Silk scarves are the unsung heroes of summer styling, and this summer is all about styling. We’re always on the hunt for ways to update our tried and true (and sometimes tired) outfit combinations.

Lola Tung stepped out in New York City with a silk scarf worn skirt style around her hips over pants.

From squares of silk secured with little more than a prayer, to the classic, Beyoncé-style bandana, the scarf top is for the fun-loving, footloose and free.

Though scarves may be most commonly associated with fall and winter fashions, silk scarves have slowly but surely crept their way up to trend territory for summer. Surprisingly versatile and cool ...