The differences between men’s scarves
We are going to talk about all the differences between scarves for men. Today, there is a large choice of scarves or neckerchiefs for gentlemen. Over time, the men’s scarf has largely replaced the tie to become the essential accessory a man’s wardrobe. It is a splash of creativity that makes or breaks your entire look.
Lightweight and natural
In spring and summer, scarves, or even better, cheiches, are very important for improving your style, but also are still used for comfort and warmth.What about when you are coming home on a summer evening and a refreshing breeze is passing by, wearing just a lightweight shirt? You know the next day you will have a sore throat and your nose will be blocked up! This is where a small, lightweight scarf would have come in handy!
Scarves are useful beyond just their aesthetics, and natural materials are the best choice for men’s lightweight scarves. Natural materials have thermoregulatory properties, meaning they will protect you from both hot and cold. They will keep your neck cool during hot weather, and insulate you from the cold on cool or rainy days.
Fine Cotton
The fine cottons often used for scarves are great for summer, and often come in large sizes of at least 80x190cm. Never forget your cotton scarf when you go on a trip. It is not overly delicate, does not wrinkle, you can just roll it up in your bag or your suitcase without any issues. And if you go to hot countries, you can even wear it wet around your neck!
Linen
Linen is also remarkable, it offers durability, breathability, not to mention its absorbancy and biodegradability. However, linen is known for creasing a lot and to avoid this problem, it is often mixed with cotton or silk.
Silk
Silk is a safe bet for the summer; it is very light, flowing, sensual, and delicate while still being very durable. It is a natural material with isothermal properties, and has an unparalleled satiny, luminous appearance. Silk prints always have deep, luxurious colors. For generations, man has tried to imitate silk with things like viscose, which is commonly called artificial silk, but in the end, nothing compares to real silk!
But be careful! Scarves made of natural materials are more expensive than synthetic materials. Look carefully at composition labels before buying!
Going beyond mere practicality
But beyond practicality and comfort, men’s scarves can change or even improve your outfit. This accessory makes a look’s final touch with its color, texture, and dimension.
If you are looking for a balanced look, pair a scarf with an elaborate pattern with a color that is complementary to your outfit’s color, and this way the scarf blends into the outfit to complete it. But on the other hand, you can choose a particularly detailed scarf with an original, unexpected color to spice up your look. The scarf then becomes the centerpiece of your outfit!
Remember to mix styles and to create contrast. For example with a casual chic outfit in dark colors, add a very colorful scarf (for example a cotton print) in a Bohemian style. But also the choice of the scarf can support and reinforce a style: an evening dress with a flowing and hanging silk scarf, or a “safari” style outfit with a natural-colored cotton linen scarf, for example.
The size of the scarf is also very important, so you can create volume. This can lengthen your silhouette if you drop the ends along the torso, or thicken it if you wrap the scarf several times around your neck. In any case, choose a long scarf as you will have more options.
Warm men’s scarves
Now let’s move on to the more wintery part. Men have always worn warm and cozy scarves to protect themselves from the cold. With a wool coat, a warm jacket, or a ski jacket… A warm scarf is an essential item in winter, but just like in summer, you have to choose it well, depending on your activity, your body type, and your style.
First and foremost is the choice of material
Wool
The material that comes to mind right away is wool. The only problem? Some wools are itchy! It is thus of great importance to choose Merino wool, which is much softer and more comfortable. Also, wool blends with silk or cotton are perfect for winter.
Cashmere
Cashmere is truly an exceptional material. Major luxury brands use it extensively for winter. This ultra soft and ultra warm natural fiber is very expensive because it is also very rare. Mongolian goat herds are small, and yet at the same time, cashmere is very fashionable. If you find a scarf with a cashmere percentage of even just 10 or 20%, it’s still a good choice.
Cotton
Today cotton is widely used in winter fabrics, it has good insulating properties and above all better durability compared to animal materials, but it does not keep you very warm on extra cold days. Cotton blends using wool are better choices, which will keep you warm while still having the durability of cotton.
Synthetic materials
Synthetic yarns like acrylic often appear in the composition of warm scarves. Polyester or polyamide can also be part of the composition in greater or lesser quantity. And yet we say: No, no and no ! If your budget allows it, choose natural materials, because your scarf will come into contact your skin! Nevertheless, it may be that one of these synthetic materials appears in small quantities on the label (5, 10, or 15%) do not despair, you will have a perfectly acceptable article at a better price!
Differences between warm men’s scarves
In winter men need warmth and comfort, there are a multitude of different scarves of varying thicknesses and sizes. Rely above all on touch, the composition, and the visual effect that you want. Large plaid style stoles will envelope you in their softness, small silk scarves will light up your neck, and big thick scarves will accompany you on your mountain hikes.
Comfort
Look for an essentially soft and warm scarf that does not itch. Do not forget to try it on, your neck is very sensitive, much more so than your hand. By trying it on, you will immediately see how comfortable it is!
Composition
Take a look at the composition right away, if you notice a majority percentage of natural material, the scarf may be suitable. Also look at where it was mace, think of our planet, and choose “Made in France”!
Color and design
It depends on your tastes and the effect you want. Each brand offers collections of men’s scarves for winter, you will be almost overwhelmed with choices. Striped designs or geometric designs in navy, beige, black, grey, khaki, red, or blue are all basics for men. But be creative and dare to use more original and trendy patterns and color schemes. Today, floral motifs or arabesques are in the spotlight for men. Brighter colors like electric blue, pine green, or tangy orange will give your look a boost.
In conclusion
You will see that there are many differences between men’s scarves: warm, lightweight, smart, more original… Come and discover our collection of men’s scarves at La Fabrique d’écharpe. You have an important choice to make, use the filters to help you, you can choose the color, size, material, feeling, and price.
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