Scarf • Ted Baker | Top • Nordstrom | Jeans • Paige | Boots • Similar here, splurge version here | Bag • Michael Kors  | Sunglasses • Ted Baker | Lip Pencil • M·A·C Burgundy | Lipstick • M·A·C Dark Side

There is nothing like a gorgeous scarf to change the mood of an outfit.  I wore this beautiful burgundy tunic here, where it was the star.  Now I add this beautiful accessory and you hardly notice the sweater.  The scarf’s print is so eye-catching everything else fades into the background.  The takeaway from this is pretty evident:  if you want to change a look, or if you’re tired of “the same old top”, add a scarf.  What an easy way to revive an outfit.

I can’t say it’s a low cost accessory.  We’ve all seen scarves in the several-hundred-dollar range.   But if you put together a look of basic separates and feel it’s missing that certain spark, try adding some lovely accent colors around your neck.  Silk, like my example above, drapes beautifully and spans most seasons.  Knits and wool weaves are wonderfully cozy this time of year.  All can be found in any color imaginable, and in an infinite number of patterns. The ways to wrap and tie a scarf are almost as limitless.  You can truly make anything old seem new again!

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