On the surface, oversized scarves seem like the sort of thing best left for the trend obsessed and runway bred. Having said that, an oversized scarf is a practical way to stay warm and bring a sense of dimension to your outfit. Moreover, its popularity has been maintained for a few cold seasons now, dismissing those faddish perceptions it may conjure.
There are no tricks or complicated rules here. Simply sling an extensive scarf or cowl, plain or knit, over yourself and leave the rest of your ensemble simple. Match with a fitted, warm blazer or pants. Don’t wallow in your clothes by adding a parka or heavy winter coat.
As you get more accustomed to your extensive scarf, you’ll learn to break-it-in, adjusting it effortlessly to the contours of your body.
With oversized scarves or anything that uses a significant amount of fabric like a suit or a coat, you know it’s best to keep the colors or patterns subdued. In this case, a statement is already achieved with an extensive piece of fabric that is tied around a silhouette, thus bold colors or striking patterns are best left aside.
If you’re feeling really adventurous you can achieve the oversized look by pairing more than one scarf together. This could be tricky and require more maintenance than usual, yet you can achieve quite the result by experimenting with color, texture and size.
These scarves are available in most major retail stores. Zara, particularly makes some good knit ones in a range of interesting shades and tones. Having said that, check out some of the more artisan spots such at Etsy, where these can be made to order and aren’t so ubiquitous and commercial.
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