The 10 best scarves - Features - Fashion - The Independent (2) White Company This dark grey scarf feels really lovely on the skin and it looks good too. With a gorgeous loose weave of fine wool and silk, it's lightweight, comfortable and warm, whilst the gauzy sheer texture gives it a linen look that makes it relaxed and modern, but elegant. £45, thewhitecompany.com (3) French Connection This timeless and classy woven scarf is designed in classic winter check. It's both old-school and contemporary at the same time, so works as a pressie for men of all ages. £30, frenchconnection.com (4) White Stuff The new colourful fish-print scarf with tasselled edging will brighten up any outfit and feels lovely and soft. Great for a casual look. £19.95, whitestuff.com (5) Fat Face It's all about checks and stripes in Fat Face's collection of winter scarves this year and they have some corkers for both a casual or smarter look. This multi-stripe one has fabulous colouring and will look particularly good paired with a cable knit jumper. £20, fatface.com (6) Phase Eight Snoods are easy to wear and this elegant fake fur number dresses up a coat for an evening out. It's cosy too. £24.50, phase-eight.co.uk (7) Superdry Superdry has reported a huge increase in sales this year and this scarf is typical of its classic style - designed but not designer, sporty but not technical. Blokes will like the chunky knit design £34.99, superdry.com (8) This Way to Heaven If you want to make a statement, these superfine cotton scarves featuring limited edition artwork stand out and are super versatile; they can be worn as a scarf then a wrap, sarong or dress if you're jetting on for winter sun. This one, entitled Spiral Sun, is by Sir Terence Frost, an acclaimed English artist known for his abstracts. £150, thiswaytoheaven.com (9) M&S North Coast This rusty shade works a treat with a range of colours and it is particularly good quality for the price. It's a classic style that can be worn by men, both young and old, making it a safe gift this Christmas. £19.50, marksandspencer.com (10) Boden Fair Isle Scarf This modern twist on a Scottish traditional pattern comes in lovely colours set against either a light silver grey or bright and cheery aqua. It's really comfortable, as well as being durable and there are matching gloves and a hat, all of which are currently on special offer. £31.20, boden.co.uk