A twilly is a long, narrow silk scarf, and it is one of the most charming accessories you can own. Small enough to keep in a bag, it adds a pop of colour and a designer feel to almost anything. Here are six ways to wear a twilly scarf, and how to pick a good one.
1. On a bag handle
The signature twilly move. Wrap the twilly tightly around one handle of your bag from top to bottom, or tie it in a neat bow near the base of the handle so the ends trail. It lifts a plain tote instantly and protects the handle from wear.
2. As a bag charm
Loop the twilly through the hardware or a ring on your bag and tie a simple knot, letting the ends hang like a soft charm. A quicker alternative to wrapping the whole handle.
3. In your hair
Tie a twilly around a ponytail or bun, or use it as a slim headband. Because it is silk, it is gentle on hair and adds a vintage, put-together touch. See more in our hair scarf styles guide.
4. Around your wrist
Wrap the twilly twice around your wrist and tie a small knot or bow for a soft, colourful bracelet that matches your bag or outfit.
5. At the neck
Tie a twilly in a slim knot or bow at the base of your throat like a delicate neckerchief. It reads elegant under a shirt collar or over a fine knit.
6. Threaded through a belt loop or collar
For a fashion-forward touch, thread a twilly through belt loops in place of a belt, or knot it at the collar of a shirt. Small details that look considered.
Choosing a good twilly
The best twillies are real silk, which holds a knot and catches light softly, with hand-rolled edges rather than a hard heat-sealed hem. A strong print or a bordered design reads especially high-end. For the classic designer look for less, pair a good silk twilly with the neck knots and bag styles that made it famous.