Scarves

At Vallgatan 12, you’ll find a carefully curated selection of scarves from established and contemporary brands, featuring designs that combine function with considered materials, patterns and proportions. The range spans warm knitted wool and cashmere scarves to lightweight silk scarves, square designs and larger shawls that can be worn in several different ways.

Scarves have both a practical and aesthetic function, with material, size and construction determining how the accessory is used. A heavier scarf creates an insulating layer around the neck in colder temperatures, while thinner scarves are primarily used as part of an outfit and can be worn around the neck, over the shoulders, in the hair or tied around a bag. Larger designs can also be draped over outerwear and knitwear, making proportions an important part of the accessory’s function and expression.

The designs vary primarily in shape, length and width. Rectangular scarves are common and can be wrapped one or more times around the neck depending on their length and the material’s volume. Square scarves are often folded diagonally and can be tied in several ways, while narrow scarves create a more linear silhouette. Triangular designs are shaped to fall naturally at the front or over the shoulders. Larger shawls and oversized designs provide more material to drape and can function as an extra layer over clothing.

The choice of material affects the accessory’s warmth, weight, drape and surface texture. Wool is common in scarves for autumn and winter thanks to its naturally insulating and temperature-regulating properties. Merino wool has fine fibres and provides a soft, supple quality, while lambswool often has a fuller texture. Cashmere is characterised by very fine fibres, low weight and high insulating ability relative to the material’s thickness. Alpaca and mohair can be used to create additional volume and a soft or brushed surface texture.

Silk is an established material for lightweight scarves and combines low weight with a soft drape and natural lustre. Different weaving techniques can give silk anything from a smooth, glossy surface to a more matte and structured one. Cotton and linen are used in lighter designs where breathability and a drier feel are desirable, while viscose and synthetic fibres such as polyester and polyamide may occur separately or in material blends to influence properties such as abrasion resistance, texture, elasticity and shape retention.

Construction varies between knitted and woven designs. Knitted scarves can range from fine-knit to chunkier ribbed or textured qualities, with yarn thickness and knitting density affecting both volume and insulation. Woven scarves instead derive their properties from the combination of fibre, weaving technique and thread density. Edges may be machine-hemmed, hand-rolled, raw or finished with fringes depending on the material and design.

Details play a clear role in the category and may include fringed finishes, contrasting edges, embroidery, logos and woven or printed motifs. Printed designs are often used on silk scarves to create detailed patterns, while jacquard weaving means that the motif is built directly into the fabric’s structure through the weaving process. On knitted scarves, ribbing, cable knit and other textures can create variation without additional decorative elements. The accessory’s size and the way it is tied or draped also affect how these details are presented.

Scarves are used throughout the year, but material and construction determine which season a design is best suited to. Heavier wool, cashmere, alpaca and mohair provide insulation in autumn and winter, while silk, cotton, linen and lighter weaves work in spring and summer or as decorative accessories year-round. Between seasons, lighter wool and cashmere qualities can provide a lightly warming layer without the same volume as a heavily knitted scarf.

Proper care is essential for preserving the material’s structure, shape and surface over time. Wool, cashmere, alpaca and mohair should be washed sparingly according to the product’s specific care instructions and are usually best dried flat to reduce the risk of stretching. Pilling can occur naturally through friction and can be carefully removed with a tool suited to the material. Silk should be handled with care and protected from direct contact with perfume, cosmetics and other products that may cause stains or affect the fibre. Scarves should be stored dry and preferably folded without heavy pressure to avoid permanent creases and unnecessary strain on the material.

Vallgatan 12’s selection of scarves includes accessories where material, construction and proportions create different functions and expressions. From warm wool and cashmere scarves to lightweight silk scarves, square designs and larger shawls, the range offers options for different seasons, ways of wearing the accessory and parts of the wardrobe.