How to Elevate a Basic Vest With a Scarf

Claudya Moreira
by Claudya Moreira
2 Materials
2 Minutes
Easy

Got a single button basic vest or jacket that’s starting to get boring?


Let’s elevate it to something special! Grab a large, silky square scarf and follow along with me.

Tools and materials:

  • Single button vest
  • Large square silky scarf
Undoing vest

1. Undo it

Unbutton your vest.


Hold the scarf squarely across the front of your body, with one corner level above the buttonhole and covering it.

Opening vest

2. Open it

Holding the scarf against the button side of your vest with one hand, open the buttonhole side.

Buttoning vest

3. Button it

Button up your vest, trapping the corner of the scarf over the button.

Draping scarf

4. Drape it

Gather the rest of the scarf in one hand and lift it over your shoulder.

Draping scarf

Bring it around your neck and over the other side.


Arrange the folds of the scarf so it lies smooth and flat.

Tucking scarf

5. Tuck it

Take the free end of the scarf behind the button to secure it and put it inside your vest.


Tuck the ends of the scarf into your pants or skirt if they’re too long.

How to elevate a basic vest with a scarf

How to elevate a basic vest with a scarf

Take a little time to arrange the scarf over the edges of your vest. It’s so worth it!

How to elevate a basic vest with a scarf

How many ways can you think of to style this “basic” vest now? 


It only takes a few minutes to turn a simple outfit into something super stylish.


Now I want to know what you think!


Next,  use a silk scarf to transform your straw bag into a timeless accessory


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Suggested materials:
  • Single button vest
  • Large square silky scarf

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