Every Stylish Person I Know Owns This Elegant, Rich-Looking Accessory—29 Of the Best for Every Budget

Oh, cashmere. The luxe fabrication everyone wants to be enveloped in. Come winter, the fashion set beckons the streets in enviable ensembles and you needn’t look closely to spot a sea of cashmere wraparounds. Scarves have come a long way over the past decade. I spent my teens negating layers and bartering with my parents to shed one or two. You know the sort, I give you back a coat and raise you a scarf—thinking of scarves as an outfit hindrance. Therefore, in adulthood, I’m fascinated by the evolution that’s led scarves to become a much-coveted accessory and significant fashion piece. As someone who appreciates neutral tones, I’ve amassed a collection, ranging from camel and ecru to brown and when in cashmere, even better.

Scarves are one of winter’s most practical accessories and this year, there’s been an evident shift towards elevated scarves spurred by the scarf coat trend. We’ve been served considerably more cashmere scarves than ever before and specialist brands are being propelled to the forefront, in a bid to expertly craft the perfect winter accessory.

You may be wondering if cashmere is worth the price markup (an understandable question considering the price point), to which my answer is yes. As someone who champions hardwearing fabrications for longevity, I’ve been impressed by every cashmere piece I’ve owned. It’s one of the most durable fabrications I’ve trialled—sourced from goats, the fibres are soft but insulating, and therefore perfect for cold weather conditions, plus, with the absence of lanolin, it’s hypoallergenic. This season is an inspiring time for scarves—from fringed trimming to triangle scarves and inventive styling methods (like head wraps), so rest assured that you’ll also be investing in myriad style options. If you’re wondering where to start you’ve come to the right place. See and shop a dedicated cashmere scarf edit below. It’s perfectly timed for the cold snap.