Pleated Scarf Bow & Beauty Business

A pleated scarf knot leads this week’s edition, alongside fresh insights on beauty spending, stress, lipstick as everyday self-expression, possible Zendaya and Prada Beauty news, and Unilever’s strongest beauty growth in more than a decade. It is a practical mix of styling inspiration, wellness, and industry updates.  

 
Weekly Scarf-Tying: Pleated BowTurn a simple silk scarf and button-down blouse into an elegant finishing touch with this easy step-by-step guide. With just a few simple steps, you can transform a classic button-down blouse into a polished, stylish look. By the end of this guide, you’ll know how to create a beautiful, pleated scarf knot that sits neatly under your collar and creates a graceful bow effect. Steps Place the Scarf Under the Collar
Action: Drape the scarf around your neck and underneath the collar of your button-down blouse, similar to a man’s tie. Keep both sides even.
Result: The scarf sits neatly beneath the collar with both ends at the same length. Feed the Right End Through the Blouse
Action: Take the right end of the scarf and feed it through the opening of your blouse at approximately the third button from the top.
Result: The scarf is positioned securely against the blouse and ready for tying.Tie the End Around the Bottom
Action: Wrap and tie the right end of the scarf around the lower section.
Result: A small knot is created to hold the scarf in place.Pleat the Other Side
Action: Fold the remaining side of the scarf into even pleats.
Result: The scarf forms a neat, structured section that will become the decorative bow.Loosen the Knot to Create a Loop
Action: Gently loosen the knot around the bottom until there is enough space to feed the pleated scarf through.
Result: A loop is created while the scarf remains securely positioned.Feed the Pleated Scarf Through the Loop
Action: Carefully guide the pleated section of the scarf through the loosened loop.
Result: The pleats are held together and begin to form the finished bow shape.Resecure the Knot
Action: Tighten the knot again so it sits neatly in the middle of the pleats.
Result: The pleated scarf is secured at the center and holds its shape.Adjust the Pleated Bow
Action: Gently spread and arrange the pleats until the bow looks even and balanced.
Result: Your beautiful, unique pleated scarf knot is complete.Give this scarf knot a try the next time you wear your favorite button-down blouse.Adjusting the pleats through the loop is a bit tricky! Watch the video tutorial and follow along step by step.