The scarf is one of the most simple but effective accessories. Being, essentially, a rectangular cut of wool or fabric, you’d think that there’s very little room for development. But that's where you're wrong.
Down scarves represent a new age of insulating neckwear. If you thought that wrapping a woolen scarf around your neck was a pleasure, wait until you graduate to the big leagues: we’re talking goose-down fillings to see you through fall and winter.
From luxury collaborations like 7 Moncler and Fragment Design through to the stalwarts of outdoor performance, The North Face, a strong and varied collection of designers have tried their hand at the down scarf. This selection accounts for all of them, so whether you’re out to make a visual mark, or to top up your hiking gear, keep scrolling.
Shop the best down scarves below.
The North Face Black Label Insulated Scarf
Insulated Scarf
The North Face Black Label
Resplendent in yellow tartan, The North Face Black Label's Insulated Scarf is a failproof option. 700-fill goose down is super lightweight as well as highly insulating, which means that this down scarf packs away into a tiny, portable bag.
Moncler Padded Laqué Scarf
Padded Laqué Scarf
Moncler
Moncler’s signature wet-look shell characterizes this Moncler padded scarf which features the brand's seal of approval in felt to the hem.
Snow Peak FR Down Stole
FR Down Stole
Snow Peak
Whether you’ve seen it before or not, there’s no denying that a pocket on your scarf is a stroke of genius. Technical nylon covers down padding for this techy winner.
7 Moncler Fragment Logo-Jacquard Tartan Padded Flannel Scarf
Logo-Jacquard Tartan Padded Flannel Scarf
7 Moncler Fragment Hiroshi Fujiwara
7 Moncler teams up with Japanese culture kingpin Hiroshi Fujiwara's Fragment Design for this down-filled scarf. Monochrome tartan graces the accessory while a slit to one side ensures an easy wrap.
Aimé Leon Dore x Woolrich Quilted Scarf
Quilted Scarf
Aimé Leon Dore x Woolrich
New York meets, well… Woolrich from Woolrich. Water-repellant ripstop protects Primaloft padding for a durable but lightweight finish. A natural olive colorway makes it an easily styled number, too.
Embassy Of Bricks & Logs DUBBO Scarf
DUBBO Scarf
Embassy Of Bricks & Logs
While down scarves might be cozy as hell, they can be a challenge to sustainability. This number from Embassy Of Bricks & Logs boasts a 100% recycled shell alongside a filling crafted from recycled post-consumer PET.
Moncler Hooded Quilted-Down Scarf
Hooded Quilted-Down Scarf
Moncler
Moncler's Hooded Quilted-Down Scarf is filled with a mix of down and feathers to uphold the label's high standards. The glossy surface packs a visual punch, mimicking the signature shine of Moncler's down jackets.
4SDESIGNS Scarf
Scarf
4SDESIGNS
4SDESIGNS opts for a much less bulky silhouette than the others in this roundup which, if you're not expecting baltic temperatures, should still be more than qualified for the job.
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