The best scarves to see you through any cold spell
Look no further for the ultimate winter accessory
Words: Gentleman's Journal
Scarves come in all shapes and sizes. At one end of the spectrum you've got Lenny Kravitz going gargantuan with his neck warmers, and spurring 1000 memes as a result, while at the other you've got Timothée Chalamet in his minuscule shawls as he cosplays as a Nineties-era Bob Dylan.
That being said, should you wish to opt for something that neither or, and sits somewhere in the middle ground then there are plenty of options for you this winter. Scarves have a rich history spanning 3000 years - it's said that Egyptian Queen Nerfetiti was the first to be seen with a scarf - but today they aren't just about your standing in society and are indeed an essential in the wardrobes of every put-together man (or just those who don't want to feel the cold).
Below, we've compiled a list of the best scarves from the best brands for you to wrap up in (but not suffocate Kravitz style)...
Zegna Oasi Cashmere Scarf
Not just any scarf, Zegna's Oasi Cashmere scarf was born in Oasi Zegna, a 100km² natural territory and the home of the brand's values. It's crafted from Oasi Cashmere fibres, which Zegna commits to certifying as traceable. The ribbed scarf is thick and chunky, and is signed off with a tonal Zegna 232 Road Brand Mark.
Canali double cashmere scarf
Italian label Canali does elegance with ease. This double cashmere scarf, comes with invisible stitching, which makes it look as though it is a single piece of fabric, while it has been dyed the signature Canali green.
Sirplus lambswool scarf
Spun in the UK from super sort lambswool, British label Siprlus's generous scarf measures at 180cm in length and 25cm width. It's the ideal wraparound, without being too lengthy.
Slowear Wool and Angora scarf
A double whammy of a scarf, the very nice people at Slowear have really treated you to something special with their wool and angora blend garment. The pairing of soft, warm merino wool with the premium Angora component – unrivalled softness and warmth – creates the ultimate cold weather accessory.
Luca Faloni cashmere scarf
After a timeless scarf that will stand the test of time and look good, as well as keep your neck warm? Made from 100 per cent A-grade four-ply cashmere, Luca Faloni's ultra soft neck warmer does the job and then some.
N. Peal chunky cashmere scarf
Founded in London by Nat Peal in 1936, N.Peal is a luxury British cashmere brand famed for its excellence in knitwear and accessories manufacture. Marilyn Monroe, Cary Grant and Jackie Kennedy were fans, and this luxurious cashmere scarf is exemplary of why.
Begg x Co Nuance cashmere scarf
Scarves needn't be boring, and with a seamless transition of colour, the lightweight, cashmere Nuance scarf from Begg x Co proves that. Its appearance is down to innovative spinning techniques, which create a subtle, gradual blending of shades from fringe to fringe.
Brioni cashmere mouliné scarf
Using a traditional mouliné construction, whereby two threads of different colours are twisted together, Brioni's ultra-thick scarf will see you though any cold spell.
Johnstons Of Elgin Highgrove Heritage Scarf
The Highgrove Heritage Scarf is a product of a collaboration between Johnston of Elgin and Highgrove, the family residence of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Crafted from natural merino wool, each scarf is traceable from farm to finish, and it first launched in 2021 to coincide with the Campaign for Wool's 11th year and COP26.
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