
Dudes. Scarves are not just for winter. They are legit style pieces that add texture and personality to any outfit while protecting ya neck from spring’s surprise gusts. And just like you wouldn’t wear a collared tee without a preppy pop or a pair of jeans without a slight sag, there are ways a scarf should be styled for maximum flair. Think: Beckham, Pitt, Kutcher and now YOU, among the ranks of bros with serious scarf-wearing skills once you’re done with this tutorial.
The Grease Diner
We’re leading off with the most rugged way to wear a scarf, a perfect option over cozy spring layers or a casual tee. Just think: loop and tuck: be sure to pull both ends completely out from under so that it looks perfectly undone.
THE EVERYDAY DUDE SCARF
Yep, nailed it!
You’re a rule-breaker, bro. Scarf stay around the neck? Nah, not happening. Utilize the width of your layer and pull the sides of your scarf out wide as you wrap it around your neck and tie it off. Finish by untucking all that extra fabric so that it falls over one shoulder. Consider it a long-sleeved tee companion that looks great with a newsboy cap.
The MAN CAPE
Dapper drama at its finest.
Even if you can barely lift a finger over this scarf business, you can still look like a dapper dude. Just drape your scarf over your shoulders so that the ends fall at the same length and slip on a blazer.
THE LAZY GUY SCARF
Suit and tie, Mr. Timberlake? I think you misspoke.
Up your office-wear game with this next scarf look, which pairs perfectly with your favorite button-down. It’s so easy: just half the scarf, sling it around your neck and loosely pull the ends through for just the right amount of effortless charm.
THE WEAR-TO-WORK SCARF
Casual Fridays just got a whole lot cooler.
It can be intimidating to step out on your own and build a business from the ground up. As part of our collaboration with Office Depot, we're talking with Selfmade alum and solopreneur Colette Lawrence, the faith-based motivator and relationship builder behind The M.E.E. Movement, about ways in which women in business can find success.
B + C: How did you know M.E.E. Movement was your business to start?
The M.E.E Movement represents motivation, empowerment, and encouragement for women. It is what represents me. I did not know at first that it was my business to start, but then the thought of monetizing what I loved came to me. It scared me, however. I registered the business in July 2020 and have been slowly building my wings since.
B + C: What's one strategy that's helped you start your business?
Thinking through and researching what the requirements are to start my business, and then asking questions of people who are in the business. Not all advice worked; however, it helped me to figure out what I needed to do and not to do.
B + C: Did you always know life coaching would be your entrepreneurial path?
(Smiles) No, I did not. I 'stumbled" on it. I knew that people were always coming to me for advice and I found that I loved having conversations with them, especially with women, young and old.
B + C: What was your most valuable takeaway from Selfmade?
My most valuable takeaway was the first day of training: Get out of your own way. There were a lot of great moments and important takeaways from every presenter. However, getting out of my own way, pushing past doubts, was for me my most valuable takeaway. Doing something that I had never done before took courage. If I do not focus on what is happening with me mentally then I cannot deliver to my clients successfully.
B + C: What's one piece of advice you would give to female entrepreneurs on the brink of starting?
Get out of your head. You have something to offer. You have what you need to succeed so go ahead and do it.
B + C: How do you stay motivated?
I stay motivated by listening to music and listening to motivational speakers, and sometimes someone will just reach out and talk about the impact that I made in their life. That adds the extra juice or sauce I need to pummel through the day.
B + C: What's your best organizational tip?
Keep a diary and journal. It's the best way for me to keep organized and it also provides a source motivation as I record not only my "losses" but my wins as well.
B + C: Who inspires you in the entrepreneurial space?
Shirley Toliver – She motivates and empowers and makes me always want to show up.
B + C: What has receiving the Office Depot scholarship to Selfmade done to help you start or grow your business?
The scholarship was a blessing in that all the areas that were covered offered valuable information that I needed, from social media to HR. As a new business owner, I needed to know this to increase my own personal awareness in what it takes to run a successful business. The candidness of the presenters made it easy to see myself in their shoes and helped me to realize that I can also get there.
Thanks Colette! You can follow The M.E.E. Movement on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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