Sound the fashion klaxon! There’s a new trend we’re getting *really* excited about: silk scarf belts. When it comes to must-have items you need in your wardrobe for spring, a silk scarf is top of the list above any jacket or bag trend we’ve been lusting after. Why? Because it’s the quickest and easiest way to make any outfit feel fresh, cool and more exciting.
So, how do you wear a silk scarf as a belt? Our favourite way is with a t-shirt and jeans to instantly elevate our basic, go-to combo. Roll the scarf into a thin, long strip and thread it through your belt loops, or fold it in half bandana-style and wrap it around your waist. The look works just as well layered over a skirt or summer dress. Try pairing a patterned scarf with a satin slip to give a simple ‘fit extra interest.
Belts were big news on the autumn/winter and spring/summer 2025 runways, and the silk scarf belt trend taps into this. It’s also the perfect continuation of the triangle scarf trend we were obsessed with last season. But now that the mercury’s rising, we’re ditching knitted versions knotted round our necks in favour of silky satin styles tied round our hips.
Chances are, you likely have an old, long-forgotten silk scarf buried somewhere at the back of your wardrobe. If not, your mum definitely will! The high street is full of them at the moment, so it’s never been easier – or more affordable – to get in on the trend.
H&M Printed Silk Scarf
Rixo Menno Silk Scarf
Massimo Dutti 100% Silk Paisley Print Bandana
Sahar Blue Buttercup Silk Scarf
TBCo × Frankie Penwill Scarf
Mango Geometric Printed Foulard
Keep scrolling for all the May outfit inspiration and how to style a silk scarf belt.
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Alexandria Dale is the Digital Fashion Writer at Cosmopolitan UK. Covering everything from the celebrity style moments worth knowing about to the latest fashion news, there’s nothing she loves more than finding a high street dupe of a must-have designer item. As well as discovering new brands, she’s passionate about sustainable fashion and establishing the trends that are actually worth investing in. Having worked in fashion journalism for six years, she has experience at both digital and print publications including Glamour and Ok!
