How ingenious to put intricate knots in the middle of an otherwise ordinary, though perfectly nice, silk-chiffon shawl. At first glance, it looks like the knots are just a stylistic option (anyone can tie up their scarf, right?), but then you see it is a specific design element at play. Just as Amanda Wakeley describes her philosophy, this is “calculatedly understated.”
The symmetrical, twisty knots not only add interest, they give the shawl a draped effect and allow it to billow out in the back and around the arms for nonchalant elegance. Chartreuse silk-chiffon, with satin panels at the ends, would dress up any cool summer night – keeping you warm and somehow making you look even breezier. You can also wrap this around the neck as a traditional scarf, but when the draping is this good why would you want to? On Net-a-Porter for $345.
Pair with: An architectural clutch by Akris will sharpen your lines. The “Anouk” horsehair clutches are timelessly modern. Go demure with pale “Ecru,” or color-block with hot “Corallo.” Arkis “Anouk” Horsehair Clutch, $895.
