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Just when you thought sweaters couldn’t get any cozier, a new trend comes along to give your go-to crewneck a high-fashion upgrade. Introducing the scarf sweater! The name says it all, but this winter-friendly sweater style integrates a scarf — whether it’s a permanent fixture or detachable — into the design. Some of the scarves are skinny and minimal, while others are large and act more as a cape for a dramatic look. Either way, the look is very upscale and gives a real rich mom vibe.
This trend began to rise fairly recently, so don’t be surprised if you’re struggling to find it at all your favorite retailers. To make your search simple, we went through the options available online and narrowed the list down to the ones worthy of hanging in your closet.
15 Scarf Sweaters That Are Chic and Warm
1. Our Favorite: Available in four colors, this two-piece sweater set is the best of both worlds. While the front makes it seem as if you’re rocking a scarf, the extra material in the back gives the appearance of a cardigan slung over your shoulders.
2. Skinny Style: You won’t have to worry about the two pieces getting separated — this Mango pick has an attached scarf, creating a sleek, no-fuss look.
3. Dramatic Detail: Made of 70% wool and 30% cashmere, Nordstrom’s elegant sweater features a fixed scarf with a dramatic, asymmetrical design. It’ll make any outfit look super expensive.
4. Real Relaxed: For something chunkier, Zara’s scarf sweater has a more relaxed silhouette and allows you to tie the scarf however you please.
5. Darling Draping: It’s business in the front and party in the back with this ASOS scarf sweater. The extra material drapes around the neck and hangs in the back for a graceful vibe.
6. Back It Up: This gray scarf sweater hangs low in the back, so only snag it if you’re prepared to make a statement in the office or on date night.
7. Splurge Worthy: Available in black and heather oat, Vince’s wool-cashmere scarf sweater has polished draping that adds dimension in all the right ways.
8. Lady in Red: The attached scarf on this red crewneck sweater allows you to drape it as you please, letting the scarf hang in the front or the back.
9. Cute Cowl Neck: Kenneth Cole’s version features a skinny scarf that you’ll probably style in the front, adding a playful touch to make a simple sweater stand out.
10. Wonderful Wool: It doesn’t get much cozier than this wool-blend sweater. The scarf drapes around the front and back, so you’ll look stylish and feel warm.
11. Trendy Turtleneck: Add this to your workwear lineup! Helmut Lang’s stretch-knit top adds dimension with its asymmetrical turtleneck design.
12. Chic Speckles: For a cool option that isn’t all one color, try a chunky, relaxed scarf sweater with a high neckline. The design screams winter.
13. Cute Cardigan: As if this asymmetrical button-up cardigan wasn’t cute enough, a matching scarf can be fastened to the button-and-loop attachments at the neck, holding it in place.
14. Slouchy Style: This three-quarter-sleeve option comes in a rich charcoal color, and the relaxed, chunky style would pair well with a tighter bottom.
15. Sleeveless Sweater: If you tend to get overheated, Kenneth Cole’s design is made of cozy sweater material but has a sleeveless design, giving you the best of both worlds.
