Scarf-LIC (pipe, pipe)

A scarf-collar or snood is one of the most practical things in the wardrobe of any girl. Due to its versatility, this item of clothing complements almost any look: from ordinary to solemn.

Scarf-LIC (or pipe) - a canvas, connected in a circle, having no beginning and end, which is worn on the neck in order to protect it from the cold. Alternatively, you can call this product a hybrid scarf and hood. Currently, it is one of the most fashionable accessories used by representatives of all sexes of different age categories around the world. Also has the following names:

• round;
• clamp;
• eight;
• LIC;
• loop scarf;
• circle scarf;
• infinity scarf.

The infinity scarf was returned to the store shelves and fashion stages by such giants of the industry as Burberry, Donna Karan and Missoni (in 2009-2010). Other brands followed: Yves Saint Lauren, D & G, H & M, Balmain, Lacoste, Oasis, Zara, Topshop. Scarves-eight gained special popularity after the "walking" with stars. They were not neglected by such stylish ladies as Blake Lively or Jessica Alba.

Starting to wear this accessory with a coat or a warm jacket, you will understand its fundamental differences from a simple classic scarf or stole. We list the characteristics that answer the question: “why should I buy a snood?”:

• practicality - unlike the usual circle scarf, you do not need to constantly correct and make sure that it does not go loose: the product will fit snugly to the neck by adding artificial fibers to the fabric, or hang in beautiful folds; besides, it is not necessary to suffer with a choice of a way of a sticking of a palatine;
• universality - there are light spring models that can be worn with a leather jacket or light coat; there are fairly dense options, combined with winter upper outfits; there are various colors and prints placed on a scarf-eight, as well as a variety of knitting techniques, emphasizing the degree of involvement of the hostess in the world of fashion and style;
• heating capacity - the collar really performs this function perfectly, playing on two fronts: it can only protect the neck from the snow and wind, or just the neck and head; the degree of warming depends on the type of scarf purchased;

• update and addition of the image - this accessory makes the look more noticeable and stylish, acting as a kind of element that immediately attracts attention; even simple clothes begin to play with new colors; for example, with a timeless scarf you can cover up a slightly indecent neckline, or use a satin snood as an addition to the office suite;
• the opportunity to make a scarf-pipe on their own - many craftswomen do not look for this product on the shelves of shops, but take the initiative in their hands and knit a dream at home; this allows not only to save on the purchase of an accessory, but also to show one’s creativity, creating the only copy of the thing in the world;
• there is no need for a headdress - for many it is one of the main advantages of using a figure-eight scarf, since hats usually spoil a hairstyle, leave unpleasant stripes on the forehead and are simply not always comfortable.The clamp corrects these problems, and most importantly, protects the head, neck and cheeks from frost.

The choice of scarves with no beginning and end is currently quite diverse. The following styles make the greatest love among women:

• short - such accessories from afar look like a wide collar, are made of warm materials, fit to the neck, can be decorated; minus - they can not be worn on the head;

• long - make it possible to make several turns around the neck or head, used as a hood; have different designs; the most common variant of sleep;

• sports - in recent years began to use the clamp of this style. This is due to the popularization of a healthy lifestyle and the growing number of those who are engaged in winter activities. A feature of these models is a tight fit to the body. Such products do not bulge the collar of a jacket, do not fold in waves, and as much as possible protect their owner from the cold;

• hooded collar - most often choose girls who wear coats or fur coats in winter; a very feminine version, representing a tube of warm material, which is stitched with a hood covering the entire back of the head;

• warm - this is, above all, knitted clamps; can be both industrial and manual work. Feature - a variety of patterns;

• light - openwork homutik, perhaps, from transparent fabric will add a summer and spring look of lightness and girlish beauty, can be worn with dresses or blouses;

• fur is another winter trend that protects from cold and wind. It is combined with down jackets or fur coats. Fur can be real or artificial.

The classic version of the clamp is a long and wide canvas that can easily be draped. Nowadays, not only the line of scarf models, but also the materials from which they are made has undergone a change and expansion. The most popular are the following:

• cashmere - gives a special feeling of softness, does not prick;

• mohair - soft synthetic fibers surround the skin and give warmth;

• wool - has the ability to tingle the skin, so more often it is not 100% wool that is found, but its mixture with artificial materials;

• boucle - a fabric from which a coat is most often sewn, has excellent protecting and warming properties;

• Silk is a summer version of snud, a soft and smooth scarf will complement any look: from a dress for a walk to an evening out;

• cotton is a natural and practical material for spring going outside;

• artificial or natural fur - for lovers to attract attention and to be truly protected from the weather;

• knitwear - demi-season scarves, tubes, as a rule, are made of this material; fits neck well, stretches.

