Best scarfs gifts for women

Posted on November 9, 2008
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The scarf is a feminine and gentle gift that any woman would love to receive. A small accessory that can jazz up the dullest dress and put any woman in the spotlight. Before you go rushing to a store to buy a scarf, here are a few pointers. While buying a scarf look at the color, fabric, design, length and also whether it would match the personality of the receiver. 

As a clothing accessory, scarves are available in a wide spectrum of colors, while choosing bear in mind the taste of the recipient. If not, a thumb rule is that for extroverts, you can be a little more adventurous and go for brighter colors, for introverts, neutrals are your best bet.  

Gorgeous scarves are available in fabrics ranging from wool, lurex, velvet to silk. Pashmina scarves look elegant with evening wear. Any woman would love to own a Pashmina piece for the luxury and fine taste this embodies. These are available in plains, checks, stripes as well as typically Indian paisley designs and so on. If you want to make the gift extra special pick the embroidered and the beaded shawls. Some of them also come with tassels that add an interesting touch.

If you enjoy knitting, why not knit a scarf, it adds that personal touch to the gift and will be valued sentimentally. A warm gift that reflects your love and kindness. 

If your recipient loves to be a tad flamboyant, how about gifting a boa? Boas are long narrow scarves usually made from fur or feathers and make a dramatic evening accessory a la Hollywood.  

Velvet and silk scarves have an intensely luxurious feel and will make any woman feel like a princess. Lurex feels comfortable and can be a practical choice. 

When it comes to design, the variety is boundless. Checks, stripes, animal prints, abstracts, nature, celebrities, art and almost anything one can imagine are featured. If your friend is one who loves to experiment with new looks, go for a striking design that will make her stand apart. If she is more reticent or conservative with dressing, choose a conventional design. 

The length of a scarf dictates the way it’s worn. The standard scarf worn around the neck is about 12 inches long. The longer ones fall into the category of stoles and make a great evening accessory besides making a fashion statement. 

If you don’t want to gift just a scarf, team it with an accessory like a decorative scarf pin. Wrap it in style and gift with a flourish.

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