# Sensibly Smart Neckwear This Season's Paul Smith Scarves are Charming and Sensible By Felicia Moursalien | Published 2011-11-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-smith-scarves References: [porvocacao](http://www.porvocacao.com/porvocacao/paul-smith-aw11-scarves/) & [paulsmith](http://www.paulsmith.co.uk/) Scarves make the human race a better species to look at and the Paul Smith scarves for Fall 2011 are no exception to this truth. They come in a variety of different colors and patterns such as [stripes and polka dots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burberry-b-shield-scarf) and are made of virgin wool -- which is wool spun for the first time not virgin animals if you were confused -- and [luxurious cashmere](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/california-cashmere-collection). Paul Smith is a brand known for its distinct use of colors and patterns and this season's collection brings a bit of flair to the practical item. The colors are sensible and smart and you can just imagine a tall handsome man wearing this with his dark jacket. The Paul Smith scarves make a perfect gift for any member of the family this [holiday season](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-apparel-collection). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sensible Scarves:** Opportunity for incorporating practical design elements into fashion accessories - **Luxury Wool:** Opportunity for sustainable sourcing and branding using natural fibers - **Patterned Perfection:** Opportunity for creating unique designs and personalization in mass-produced items ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Opportunity for incorporating practical design elements into fashion accessories - **Textiles:** Opportunity for sustainable sourcing and branding using natural fibers - **Retail:** Opportunity for creating unique designs and personalization in mass-produced items ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cozy Scarf Coats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scarf-coat.md) - [In-Between Seasonal Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laolao-studios.md) - [Cozy Outerwear Gift Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/westerdale-scarf.md) - [Aromatic Winter Scarves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ricola-capsule.md) - [Timeless Holiday Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-apparel-collection.md) - [Parisian Sophisticated Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nn07.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Comfortable Sophisticated Knit Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kerisma-knits.md) - [Versatile Cashmere Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/california-cashmere-collection.md)