The "it" scarf

Okay I admit it.  I fell victim to the whole Hollywood oversized scarf trend. Images in Us Weekly of Jessica Alba and Lindsey Lohan with the scarf du jour thrown so effortlessly across their shoulders made want to jump on the accessory trend bandwagon with the quickness. I wasted no time in ordering one of the "it" brands for myself justifying the high price with the idea that this mere scarf would instantly transform not just my wardrobe but my psyche.

Boy was I disappointed.  

The scarf came and looked more like some leftover upholstery fabric than the wardrobe transformer I had envisioned.   I returned it immediately and came to a couple conclusions.  1) Scarves (unless they are cashmere) should not cost $100 or more particularly if they are of the trendy variety. 2) You can find a variety of stylish scarves at a much more reasonable price that wont leave you looking like a trendwhore.  And with all those extra scarves you'll be able to afford, the transformations are endless!

Target.com has an impressive collection of wraps and scarves in fabulous prints and a range of fabrics (cashmere included)!  I found one for $14.00 that looks super expensive and literally did transform my wardrobe!  Check out a couple of my faves or visit target.com for the entire collection.  Some are only available online but for the ones that are in stores, Target's site will actually find a location nearest you that carries your scarf of choice.

Hurry and get 'em quick - the one I purchased is already out of stock!

Target Checkered Metallic Yarn Scarf (Purple) - $19.99



Mossimo ME Cashmere Plaid Scarf (Olive) - $24.99



And for the slightly more trend-conscious, one of my favorite sites, Topshop.com, features a vast selection of scarves in just about every texture, print and color available. Shop Topshop for those slightly rebellious sometimes edgy looks that British fashion is so synonymous with. A couple of my fave scarves from Topshop:

Topshop Woven Leopard Scarf - $32.00



Topshop Herringbone Super Fluffy Scarf - $24.00



Topshop Check Frill Scarf - $32.00