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There’s a definite chill in the air and the IndyBest team don’t need more of an excuse than that to buy a new scarf. Whether you’re after a quick fashion fix to lift an outfit and keep the cold out, or want to buy a cashmere piece that will last you years, we think you’ll find one you like among this little lot. We’ve got the trends covered: faux fur, pastels, leopard print and monochrome, and some versatile classics too.
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10 best women’s scarvesShow all 10 1 /1010 best women’s scarves 10 best women’s scarves Bimba & Lola print scarf One of Spain’s coolest imports, Bimba y Lola is making waves in the accessories world. This large square scarf is a striking example of their bold and unusual prints that you could frame as a piece of art, but work very nicely as a neck warmer too. Also comes in grey.
£55, bimbaylola.com
10 best women’s scarves Helen Moore Bright Faux Fur Multi Vixen Scarf All Helen Moore’s pieces are designed and made in the UK. This big, bright scarf is an easy way to tap into the trend for faux fur that’s huge this season and it will add a serious pop of colour to winter outfits. Wear it around your neck or draped over your shoulders – see Fearne Cotton for style inspiration.
£120, notonthehighstreet.com
10 best women’s scarves River Island Lilac Chunky Cable Knit Snood If you’re after something chunky, then this hand-knitted snood is a good bet. In on-trend pastel lilac, it’ll keep you cosy without making too much of a dent in your savings.
£18, riverisland.com
10 best women’s scarves New Look Brown Leopard Print Done right, leopard print manages to be timeless and glam. The trick is to avoid overkill, so a scarf is a good starter for ten. This flattering long one in brown tones is a steal for under a tenner.
£7.99, newlook.com
10 best women’s scarves George Navy and Red Checked Scarf
10 best women’s scarves Zara Scarf With Fringes Pastels on a blanket-style scarf is a match made in fashion heaven this winter. At 185cm long, this one’s big enough to wrap yourself up in on the sofa too. If you want something more neutral, it also comes in khaki and ecru.
£25.99, zara.com
10 best women’s scarves N.Peal Knitted Cashmere Snood If you’re looking to invest in neckwear, nothing beats 100 per cent cashmere. This classic black cable knit snood from N.Peal – which first a shop opened in Mayfair’s Burlington Arcade in 1936 – is a winter winner, and bought through designer discount site The Outnet, you can get it at a great price.
£83.40, theoutnet.com
10 best women’s scarves French Connection Sno Wool-Blend Scarf We love this extra-long (two metres) monochrome wool-blend number with a sort of ombre effect. It’s versatile enough to go with everything but will add a bit of texture to your outfits.
£50, frenchconnection.com
10 best women’s scarves Topshop Monochrome Dogtooth Scarf Dogtooth is a classic print, and this year fashion pack are wearing theirs with a hint of pink, as seen on this blanket-style scarf. It also comes with a blue edging.
£22, topshop.com
10 best women’s scarves M&S Collection Paris Map Print Scarf Inject a bit of Parisian chic into your wardrobe with this fun piece. At first glance when folded, it looks like a subtle but interesting mushroom, cream and blue print. Unfolded, you get a map of the French capital.
£22.50, marksandspencer.com
Verdict:
For a scarf that won’t date but manages to be on-trend for autumn-winter 2014, try Topshop’s monochrome and pink dogtooth one. Or to make a bold statement, we like Helen Moore’s British-made Vixen.
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1. Bimba & Lola print scarf, £55
2. Helen Moore Faux Fur Multi Vixen Scarf, £120
3. River Island Lilac Chunky Cable Knit Snood, £18
4. New Look Brown Leopard Print, £7.99
5. George Navy and Red Checked Scarf, £10, (buy online from 13th Oct)
6. Zara Scarf With Fringes, £25.99
7. N.Peal Knitted Cashmere Snood, £83.40
8. French Connection Sno Wool-Blend Scarf, £50
9. Topshop Monochrome Dogtooth Scarf, £22
10. M&S Collection Paris Map Print Scarf, £22.50