How to Wear a Silk Scarf Summer 2026 — 5 Creative Ways Inspired by Lake Como
Summer 2026 has a clear protagonist in fashion: the silk scarf. The runways of Milan, Paris and New York have crowned it the accessory of the season — colorful, versatile, capable of transforming any outfit with a simple knot. And here at Aquadulza, where we have been crafting silk scarves in the Como silk district for years, we couldn’t be more excited.
In this guide we show you the 5 most creative and on-trend ways to wear a silk scarf this summer 2026 — with inspiration straight from the shores of Lake Como.
1. Around the neck — tied in an unexpected way
The classic way of wearing a scarf around the neck gets a creative update in summer 2026. Forget the simple knot — the trend is to tie your silk scarf asymmetrically, leaving one end longer than the other for a flowing, effortless effect. It works beautifully with a minimal outfit: a white t-shirt, jeans and the scarf as the only statement piece.
Our silk foulards in the 70×70 and 90×90 cm sizes are perfect for this style — large enough to create volume, light enough not to weigh down a summer look.
2. On your bag — the twilly as decoration
One of the most spotted looks on social media and city streets this summer: the twilly tied to a handbag handle. A simple gesture that transforms a classic bag into a statement accessory, adding a pop of color and personality.
Our silk twillies are designed exactly for this — narrow, long and featuring prints inspired by Lake Como villages like Bellagio, Varenna and Nesso. Try a Bellagio twilly on a natural leather bag for an elegant, contemporary contrast.
3. As a hair band
The silk hair band is the hair trend of summer 2026 — worn by it-girls around the world, from the French Riviera to the terraces of Lake Como. It is chic, practical and solves windy lake days in seconds.
How to do it: fold the scarf into a ribbon, wrap it around your head and tie it above or below your hair. With loose, wind-blown hair on the lake, the effect is effortlessly beautiful. Try a 45×45 cm foulard for a lighter result, or a twilly for a more structured look.
4. As a belt over a dress or skirt
This is the most innovative styling of the season — the silk scarf worn as a soft belt over a summer dress or high-waisted skirt. Jacquemus and other major fashion names proposed this look for summer 2026, and the result is sophisticated and original.
How to do it: take a 70×70 cm foulard, fold it into a ribbon about 5 cm wide and thread it through belt loops or tie it at the hips. The vivid colors and Lake Como prints of our Aquadulza silk foulards become the focal point of the outfit, transforming a simple dress into a statement look.
5. As a beach cover-up — the most free-spirited way
Summer is also about relaxing on the lake, and a large silk scarf — size 140×140 cm — transforms into a light beach pareo. Wrap it around your waist as a skirt, use it as a headscarf or simply drape it over your shoulders on cool evenings by the waterfront.
It is the perfect souvenir to bring home after a day on Lake Como — a handcrafted Made in Como piece that tells the story of the lake every time you wear it.
Which silk scarf is right for you?
The Aquadulza collection offers silk foulards in 100% pure silk, hand-rolled in the Como silk district, with exclusive prints inspired by the most beautiful villages on the lake: Bellagio, Varenna and more. Every piece is unique, handcrafted, Made in Como.
Explore the full collection of Aquadulza silk foulards and find the one that tells your Lake Como story.
Aquadulza is a brand of artisan silk accessories inspired by Lake Como, produced in the Como silk district — the world capital of quality silk.