Winter will be here again before you know it (at least on the East Coast), which means it’ll be time to break out all the warm clothes, coats and layers. Speaking of layers, winter scarves for women are cute, cozy and make the perfect cold weather accessory. Although I can’t promise they will make you like winter any more though.
Scarves have always been one of my favorite accessories. I love that they can be used to not only keep you warm, but also to add a little color and fun to an outfit. Now, during these unprecedented times, they can even be used as a face mask.
With such a variety to choose from, including chunky knit, plush ribbed and soft flannel, what are the best ones?
To help narrow it down I found 20 cute and cozy scarves for women.

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Do scarves keep you warm?
When you wear scarves, shawls and wraps they keep in your body heat which helps warm you up.
If you pull a scarf up around your mouth you can form a diy face mask.
You will often find me doing this with my scarves now more than ever, even if I am vacationing at home.
How do you wear a scarf as a face mask?
Learn how you can quickly turn a scarf into a homemade face mask in 3 easy steps:
- Fold the scarf into a triangle shape (a cotton one works best, as it won’t slip).
- Place the folded part over your nose and mouth.
- Tie both of the ends into a knot behind your head. (Make sure it’s tight enough to hold the mask up, but comfortable enough to breath)
How do women wear winter scarves?
Women can wear winter scarves in a variety of ways, but it is really up to your personal preference.
My favorite are winter infinity scarves because you can easily loop them around your neck, no tying necessary.
Another simple way to wear winter scarves for women is to fold the scarf in half then drape it around your neck.
Next, take the two loose ends and put them through the loop of the folded part of the scarf. You can make it as tight or loose as you’d like.
If you want to look casually fashionable, then simply take a winter scarf and just let it hang around your neck. It will drape nicely over your shoulders.
I have a big fuzzy plaid scarf I bought years ago while traveling and it has become one of my best travel essentials, along with these Tieks or my favorite boots. I always wear it on the plane because it’s one of my best kept travel secrets.
Some of these even come in a matching hat scarf and gloves set.
The best part is that you can easily shop them all right online.
What are the different types of scarves?
There are so many types of scarves, which is probably why I have a whole closet full of them.
For wintertime I recommend wearing all the warmest styles (cashmere, wool, knit) and save the lighter styles (silk, chiffon, cotton) for the spring and fall.
20 Winter Scarves for Women (cute & cozy ones)
This cool checked scarf is blanket-sized for cozy wrapping, twisting and draping. This plush, ribbed and fringe-tipped knit scarf is cozy and made extra-long so you can style it in a variety of ways. It's so soft that it makes the perfect travel essential. This fun oversized scarf has a color block pattern & fringe ends. It makes for the perfect color pop! This cozy, soft-brushed flannel scarf lays perfectly over your shoulders, or wraps around your neck multiple times. The soft, airy weave of this sweeping fringed scarf makes it even more cozy. Plus it comes in 2 different colors. You will be comfortable and chic in this blanket scarf that features supersoft fabric, fringe trim and a classic plaid pattern. Easily throw on a leopard print scarf to add some wild glamour to your look. Woven with a textural windowpane pattern, this light and airy tasseled scarf is perfect for warding off aggressive AC. With its warm and cozy faux-fur lining and stylish designs, this women's scarf is the perfect choice to tie your cold-weather look together. This oversize reversible leopard scarf with fringe is a cozy winter accessory must have. This oversized scarf featured a color block pattern & fringe ends. This cable knit scarf, which comes in two other colors, can be wrapped, knotted, or draped for added warmth and soft texture. The perfect complement to so many outfits, this oversized plaid scarf drapes beautifully over your shoulders, or you can wrap it around your neck. Insanely soft and so cozy, this printed oblong scarf promises to keep you warm and your style fierce. Goes perfectly with my favorite pair of Tieks. One side of this fun scarf features a classic houndstooth pattern while the other includes fun polka dots Even better than the fact that this scarf is super cute, is that it is currently over 50% off! This scarf has a brushed weave, plaid print and frayed trim. This scarf is perfect to carry you through the fall and winter! With a couple twists, snaps, and wraps this scarf will provide you with warmth and endless customizable styles.
LOFT Checked Blanket Scarf
Rib Knit Blanket Scarf
Women's Over Color block Scarf With Fringe Multi
Fringed, Oversized Plaid Wool Scarf
Blanket Scarf With Fringe
Stylish Warm Blanket Scarf
Leopard Print Scarf
Textured Windowpane Scarf
Women's Fairisle Scarf
Sole Society Women's Over Reversible Leopard Scarf With Fringe Brown Combo From
Checkered Fringed Multicolored Scarf
Cable Knit Scarf
L.L.Bean Wool Plaid Scarf
Cozy Fuzzy Oblong Scarf
Double-sided scarf in houndstooth dot
Cobalt Herringbone Scarf
Hat Attack Weekend Plaid Scarf
Raw edge colorblock scarf
Vinyasa Scarf in Cotton
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