Quality cashmere is always an investment worth making. Not only is it the most luxurious cosy fabric, but it’s also hard-wearing, and will last you for years to come. The easiest way to inject a touch of the yarn’s delightful warmth into your wardrobe? A cashmere scarf.
The fabric is crafted using fibres found in the undercoat of cashmere goats that primarily live in the fluctuating climate of the Gobi Desert across China and Mongolia. The super soft, ultra-fine hairs, which are protected by a coarse outer layer, keep the goats warm in winter and not too hot in summer, so it’s clear to see where the fabric gets its magical properties from.
An accessory that will never go out of style, it’s a hardworking part of any winter capsule wardrobe. Whether you prefer a skinnier design to style in a nonchalant French way, or a statement blanket scarf that will see you through the sub-zero temperatures January has in store, the good news is that, cared for properly, whichever you choose it will live happily in your wardrobe winter after winter.
If you’re in the market for a style you’ll wear daily, go for a neutral colour that works with almost any outfit. Always take note of the percentage of cashmere content, as styles that are blended with manmade fabrics like nylon or polyester tend to bobble more easily (or pile, for those in the know) and are slightly less luxurious to the touch.
Piling is pretty much inevitable regardless of the quality, so it may be worth investing in a cashmere comb or fabric shaver to keep your new purchase looking fresh. Even better? You could treat a special someone to both, for a gift that will keep on giving.
So, keep scrolling to see our carefully curated selection of the best that will fend off the cold and keep you looking stylish all at once.
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Extreme Cashmere No°86 Spag Scarf Breton Navy & White
Based in Amsterdam, Extreme Cashmere’s founder Saskia Dijkstra brings over 20 years experience in cashmere production to the table to produce seasonless, unisex designs of the highest quality.
This ultra-soft Breton-striped scarf will add a sprinkling of drama to any winter ‘fit, and includes a touch of stretch for added comfort.
Buy now £500.00, Couverture & The Garbstore
Uniqlo 100% Cashmere Scarf
For a wallet friendly option, look no further than Uniqlo. Crafted using 100 per cent cashmere, whilst it doesn’t offer the same level of craftsmanship as some styles in this edit, it offers the same luxurious warmth and softness for a fraction of the price. In a muted chocolate brown, it’s a versatile piece that will keep on giving.
Buy now £49.90, Uniqlo
Begg & Co Cashmere Arran Scarf
A brand that manufactures responsible cashmere knitwear, accessories and homeware at mills on the west coast of Scotland, Begg & Co maintain high social and animal welfare standards at every stage of the process.
Crafted using 100 per cent cashmere, the handmade Arran scarf is perfectly soft, timeless, and the warm merlot hue is ideal for the upcoming festivities.
Buy now £266.00, Harrods
Oyuna Esra Cashmere Shawl (200cm x 70cm)
Blending the heritage of her homeland with the needs of modern life, Oyuna founder, Oyuna Tserendorj, takes inspiration from Mongolia when designing her collection of fashion, accessories, and homeware. Working towards a more sustainable future for the cashmere circle, the label safeguards the herding communities and protects the fragile environment in which they live.
Designed in a 200cm by 70cm size, when you’re not draping this shawl over your body for maximum protection from the elements, you could throw it over the back of a chair for add a dash of warmth in any living room.
Buy now £295.00, Harrods
Johnstons of Elgin Finged Cashmere Scarf
Designed by a Scotland-based brand that has been producing knitwear for over 200 years, you’re in safe hands when it comes to Johnstons of Elgin.
In a tonal brown colourway, the label’s 100 per cent cashmere fringed scarf is an elevated versatile option that will look completely different depending on how you decide to wear it.
Buy now £230.00, Net-A-Porter
Loewe Anagram scarf in cashmere
Well known for luxury knitwear, among bags and avant-garde fashion shows, Loewe’s scarf will up your style game throughout the autumn/winter season.
With a two tone monochrome design, an all over monogram of the Spanish fashion house’s logo, and an embossed calfskin tab, it’s a masterclass in luxury that’s worth the investment.
Buy now £550.00, Loewe
Arket Woven Cashmere Scarf
Woven from recycled cashmere and recycled wool, Arket’s design offers a luxurious soft feel with a considerably reduced environmental impact when compared with conventional cashmere. In a grey melange, it’s an easy-to-wear design that’s a perfect gift for any conscious shoppers in your life - and it comes in seven other colours.
Buy now £59.00, Arket
Aspinal of London Pure Cashmere Scarf
Offering personalisation embroidery and a luxury gift wrap service, Aspinal of London is the place to go if you’re looking for a thoughtful gift that any lucky recipient would treasure forever.
Woven in Scotland using a fine cashmere yarn that makes for the perfect cold weather essential, it’s a genderless navy design that will stand the test of time.
Buy now £128.00, Aspinal of London
