Wrap it Up

What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness.

John Steinbeck

A new scarf! You can't see it in photos, but it has a hint of sparkle and is SO cozy! [Target Cold Weather Infinity Scarf]

There is a definite chill in the air this morning: that subtle but undeniable shift between fall's end and winter's approach. At times like these I crave thick, chunky scarves. They provide that comfort and warmth I crave...like fashion's version of a cocoon. 

 

Of all the colors and prints out there, I find myself gravitating toward gray a lot. Perhaps it's the versatility. Or I associate gray weather with gray fabrics. On a crazy morning, gray is a safe grab when I have to wear a scarf but don't have the time to coordinate colored pieces. And the rising popularity of the infinity scarf? Heaven. 

Here are some new discoveries...and after realizing that I'd picked 3 gray scarves, I changed my tune and began to embrace more color.

1) Chunky Cowl Scarf (Etsy) (How adorable is this girl?!)

2) Gap Crisscross Cowlneck 

3) American Eagle Ombre Pointelle Loop Scarf

4) Infinity Scarf (Etsy)

5) Old Navy Softest Sweater Scarf

6) Lands' End Holiday Owl Scarf (okay, I had to go gray on this one...red just wasn't the same)

7) Sundance Striped Infinity Scarf

My scarf collection is out of control. It is a very sad day indeed when I have to say goodbye to one of them. But little can be done once a gauzy scarf looses its oomph or snags. A scarf has to be looong gone before I will bid it adieu. 

Storing them is another hurdle. Thankfully, the organization world is embracing scarf hoarders like myself. These are two that I use:

1) 10-Scarf Hanger (I have four of these and love them! The most efficient scarf organizer I've found.)

2) IKEA Komplement multi-use hanger (I like this hanger and it's ability to hold 28+ scarves, but the bottom scarves are hard to access and I forget about them)