You can knit a scarf pipe yourself. It is only necessary to be able to correctly assemble the loops and understand the principle of sewing the loops together. The most popular designs today are the following:

• "English elastic band" - as a rule, a thin woolen thread (50g) is used. The initial row of the product is knitted, where the loops alternate with the face and nakida, then the second and the third in a special way, which continue to alternate until the desired height of the scarf is formed. Outwardly, this drawing resembles dense ribbed lines alternating with hollows;

• “Rice” - to create a product, one takes a rather thick yarn, containing about 300-400 g of wool in its composition. Knitting is performed by alternating the front and back loops. From their joints, small-sized knots are obtained, which, in consequence, over a large area of ​​the scarf resemble a squared rice grits;

• "Honeycomb" - a pattern of diamonds, reminiscent of the "work" of bees;

• “Chain” - really looks like a multitude of chains, put together, a very cute pattern that women love.

When you buy a snud, you should pay attention to the following aspects:

• season - it is necessary to consider for what time of the year the accessory is bought, because the clamps are divided into light, warm and demi-season; an improperly selected scarf can lead to excessive sweating or, conversely, cause the host to freeze. Demi-season models are made from more dense and warm materials: yarn, cashmere, dense knitwear. They are suitable for wearing with parks, down jackets, coats;
• color - you should choose a scarf-eight in such colors that will suit your style and wardrobe. If you wear casual clothes, give preference to the classic range: gray, white, brown, beige and dark green shades. If you need to make a bright accent, then pay attention to bright dreams: red, burgundy, light green, blue. But remember that the clamp should not delay all attention to themselves. The most suitable option for any situation would be a black scarf tube. It would also be great if the collar and your shoes fit together;

• appointment - you need to clearly define what you are buying a product: to protect the neck, or to cover it with your head. The model of the scarf to be bought will depend on it;
• quality of the product - pay attention to how the product is made, whether the threads are sticking out of it; in the process of wearing a low-quality scarf can melt and quickly lose its former appearance.

After buying a scarf-pipe, many begin to think, and how to wear it correctly, so that it looks beautiful with the rest of the outfit? There are several ways to wear this accessory:

• The classic - everyday way to operate a boat is to wrap it around your neck several times, making a cross. Depending on the size and material of the product, either a tight-fitting scarf or a cascade of fabric going down to the chest with an orientation point in the center can be obtained. From the second position it is convenient to lift the collar to form a hood that is put on the head. The first option will simply protect your neck from the wind.

• When buying a fleece collar, you will have to accept that it is almost impossible to twist it, because the material is very dense, so you have to wear it as it is. To such models can be sewn a shirt-front, which will allow you to refuel Lance under a jacket to save heat.

• A scarf-eight with fur is allowed to wear as a shawl, if it is long enough. This option is quite suitable for a festive event, when a girl wants to cover her bare shoulders with a dress. It is proposed to throw a loop on the neck and gently lower it down without deforming the material. Sometimes it is difficult to beautifully lay the clamp, so you can use the help of a satellite.

• There are also warm models that have decorative clasps that allow you to fasten snood on the shoulder or in some other way.

The first image is a classic combination of black lace with a feminine set. The girl is dressed in a short skirt-sun, black stylish leather jacket and sweater fine knit. Naturally, she wanted to warm the set, since the action obviously takes place in the fall or spring. The collar in this case performs two functions at once: it really protects from the cold, and also complements the outfit, in some way overlapping with the pattern on the jacket.

The second fashionable look is shown to us by the "monster" street-style Alex Chang. All her exits are always remembered, I want to repeat them. So here, she demonstrates the English ease of picking and displaying clothes: a carelessly opened coat of mustard-beige color, looking out from under his classic striped dress above the knee length, sandals, opening the view of the legs. All this magnificence is supplemented with a simple yellow blessing.

The third image is a great winter version of wearing a yoke. The warm draped scarf of large knitting can be worn on the head or wound once again around the girl’s neck, if desired. It goes well with a warm coat of similar large-knit gray.