Scarf
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A
scarf (also called a
muffler) is a piece of
textile, often long and narrow, usually worn on or near the
head, for warmth,
fashion, cleanliness, or
religious purposes.
In cold climates, a thick
knitted scarf (often of
wool) is often tied around the
neck to keep warm. This is usually accompanied by a warm
hat and heavy
coat.
The craft of knitting
garments such as scarves is an important trade in some countries.
In drier, dustier climates, or in environments where there is a lot of airborne contaminants, a thin scarf is often worn over the head to keep the hair clean. Over time, this custom has evolved into a fashionable item in many cultures, particularly among women.
As well, religions such as
Islam promote modest dress among women; many
Muslim women wear a headscarf often known as a
hijab, but more correctly called the
khimar.
Coloured scarves are traditional supporter wear for fans of
Soccer teams across the world. As part of pre-match build ups fans will create a 'scarf wall' in which all supporters in a section of the stadium will stretch out their scarves between both hands creating a 'wall' of colour, usually accompanied by a club anthem such as
You'll Never Walk Alone at
Liverpool FC &
Celtic FC or Grazie Roma at
AS Roma . This was initially a British phenomenom but has since spread to Europe and South America.Scarf wearing is also a feature of support for
Australian rules football clubs in the
Australian football league.
Students in the
United Kingdom traditionally wear
academic scarves with distinctive colours which identify their university or college.
In
haute couture, the
French fashion company,
Hermès is famous internationally for its scarves.
Tom Baker's
Fourth Doctor on
Doctor Who had a 20+ foot long scarf as a characteristic part of his wardrobe.
Some
Japanese superheroes also wear scarves for effect. But, as one of these superheroes learns the hard way, these scarves are no substitute for
capes. In the first few episodes of the Japanese
tokusatsu series
Choujin Bibyuun, a
youkai named
Birin would hold back the titular superhero from attacking wounded youkai by grabbing his long, lime green scarf in its mouth, giving its companion
Shindo time to
teleport the wounded youkai to safety.
See also
*
Turban*
Veil*
Tippet*
How to tie a scarf*
How to wear a scarf
