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The blanket scarf is the perfect accent to any winter outfit; it is comfy, will keep you warm and is also stylish, as Danica David shows.

The newest trend in female fashion is also the comfiest trend: blanket scarves.

As similar to many Ontarians, I hate winter. And even though so far this November we have had record- breaking warm temperatures, we know the cold is coming. But a positive way to look at the seasonal change that brings lots of snow and a few cases of frostbite is to think of the comfy, fashionable clothes that come along with the season.

This year, the most popular and versatile item of cozy clothing is the blanket scarf. The blanket scarf can be worn with almost any outfit. It can be dressed down or up, and creates a casual, laid back feel to your style.

The blanket scarf is exactly as it sounds, a large scarf that drapes over your shoulders to create a laidback, but fashionable look, but also covers your back to keep you warm.

The prices for this much-needed piece of clothing ranges, but can be purchased here on campus every few weeks when homemade jewellery is sold in either Forwell Hall or the Student Centre.

Live Chic in F-Hall also has the fashionable item; they range from $25.95 to $60 and come in a variety of designs and colours.

“They are big and you can wear them different ways, you can wear them as a scarf, as a blanket or you can just drape them around your body, they are functional,” said Danica David a second-year Fashion Merchandising student

But if you are in a rush to add the blanket scarf to your wardrobe and want to venture outside of campus to purchase the item, you can visit Masonville Mall.

For moderate budgets, American Eagle may be the best choice. Their AEO Heritage Plaid Blanket scarf is only $46.93. It is large and cozy and comes in a black and white checked pattern and red, black and white plaid.

Express is another great Masonville store that has affordable blanket scarves. My favourite is the Geo Print Oblong Blanket Scarf for only $49.90.

Another great blanket scarf is the Calvin Klein Asymmetrical Blanket Scarf. It is only $58 and can be bought at the Bay. It is simplistic with two asymmetrical stripes. You can buy it in cream or grey and it is the perfect mix of edgy and classy.

If you have a higher budget, you can venture to Aritzia, where you can find a wide array of blanket scarves.

The price range here is from $85 to $135, but they are cozy, stylish, and worth it if you are going to wear it a lot.

The blanket scarf is the perfect accent to anyone’s closet, it is comfy, warm and stylish and adds a little zest to any fall or winter outfit.