SCARF

A scarf (kerchief) is a square or rectangular piece of cloth tied on the head, neck or shoulders. In Ukrainian culture the headscarf (hustka) has a special, deep meaning: it is not merely an accessory but a symbol of femininity, a talisman and a mark of family status — the ways of tying it differed for girls and married women, and floral, 'painted' kerchiefs became a recognisable part of national dress. In world fashion the scarf is inexhaustible too: a silk square at the neck adds French chic, tied on the head a retro or resort mood, on a bag handle a playful accent. A scarf is one of the most flexible accessories: small and light, yet able to change a look entirely. It combines practicality, decorativeness and cultural depth, remaining a warm bridge between tradition and modern fashion.