Scarves

Here are some of my favorite scarves. A scarf can pull any outfit together, either by adding color, balance, transition, or the final touch. Pashminas are usually a cashmere blend and thicker. They are more expensive (the $5 pashminas they sell in NYC street vendors are not real!) Linen scarves are soft and thin, and most often come in larger cuts so that they can be folded over and doubled. Silk scarves are smooth and luxurious, but polyester alternatives exist to compensate for the high price. Chiffon scarves are light but have a nettier texture. Wool and knit scarves are thick and good for keeping warm.

Citrus Scarf:

This tangy darling, Lespier by Aldo, has a delicious orange lemon and lime print. Unfortunately it is no longer available but look alikes with similar color schemes exist. I like the pop of color it added to my outfits. I used to have this one but I lost it some time last year : (













Banana Leaf:

It used to be available from Juicy Couture, a retro tropical print scarf.

















Floral:

This lovely georgette chiffon scarf is on Ebay for around $5. When folded over the colors overlap nicely.
















Geometric Grid Design:

No word on the availability of this one, but its by Various Projects Inc and it has a cool grid-overlay-grid pattern.






















Pixel Scarf:

Designed by Cristian Zuzunaga, this scarf was an instant hit. It's 100% silk and you can buy it from the designer's web site.

















Linen Ombre

This cool blue number is available from Sperry for $30. If you're on a budget search 'gradient scarf' on ebay buy it now and a million cheaper alternatives should come up starting at $2.50.















Peacock Print:

I found this one on ebay too. There are hundreds available. I like how this one isn't overwhelmed by the peacock print (ie, all blue-green, the 'eye' of the feather gets lost in it) and crinkles along the edges of the pattern.















Pantone Scarf:

My personal favorite, Tolani's rainbow pixel tile mosaic scarf. I'm currently hunting for this one, which is around $85  and has been sold out on many sites. Featuring almost every color on the palette, it will match with anything. It mimics the Pantone color chart's gradient scheme.















The Ugly:

The color is pretty but would you really want to wrap yourself in one of these? No thanks.














** This is not a complete list. As the weather gets colder, I will make a post with knit and wool scarves.

Style Tips: There are so many ways to wear a scarf - loose drape, European knot (how I usually wear mine) shoulder wrap, neck wrap, double loop, etc. etc. Be creative and make your own knots and twists.

A scarf doesn't have to match the color scheme of what you are wearing. For example, if you've got a monochrome blue outfit on, adding yellow or orange will not clash but instead give the eye a break from the blues. If you've got a cheetah print top on, go for a solid, ombre, or large pattern instead of another small distracting print, but it should not necessarily be brown or beige to match the print.

Have fun with scarves as they are not difficult at all to wear and accessorize with.