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A men’s scarf is an easy way to elevate any outfit, and add warmth (obviously). See all your options in this style guide from Team SG.
There’s a few men’s winter fashion staples that every guy needs tucked away in his front hall closet. Your coziest long wool coat. A pair of leather gloves. The puffer you pull out when temperatures get really scary.
And a scarf. Every guy needs a scarf or two.
The scarf is a men’s cold weather wardrobe essential that feels like it’s gone by the wayside in recent years, despite its style and utility. Like a good watch, it can seem old-fashioned—you can just turn up your collar after all (or check the time on your phone)—but why skip this stylish accessory?
The scarf for men instantly communicates intentional dressing. You, it says, are someone who knows how to add the finishing touches to an outfit.
Oh also? Men in scarves are sexy!
Wrapping a scarf around your neck imbues you with that Je ne sais quoi that will have even a woman who doesn’t care a lick about fashion saying, “There’s just something about that guy…”
Keep scrolling for outfit inspiration for wearing a scarf this season, and shop Team SG’s favorites to level up your winter outfits this season.
Below, 6 stylish outfits featuring a scarf for men:
Wear a plaid men’s wool scarf
The gold standard. Consider splurging on a classic from Burberry or Barbour, since this is a style you’ll have forever.
Wear a solid-colored scarf
A great option for upgrading to cashmere when considering winter accessories.
After all, a solid-colored scarf will match all the winter outfits you could wear this season and feel so, so good around your neck.
Whether made from cotton, linen, or twill, this trendy scarf style is perfect for a guy who doesn’t want to fuss with complicated wrapping. Just take one end, and stick it through the slit on the other side.
Done and dusted.
Silk scarves have made a big comeback in men’s style in recent years. Whereas before they may have seemed stuffy or overly intellectual, now they just look smooth as hell.
The style was a main focus in the December Wardrobe Report (get it here!) and I have a feeling they’ll be on Team SG’s nice list for quite a few winters to come.
When is a scarf not really a scarf? When it’s a sweater you drape over your jacket.
This sophisticated style move has been heralded on SG before. Don’t let another winter pass you by without trying it for yourself.
Below, shop stylish scarf for men options:
Wool scarves are the first bucket to check off in your men’s scarf scavenger hunt.
Once you’ve got your bases covered, it’s time to branch out with your men’s scarf styles.
Padded bandana-print scarf, $150
You’ll attract some good attention in these stylish neck warmers.
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