What are the differences between a scarf, a stole and a neckerchief?
The scarf
The scarf is distinguished from the stole and the headscarf by its size and texture. Their only common point: all these models are rectangular in shape, unlike the bandana, the square and the shawl which are square in shape.
The width of a scarf can vary between 30 and 40 cm, for a length ranging from 150 to 200 cm. Unlike a scarf, the primary purpose of a scarf is to keep us warm and protect our necks from winter temperatures.
It is therefore worn outdoors, and is woven or knitted with thick and warm threads. There are scarves made of a single material (e.g. wool, cashmere, etc.), or made of a mixture of materials (e.g. wool and silk, wool and cotton, etc.).
The stole
The stole is wider and longer than the scarf or shawl. Its width varies between 60 and 80 cm, and its length can range from 160 to 220 cm.It can be worn on the shoulders like a shawl, or around the neck like a large scarf or a large scarf. What characterizes the stole is therefore above all its size!
The scarf
The scarf is woven or knitted with fine threads. It is a useful accessory, which is intended to insulate from heat, cold or wind, but it is also an aesthetic accessory, perfect for embellishing or twisting your outfits.
In the Philéone collection, the scarves are often 100% silk. They are vaporous and delicate, and can be of various shapes. Thus, we find "bandana" format scarves, small and square, or "scarf" format scarves, long and narrow. There are also "stole" format scarves, very enveloping.
And there you have it!
You now know the main characteristics that distinguish scarves from stoles and shawls. Take a look at our collections and discover all our 100% made in France products for women and men.
Women's scarves made in France
Women's scarves made in France
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Men's scarves made in France