Fashion: Making a statement with scarves

Throw it over your shoulders or wrap it around you like a shirt—the humble stole offers styling options galore

A swish runway accessory seen in the collections of luxury label designers such as Versace and Dior, scarves are now having their moment. “However, their earliest mention dates back to Ancient Egypt, when Queen Nefertiti is believed to have used them as an embellished piece to cover her head,” informs veteran fashion designer Madhu Jain.

Photos by Raj K Raj; Styling by Tanya Aggarwal; Art direction by Amit Malik; Make-up and hair by Pallavi Sharma; Model: Gabi (Auraa Talents)

Scarves by Dushala; Kurta and pants by Abraham & Thakore; Hat by Carlton London; Boots by H&M

Fashion designer Madhu Jain

Crop top and pants set by Nautanky; Neck scarf by Chumbak; Shoes by Zara

Celebrity stylist Rishi Raj

Coat by Blush; Neck scarf by Kazo; Head scarf by H&M; Earrings by Accessorise

Crop top by Ani Clothing; Pants and suspenders by Nitika Mahisalkar; Earrings by Forever New

Designer Nachiket Barve

Scarf draped as a top by Limerick; Shorts by Vidhi Wadhwani; Shoes by Zara; Head scarf by Nykaa Fashion

Fashion designer Nida Mahmood

Dress and scarf by Mandira Wirk; Shoes by Zara