Is the wool-silk gauze warm enough for winter?

Not on its own. The gauze weave is thin and airy, so it suits spring, fall and air-conditioned rooms. For cold winters, a cashmere or heavy wool scarf is the better pick.

How is it different from Burberry's classic cashmere scarf?

This one is a lightweight wool-silk gauze with a giant check; the classic scarf is heavier cashmere in a smaller check. The gauze drapes and packs more easily but insulates far less.

How should I care for it?

Treat it gently: hand wash cold or dry clean, and dry flat away from direct heat. Do not tumble dry, and store it folded to avoid stretching the gauze.

It is a long rectangular scarf with fringed ends, sized to wrap once or loop through the knotted style shown. Exact dimensions are not listed here, so confirm them with the seller before ordering.

When is the best time to buy it?

Designer scarves tend to discount at end of season and during major sales events. Check the price history on this page to see whether the current price is near its low.

Where can I buy the Burberry giant check wool-silk gauze scarf?

3 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, Atelier New York, eBay.

Burberry giant check wool-silk gauze scarf

Last price we saw

$599.00at Amazon, last seen Nov 2

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Our take on the Burberry giant check wool-silk gauze scarf

A lightweight rectangular scarf in Burberry's giant check, woven from a wool-silk gauze blend and finished with fringed ends. The gauze weave makes it far thinner than Burberry's classic cashmere scarves, so it works as a transitional layer rather than deep-winter insulation. It is made in Italy. No current price was provided for this page, so check the live comparison before buying.

Best forSpring and fall layeringAnyone who wants the Burberry check without heavy woolTravel and packing light