Get This Look: Take a long scarf and hold it in front of you. Twist it a few times in the middle, then toss the ends straight over your back. Bring each end back to the front on the opposite side and leave the ends to dangle.
How to Wear a Scarf
By Cynthia Nellis, About.com
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Do Choose a Sophisticated Monochromatic Look
Charlize Theron attends a dinner in New York.
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Tone-on-tone scarf and outfit looks work best with neutrals -- black, navy, camel, cream -- and take on a sophisticated vibe when you mix fabrics (satin, shine, wool, etc.) Charlize Theron's all-black is elegant because she paired a long knit scarf with a metallic jacket.
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- Do Choose a Sophisticated Monochromatic Look
- Don't Think a Scarf Can Save a Bad Outfit
- Do Wear a Flattering Color Next to Your Face
- Don't Overwhelm Your Look with a Scarf
- Do Make a Scarf Your Spotlight Accessory
- Don't Throw on a Scarf as an Afterthought
- Do Wear a Scarf for Dressy Events
- Don't Overaccessorize
- Do Try a Print Scarf
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