"Five elegant ways to wear a Como wool scarf — from the classic knot to the shawl. A styling guide from a Lake Como atelier, for men and women."
A scarf sets the tone for an entire look. In pure wool, Made in Como — where textiles have been an art since 1400 — the accompanies cool days on Lake Como with light warmth and a soft hand. Here are five elegant ways to wear it, for men and women.
1. The classic knot
The simplest, never wrong. Rest the scarf behind your neck with both ends in front, cross once and let the ends fall. Tidy, discreet, perfect under a coat.
2. The double wrap
For colder days. Wind the scarf twice around your neck and arrange the soft folds in front: enveloping warmth and an elegant volume that fills the coat's neckline.
3. The open cascade
Effortless elegance. Leave the scarf open over your shoulders, both ends falling straight down the front. It lengthens the figure and frames the face — ideal over a jacket or blazer.
4. The European knot
Compact and warm. Fold the scarf in half lengthwise, place it behind your neck and slip both ends through the loop. It holds well, stays put, and draws a clean line.
5. Over the shoulders, as a shawl
For the evening. Open the scarf and drape it over your shoulders like a small stole, letting the wool fall softly. A gesture that turns a simple dress into an occasion look.
A detail that lasts
The is 100% wool, woven and finished in Como with a fringed hem and embroidered logo. Available in , , , and — €70, shipped from Como.
To make it last: gentle wash in cold water and flat drying. Como wool, cared for gently, stays with you season after season.
