9 best scarves for women to snuggle up in this winter

Once you wrap this scarf around you, you’ll know why we named it the best buy. Not only is the pastel-coloured design lovely, but it also feels incredibly soft and almost silky against the skin. It’s long enough to wrap yourself up in and you can pop it in the washing machine should you spill soup, hot chocolate or anything else on your new winter warmer.

This snuggly scarf is a bargain, coming in at less than £20. We found that it kept us warm and cosy at all times. Our tester also liked that it was made from recycled polyester, a slightly more planet-friendly material, yet did find it wasn’t quite as thick as some of our other options. Luckily, its length means you can wrap it up nice and tight so you’re still nice and warm. It washes well, coming out lovely and soft.

If you’re looking for a design that is warm and cosy, then Boden may be the best place to look. This extra-wide option will wrap around your entire neck and shoulders, ensuring you’re nice and snuggly. The blend of acrylic, alpaca, and wool makes it incredibly soft without being itchy. Our one grip is that it isn’t quite as fluffy as its name first makes out, so don’t expect something super plush to arrive.

Lucy & Yak is well known for its sustainability incentives, earning the brand a ‘great’ score on third-party adjudicator Sustainable Review’s sustainability index. If you’re after a more planet-friendly pick, this could be the brand for you. Made from recycled polyester and dyed with low-impact dyes, this scarf doesn’t scrimp on style or colour while still being a bit more eco-conscious. It’s thick, warm and cosy and our tester felt sufficiently wrapped up during testing. Plus, we loved the rainbow colourway, which made us stand out from the crowd.

If you’re not one to faff around with thick and chunky scarves, you may want a lightweight design to see you through the colder season. This style offers exactly that: a thin, silky feel that’s sure to add an extra element of interest to any outfit. While it isn’t the warmest, it will protect your neck from any indoor draughts and our tester found that it felt nice against the skin too. One downside is that it’s handwash or dry clean only, so keep spillages to a minimum.

If you’re a fan of high-quality winter accessories, look no further than Le Bonnet. The brand’s scarf is made blend from a lambswool and Caregora wool (a responsible fibre from Angora rabbits) and feels soft, warm and cosy. On top of its all-natural fibre composition, what makes it stand out is the huge number of bright and bold colours. Our tester opted for the loud pink shade and even picked up the matching hat (£60, Lebonnet.com) to really pack a punch. It’s dry clean only though.

This snuggly scarf is very similar to our FatFace find in a classic check print that plays with pastel shades. Sitting on a slightly darker side, it combines blues, creams and browns to create a striking design that’s sure to work with a whole host of outfits. As you’d expect, it’s super soft.

Chunky knitwear instantly gives off a comfortable fashion statement, and this ivory scarf is no exception. The crochet design means this one stands out and it’s complete with cute tassels at the base. Soft, comfortable and large enough to wrap around your shoulders like a blanket, it’ll become a wardrobe staple. Our tester also loved how easily the cream colour worked with the rest of their wardrobe. If you’re a regular make-up wearer, watch out for foundation marks around the neck and be careful not to pull at any of the threads.

If you’re looking for a standout scarf style that’s sure to brighten up any outfit, opt for this design from Oliver Bonas. Not only is it instantly eye-catching with a colour-clashing animal print, it’s also super soft and snuggly. A big plus is that it’s machine washable, something our tester found to be really helpful when sipping away on coffee.