SUMMER'S MUST-HAVE ACCESSORY? THE SILK SCARF

Take a walk around London, Paris, Milan or New York and you’ll notice something different about the fashion packs. They’ve traded in their oversized, boho belts from last summer for something new. Silk scarves have been slipping off necks and finding new life around waists - no longer just a beachy styling hack, but a fully-fledged summer trend. Think online it-girls like Leandra Medine Cohen and Laura Vidrequin Roso, or A-list icons like Kylie Jenner, Chloë Sevigny, Jennifer Lawrence and Alexa Chung, all tying their looks together with a slinky silk square. 

So, if summer’s hottest commodity is a silk scarf, casually tied around one’s waist, where can one source this accessory? Well, pre-loved, pre-owned and vintage. Keep reading to find out.

It-Girl Must-Have

From New York to London, the It-girls of the world have officially adopted the silk scarf belt as summer’s sleekest styling trick. Jennifer Lawrence walked arm-in-arm through Manhattan, cinching a vintage Hermès scarf loosely over low-rise trousers. 

A few days earlier, Lola Tung tied a navy silk handkerchief around her waist with burgundy plaid pants in NYC, sprinkling Coach logo charm into the outfit recipe. Alexa Chung gave it her signature off-duty polish, looping a giant Gucci silk square around her hips with tailored trousers and a baby-tee. So, what are you waiting for?

Vintage Affairs

Like all the best things in life, the silk scarf as a belt trend is vintage-inspired. Renowned French-born American fashion writer and editor Diana Vreeland often used a designer silk scarf as an elegant, effortless accessory paving way for the it-girls of today to rock the trend.

A silk scarf turned into a belt has the same effect all the best accessories do. It adds a pop of character to an outfit, allowing you to introduce texture, prints, colour and other elements to a look. It’s like a lighter, more fluid, and much more chic belt. Sarongs and scarves worn in holiday mode also have an innate beachy feel, making them a natural summer trend. Pair it with flip-flops and breezy linen, of course. The trend is also easy to DIY. It’s a simple, high-impact styling tip that appeals to everyone as a fun accessory to endlessly experiment with. When summer’s over, you can tie your new silk scarf around a bag, for example, or use it to beat those autumn winds in your hair.

A silk scarf is a conversation starter, a fashion history lesson, and a styling secret all in one. And the best ones? They’re pre-loved, pre-owned or vintage.

Discover our pre-loved and vintage designer silk scarves, perfect to wear as a belt. Whether sourced from Chanel, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Gucci or Bottega Veneta, these rare silk scarf belts offer a timeless styling upgrade. Our London‑based vintage boutique specialises in authentic designer scarves and one‑of‑a‑kind accessories, delivering trends that draw the attention of fashion it‑girls and celebrities alike. Elevate your summer wardrobe with sustainably sourced, vintage silk accessories from our pre-loved edit.