The good news: A scarf is a versatile piece of clothing that can keep you from freezing your ass neck off in fall, winter, and spring. The bad news: The wrong scarf can make you look like an effeminate fancy boy.
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The trick is to know what to wear and how to wear it. So whether you’re bundling up with a parka and winter hat, or just need something to keep you warm while wearing jeans and a blazer, these simple guidelines will ensure you look okay doing it.
PRICE AND FABRIC
You can buy a scarf made of anything from fleece to polyester to cashmere. None is right or wrong; they just have to match the rest of what you’re wearing (but you will ante up for cashmere or hand-knit scarves). The main thing: Make sure the thing actually keeps you warm.
Affordable: Carhartt Men’s Series 1889 Knit Scarf ($8 @ Amazon.com)
More expensive: Armani Jeans Men’s Wool Scarf (125 @ Amazon.com)
NEXT: LENGTH & THICKNESS