https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/scarf-fringestassels-should-they-always-be-removed Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:28:15 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/scarf-fringestassels-should-they-always-be-removed#post-253805 Sat, 20 Nov 2010 09:41:07 +0000 firefly 253805@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've acquired two scarves recently. I trimmed the fringe off one because it was a bit straggly looking and I liked the cleaner edge (although now I'm getting stray threads and wondering if I should get it hemmed). The other was a bulkier pashmina style with knotted ends that I left alone because I felt they actually added a slightly dressier touch. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/scarf-fringestassels-should-they-always-be-removed#post-253804 Sat, 20 Nov 2010 08:08:58 +0000 Scarlet 253804@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks to me like if you cut off the fringe from that Boden scarf, it will just continue to fray. What a helpful pup you have! Personally I like scarves with and without fringe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/scarf-fringestassels-should-they-always-be-removed#post-253720 Sat, 20 Nov 2010 00:44:39 +0000 Kari 253720@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm a fan of fringe, even though I really don't have bohemian style. I've thought about trimming some of the longer fringe on scarves, though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/scarf-fringestassels-should-they-always-be-removed#post-253701 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 23:59:48 +0000 Polly (thunalata) 253701@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jean - yes I understand that completely. I think that this is making me think about exactly how something looks, which is always helpful.</p> <p>Jonesy - that is also clearly put.</p> <p>I'm always surprised anew by how much thought goes into all of your replies and by how helpful I find them! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/scarf-fringestassels-should-they-always-be-removed#post-253683 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 23:38:50 +0000 Jonesy 253683@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have some scarves with the fringe, and a few that had long scraggly fringe that I trimmed (got the idea from Angie--it would never have occurred to me before). I think it depends on the scarf and on your particular style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/scarf-fringestassels-should-they-always-be-removed#post-253673 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 23:24:59 +0000 greenglove 253673@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love fringe on scarves and also love ones that do not have it. It does add a bit more arty, boho look.<br /> Angie never said all fringe should be removed- I cannot imagine she would think that. Often she will state her style preference and I think we sometimes get confused. I thought she hated black opaques. Not true- her dressy style does not work with the look.<br /> She loves them on others- hopefully like me!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/scarf-fringestassels-should-they-always-be-removed#post-253572 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 20:47:35 +0000 Polly (thunalata) 253572@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh all very interesting replies and so helpful!</p> <p>Mary - LOL yes, I know what you mean! </p> <p>Angie, I remembered you begging (perhaps that's going a bit far? lol) someone to remove the fringe from their scarf. Thinking about it more I think it was for a formal evening event but I'd somehow got it in my head that fringes were A Bad Thing!</p> <p>Kim - wise words and I think you're right about the Boden scarf. I'll leave that.</p> <p>Barbara - you are so CLEVER to be doing it yourself - love the idea of you designing it round the fringe!</p> <p>neatnic - good point about the high maintenance long fringe problem - it's not one I've had to deal with until now.</p> <p>Beth - I think you've put your finger on it and the vibe issue. </p> <p>So helpful everyone. Thank you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/scarf-fringestassels-should-they-always-be-removed#post-253480 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 18:13:30 +0000 MsMary 253480@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gosh, the things you learn here at YLF. It never occurred to me that you could, you know, TAMPER with your fringe! LOL </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/scarf-fringestassels-should-they-always-be-removed#post-253461 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 17:54:52 +0000 neatnic 253461@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have removed (or shortened) fringe on scarves when it's long enough that it easily gets tangled -- I've found that long fringe is too high maintenance for me! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/scarf-fringestassels-should-they-always-be-removed#post-253455 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 17:39:34 +0000 Angie 253455@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not at all, Polly. I happen to prefer fringe-less scarves but if you like fringe - rock the look! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/scarf-fringestassels-should-they-always-be-removed#post-253365 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 15:01:58 +0000 Barbara 253365@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would never remove fringe from my scarves! Most scarves have knotted fringe and I make sure each knot is secure and the fringe is even. Uneven threads can be carefully trimmed if necessary.</p> <p>When I design a crochet or knit scarf, and I'm doing quite a few for Christmas, I pick out the fringe yarn FIRST and design around it!</p> <p>Your pup is a good model! Nice contrast. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/scarf-fringestassels-should-they-always-be-removed#post-253364 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 15:00:41 +0000 Queen Mum 253364@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would leave the fringe on the Boden scarf.. it doesn't seem long enough to mess with.<br /> On the other one, it is really up to you? Do you like the fringe on it?<br /> I have started removing the fringe on some of my scarves and leaving it on others.. just depends on the scarf and how I feel wearing it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/scarf-fringestassels-should-they-always-be-removed#post-253361 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 14:56:54 +0000 Beth 253361@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them both as they are. I think fringe/tassels feel more casual and boho than a clean edged scarf, but it's a different vibe, that's all. Which look do you prefer? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/scarf-fringestassels-should-they-always-be-removed#post-253356 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 14:43:12 +0000 Polly (thunalata) 253356@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have two scarves, one with a fringe, one with tassels. I'm planning on removing both, but is there any circumstance in which I should keep them?</p> <p>The one with the tassels is below (modelled on our dog, Daisy, to provide the contrast to show it up because I could do it from my chair without having to move!). The other one is:</p> <p><a href="http://www.boden.co.uk/en-GB/Clearance/Womens-Accessories/Hats-and-Scarves/AD058/Womens-Printed-Scarf.html?NavGroupID=1" rel="nofollow">http://www.boden.co.uk/en-GB/C.....vGroupID=1</a> </p>