How Do I Wear a Detached Cowl Neck?

The detachable cowl neck allows you to change the look of your clothing, by adding a fashion accessory that also provides warmth during the winter season. You don't have to worry about matching your cowl neck to your sweater or top; you can mix or match colors, adding a complementary color to a brightly colored top or a splash of color to a black or dark gray sweater.

Things You'll Need

• Full-length mirror

Instructions

1. Stand in front of your mirror and pick up your detachable cowl. Bunch it up in both hands so you can slip it over your head.

2. Settle the cowl neck on both shoulders. Start shifting the fabric, creating folds in the cowl neck. It should rest on both shoulders and lightly hug the back of your neck, providing warmth.

3. Look at your image in the mirror from all angles and ensure that your cowl neck drapes easily and covers both shoulders completely.

4. Mix or match colors. Depending on the color of your sweater, select a cowl that either complements the color or choose one that more closely matches your sweater's color.

5. Brighten up your appearance with your cowl neck. If you are wearing a dark or neutral sweater, pick a cowl neck in a bright color -- for instance, red, emerald green, sapphire blue or violet.

Tips & Warnings

• Detachable cowl necks are usually knitted or crocheted, using soft yarn that drapes easily.

References

• Shopping: Cowl Neck Scarf
• My Shape: Sweater-Coat With Detachable Cowl