Warmth
I really can’t express with words how many times scarves have rescued me from cold, I’m talking about that kind of double digit minus cold you get in New York. There were times the cold was literally icing my face and I pull up my scarf to make a pseudo face mask and get immediate relief that even hoodie couldn’t give. Sometimes I think I never really understood the essence of scarves until I experienced winter.
Layering/Prop Effect
Beyond functionality; giving warmth among other things, I think scarves and layering are two sides of a coin. So whether it’s for the extreme or mild cold, what matters is that I’m using the right scarf; light or thick. Same goes for a lot of outfits. I mean, I always thought white and denim made a complete outfit until I saw fashion entrepreneur, Jane Michael style it with a colourful scarf and realized all the fashion glam anyone needs might as just be hidden in a scarf
Super Affordable/Accessible
One fashion piece I never have to worry about budgeting for is the scarf. A lot of times , I think it’s ridiculously affordable especially for a piece that can literally take my look from zero to hero. Although there are designer scarfs that are pricy, I still get great deals from the
Thrift & discount stores around, Even markets have great deals too. You’ll be surprised how much you too can save on the scarves when you try shopping for them.
Backup Plan/Emergency Accessory
We all know every lady needs a style backup plan, from spilled tea to unexpected period, the list is endless and If I am to give a save the day award to any of the fashion pieces I own, it will definitely go to my scarves. The awesome part is that the scarf almost always look in place and planned. Even if I’m stuck in the boardroom but I need to switch my look to Wakanda style later, I’m confident that my scarf is good and ready to help me pull it off.
Fashion Freedom
If there’s any impact scarves have had on me, it’s that of making me a better fashionista and giving my creativity a room to explore. One day I can create an head wrap from the scarf, another day I can a neck wrap/ layer out of it.
Scarves have a long history with fashion, from being Roman clean clothes to military ceremonial outfits and everyday street style fashion, but you’ll be amazed that it is one fashion piece that is undervalued. Probably because it is everywhere and not necessarily pricy. Ultimately whether you choose to get your scarf from the thrift or designer store is not the real deal, what matters most is how you rock it and what you’re able to get out of it. You’ll be surprised how that 500 Naira scarf can be all the prop your designer dress needs to pop.
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