I love scarves and hats in winter but I hate the feel of gloves on my hands as they overheat so quickly. The pockets in this hooded scarf will keep my fingers warm and cosy in icy weather without the discomfort of becoming too hot. The braided edge of the scarf and the cabled smocking look far more intricate than they actually are. They may look complicated but are in fact, mostly knits and purls with some fancy bits.