They might be having a fashion moment right now, but we believe in the longevity of the neckerchief, whose popularity dates as far back as ancient civilisations including the Egyptians and Romans. Originally developed as a practical way of keeping off dirt and the sun, by the 20th century they became the go-to accessory for men and women who wanted to add a touch of suave.

Our zero waste Vanessa neckerchiefs are really special, not just because they’re made using our larger scraps, or because you can choose from a whopping 22 different colours and patterns. They’re also the perfect size and weight to wear multiple ways, meaning one of our neckerchiefs will work harder in your wardrobe than your average cravat.

Here are a few ideas we’ve been trying in the studio…

The Classic Cravat

This is a brilliant way to keep off a chill when wearing a simple round neck sweatshirt or jumper, or ideal to add a cute pop of colour to a plain outfit. Simply fold or roll your neckerchief into one long strip and tie in a double knot at the side or front of your neck.

The Triangle Scarf

The easiest way to wear our neckerchiefs is tied in a single loose knot at the front. Because they’re a triangle shape (rather than the usual square), you don’t need to worry about any folding for this one - just sling around your neck, knot, and go!

The Collar Tie

Fold your neckerchief the same way as you would for a cravat, but this time, pop up your collar and feed underneath like a tie. Fasten with a double knot at the front, allowing the ends to hand loose below your collar.

The Hair Band

We fell in love with the land girl vibes when we visited Goodwood Revival earlier this year, so it was a no brainer to try wearing our neckerchiefs in our hair. They’re the perfect length to roll into a strip and knot loosely.

The Bandana

Similar vibes to the triangle scarf, but more cowboy than scout this time. Keep the larger point of the triangle at the front and tie either at the back of your neck, or on a slight angle at the side. Please remember to replace your neckerchief with a napkin if eating a bowl of spaghetti or ramen.

The Not-Pussy Bow

Fold your neckerchief in half and keep folding until you have a strip - be sure to keep the point of the triangle on the inside of your folds otherwise it will end up sticking out of your collar. Then, undo the second button down on your shirt and feed through the hole. Tie in a loose, single knot for a modern take on the pussy-bow blouse.

For more neckerchief inspo, head to our Instagram.

How To Tie A Neckerchief