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Infinity scarf

An infinity scarf, also known as a ring scarf or a cowl, is a circular scarf without defined ends. Unlike traditional scarves, they do not need to be fastened around the neck. They are often worn doubled, though they may be worn in a singular loop, or looped further if desired. A regular scarf can be fitted to mimic its appearance. Infinity scarves were popular in 2010s fashion. Two infinity scarves from a Canadian business were gifted to Barack Obama's daughters from Justin Trudeau. Instructions for how to wear them were one of the top Google searches for fashion in 2019. The trend declined when blanket scarves faced renewed interest.

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An infinity scarf, also known as a ring scarf or a cowl,1 is a circular scarf without defined ends.21 Unlike traditional scarves, they do not need to be fastened around the neck.3 They are often worn doubled, though they may be worn in a singular loop,1 or looped further if desired.4 A regular scarf can be fitted to mimic its appearance.5 Infinity scarves were popular in 2010s fashion.6 Two infinity scarves from a Canadian business were gifted to Barack Obama's daughters from Justin Trudeau.7 Instructions for how to wear them were one of the top Google searches for fashion in 2019.8 The trend declined when blanket scarves (which are bigger than infinity scarves) faced renewed interest.9

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  1. Mancoff, Debra N. (2024). Looking at fashion: a guide to terms, styles, and techniques. J. Paul Getty Museum. Los Angeles: J. Paul Getty Museum. p. 113. ISBN 978-1-60606-900-4.
  2. Nuss, Jeannie. "Scarves are the new accessories". The Columbus Dispatch. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
  3. Harrop, Joanne (December 26, 2009). "Infinity scarves bring a twist to accessorizing". Tribune Review. ProQuest 382289399. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
  4. Antonick, Gary (August 24, 2015). "Turning Infinity Inside Out: A Seamstress's Conundrum". The New York Times. ProQuest 1712347098. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
  5. Bousquet, Kristen. "20 of the Coolest Ways to Wear an Infinity Scarf This Season". SheKnows. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
  6. Waters, Lauren. "The Best Ways To Style An Infinity Scarf". The List. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
  7. Ridlington, Emily. "Ottawa designer's scarves gifted to Barack Obama's daughters". CBC News. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
  8. Tietjen, Alexa. "James Charles, VSCO Girls and More of 2019's Top Google Searches". WWD.com. ProQuest 2324494789. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
  9. Price, Brianna. "Infinity scarves for infinity?". University Wire. ProQuest 2131302611. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
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