Six Ways to Style Your Shawl or Pareo

A pareo is a type of lightweight, rectangular piece of cloth that is often used as a beach cover-up, skirt, dress, or shawl. This versatile garment that can be worn in various ways, making it a popular choice for vacation destinations and warm weather settings like we are used to here in South Florida. Pareos are commonly associated with that tropical and beachy style, and they come in a variety of colors, patterns, and fabrics.

Here's a few fun and stylish ways to wear your pareo or shawl this fall!

Simple Wrap Skirt

Hold the pareo horizontally behind you at your waist. Wrap the pareo around your waist, bringing the two ends to the front. Tie the ends together in a knot or a bow at the side or front.

Sarong Dress
Hold the pareo horizontally behind you at your back, just under your arms. Bring the two ends around your bust to the front. Tie the ends behind your neck to create a halter-style dress.

One-Shoulder Dress
Hold the pareo diagonally behind you, with one corner in one hand and the opposite corner in the other. Place the pareo across your chest diagonally, so it covers one shoulder and crosses your body. Tie the two corners together at the opposite hip.

Beach Wrap
Hold the pareo horizontally behind you at your back, just under your arms.
Bring the two ends across your chest to the opposite shoulders. Tie the ends in a knot or tuck them into the top corners to secure the wrap.

Tied Skirt
Hold the pareo horizontally behind you at your waist. Wrap the pareo around your waist and tie the two ends together at the side.

Halter Top
Hold the pareo horizontally behind you at your back, just under your arms. Bring the two ends around your body to the front. Cross the ends over your bust and tie them behind your neck to create a halter-style top.

Remember, the way you tie and style a pareo is quite flexible and depends on your personal preferences and creativity. You can experiment with different knots, ties, and drapes to achieve various looks. Additionally, pareos can also be worn over swimsuits or as a layering piece over summer outfits, making them a versatile addition to your South Florida wardrobe.