leggings, boots, and even jewelry! The blanket scarf is literally the only difference between these four looks, yet they all look pretty different.
We’re not doing magic tricks here! It’s called maximizing your closet by taking something you already have and wearing it differently each time so it appears new. Ready to maximize your closet? Let me show you how it’s done!
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This is the classic way to wear a blanket scarf; simply draped over your shoulders. The draping gives it a nice boho-vibe and it’s simple and easy! There isn’t much to it but it’s definitely my favorite way to wear my blanket scarf. You can just throw it on and run!
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WRAPPED
Wrapping your blanket scarf is ideal on a chilly day! It was breezy and chilly today, so I just took the bottom corner of the scarf and threw it over the opposite shoulder. It really made a difference in keeping me warm! Plus, I think this wrapped version looks pulled together and polished. This style would be great for the office!
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BELTED
Is there anything I won’t belt? The answer is no! A few of you have pointed out that I belt things often and that is completely the truth. I have quite a collection of belts and it’s one of my favorite accessories because it can really transform a look. It can completely change the look of a top- or in this case, blanket scarf- and it’s the perfect tool for creating a waist, which is very flattering for any body type. I love how this belt gives my scarf a kimono silhouette!
This White House Black Market belt is my current favorite because it’s a classic, thick black belt. It simply goes with anything!
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PINNED
Brooches are the perfect way to add a vintage touch to a look and it’s another great way to transform your blanket scarf! I simply grabbed the bottom corner of my scarf and pinned it to itself near my shoulder, but there’s about a million different ways to rock this style. The brooch I’m wearing is a flower with a zipper design, so it adds a feminine accent with an edge. I love the fact that it’s black like my scarf because I think black on black is so chic!
THE LOOK
Banana Republic Oversized Sweater (similar: Banana Republic Split Hem Boyfriend Sweater) // Express Stretch Leggings // Apt 9 Color Block Blanket Scarf, Kohl’s // White House Black Market Oversized Belt (similar: WHBM Saffiano Textured Belt) // Tommy Hilfiger Dabian Riding Boot // Old Navy Statement Necklace (similar: BaubleBar Frank Bib) // Dominique Cohen x Miss Me Fleur de Lis Earrings c/o Miss Me // Movado Bold Luxe Chronograph c/o Movado
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Did you know blanket scarves could be so versatile? What’s your favorite way to wear it? Show me your style! Post your blanket scarf look on Instagram and tag me (@theclosetbychristie).
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I love your blanket scarf! It looks so cozy and I adore the mix of neutrals on it. Great tips!
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Blanket scarves are so cozy! I've only worn mine belted. Love these other styling options!
Jill
Doused In Pink
I have a major love for blanket scarves, but most of the time, I go with option 1. I just find it's so easy and cute to throw on, but belting it sounds like a great idea too!
Jackie
Something About That
Great tips! I may try all of them later. 😉
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My favorite is the wrapped version!! I love it. Thanks for linking up for Style Saturday. xo ~ Megan The Fashionista Momma
I really like the wrapped version as well! I always stick to the basic way as it's what I know, but this post is tempting me to switch it up!!
Emily
Thank you, Emily! I'm glad this post inspired you! If you style a blanket scarf, tag me on your Instagram post. I'd love to see what you come up with!
Christie
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I always forget that there are more ways than 1 to use the blanket scarf! The belted look is my fav 🙂
Shauna
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what a fun and creative post! very cute!
kelseybang.com
Love the blanket scarf you have and you styled all of the looks so well, my heart goes to the belted look.
xo Sheree
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You really have an adorable face! And you look amazing in this look. <3
x, Kat of Nested Thoughts
i love #1 the best! glad to see blanket scarves are sticking around!
This is too cute! Love all four ways you styled this scarf, especially the first one!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
Such great ways! Loving #2!
Zelle
Southern Style
Blanket scarves are so fun and versatile!
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Yay for blanket scarves- break 'em out! Love the styling tips. 🙂
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
this is so great. I love this. I have been wanting one myself to style different ways too =)
xo,
nancy
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SO fun! I love how many different ways you can wear it! I need to try these with my blanket scarf!
I cannot wait to wear my blanket scarves! It's still a bit to warm and sunny here but my favourite way is wrapped around my neck a million times haha so cozy!
I really like the wrapped look!! I wouldn't think to wear a scarf that way, but I like it! Very chic-looking!
~Sara
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I cannot believe I've never though to wear a scarf/shawl wrapped like that before – super lovely. Can't wait to try it once the weather cools down here.
I love when an item in your closet can be SO versatile! I'm loving the look of it wrapped! So pretty!
Penn&Quill || Robin
I love this wrap. The colors are perfect for Fall. The two middle looks are my favorite. So pretty.
<3 Ada.
Loving this look!
Thanks for joining the linkup.
-Emilie from BurkeDoes.com
I have never tried the wrapped and pinned, thanks for the ideas. What a cute scarf too, I love this fall look.
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Rachel xo
Garay Treasures
What a great idea for a post! I love all of the ways you styled this. My favourite is the belted version. So creative!
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