Trends: Oversize Cowls

Oversize is everywhere these days. Big bags, avant garde capes and ponchos, tunics as shirts: bigger is better! Nowhere is this more evident than the oversized cowl trend. This winter accessory is best worn in chunky knits that tend to be on the larger side. Make a statement this winter with an oversize warmer! Your neck will thank you.

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  • MyissaG

    MyissaG says:

    Love the El Grande Cowl :)

    3 years ago

  • HomemadeZen

    HomemadeZen says:

    wow, looks very warm!

    3 years ago

  • fricdementol

    fricdementol says:

    Love them biiig! :))

    3 years ago

  • strikk

    strikk says:

    all fabulous - each a cowl, yet each so unique.

    3 years ago

  • michelemaule

    michelemaule says:

    Love cowls and I am anxiously awaiting mine from Abby Clark!! :)

    3 years ago

  • raegunfabric

    raegunfabric says:

    ahhh I love them. some times I wish I could just carry a big cozy blanket around, I think these preserve the goodness of that without sacrificing fashion or looking like I need some special help

    3 years ago

  • sillylittlelady

    sillylittlelady says:

    very chic and stylish choices! They look so cozy, perfect for a chilly office

    3 years ago

  • Happiknits

    Happiknits says:

    Awww, thanks for including the Incognito :) I will be wearing one myself this winter!

    3 years ago

  • MyNovember

    MyNovember says:

    More proof that size does matter. You gotta love the giant cowl.

    3 years ago

  • Hatdiva

    Hatdiva says:

    Leave it to TeenAngster to find a cool trend. You've been snooping around my workroom, huh? I haven't listed any of my fattie neck scarves (yet). As I am juggling the shop & upcoming craft shows! My new neck cozies are felted and crocheted...thanks for the showcase on the trend ;) Love, love, love the mosaic. Good to know I was headed in the "right" direction design wise!

    3 years ago

  • boutiquepinkdesigns

    boutiquepinkdesigns says:

    Those are awesome! I hope to add some to my shop soon!

    3 years ago

  • moop

    moop says:

    oh, i love the Yokoo Warmer. Everyone should have one...they are perfect!

    3 years ago

  • EJPcreations

    EJPcreations says:

    These are beautiful espacialy the super toatsy cowl! But the best thing ever was last week when they spotlighted the shops that made cowls for kittens, and it was modeled by a hairless cat. AMAZING!!! I am a firm believer that hairless cats will one day rule the world if they can just figure out how not to nap so much.

    3 years ago

  • replicca

    replicca says:

    don't forget yarnovermovement.etsy.com - i just bought one of hers and she's super fabulous and from my town!!!

    3 years ago

  • wingnyc

    wingnyc says:

    wow, these are all gorgeous and really inspiring. and just a little shameless self-promotion, you can find many similar items in my shop too! :)

    3 years ago

  • sarahinflorida

    sarahinflorida says:

    in my other store too theknitbrit.etsy.com

    3 years ago

  • lolos

    lolos says:

    Wow!!! Just love it!! Great Scarves.... :-)

    3 years ago

  • theVINTAGEdress

    theVINTAGEdress says:

    ....do people REALLY wear these???...don't get me wrong, they are AWESOME!...i guess being from SUNNY FLORIDA makes it almost impossible for me to imagine wearing one. :o)

    3 years ago

  • olivebrown

    olivebrown says:

    YES, people really wear these! it's very cold in other parts of the country! :)

    3 years ago

  • Urbanknit

    Urbanknit says:

    hey cool! thanks for including my ginger cowl in this funky mix!

    3 years ago

  • BeadsInTheBelfry

    BeadsInTheBelfry says:

    I love that I feel like I could fit me and three friends in these cowls. lol. Love 'em.

    3 years ago

  • WingsDove

    WingsDove says:

    I have always love oversized clothing which has gone in and out of style over the decades. The oversized cowls are a real favorite of mine.

    3 years ago

  • pumpkinhaus

    pumpkinhaus says:

    ooooo... very warm and cozy! Check out miarae.etsy.com she has some faboo neckworms!

    3 years ago

  • greenporchlights

    greenporchlights says:

    Love this look, but I'm not sure I could really pull it off.

    3 years ago

  • MiaRae

    MiaRae says:

    WOoo WO the neck worm, it's the cozy thang to do!!

    3 years ago

  • serpilerol

    serpilerol says:

    It's very exciting to see new approaches to knitwear thus making it very popular again...I need to say though that I just love Yokoo's work, she brings out the cool in knitwear!

    3 years ago

  • goforthadornments

    goforthadornments says:

    I love the huge buttons and the beautiful texture and color of the knit!

    3 years ago

  • UniTiger

    UniTiger says:

    these are so great!

    3 years ago

  • rosetung

    rosetung says:

    Thank you so much TeenAngster! Means more than you to get some help with shop promotion. Much obliged, xo, j

    3 years ago

  • WoodlandCottage

    WoodlandCottage says:

    LOVE them ALL! So glad to see cowls coming back ('though I rarely get to wear them in Alabama).

    3 years ago

  • DAINTYCROCHETBYALY

    DAINTYCROCHETBYALY says:

    congrats to all the featured artists! great to see the knits as trends :-)

    3 years ago

  • kristensteinfineart

    kristensteinfineart says:

    Yay! Congrats to all the featured artists and especially to FDL's own HappiKnits. (Just got my HK in the mail yesterday and can't wait to wear it!) Beautiful collection. I have many favorites among them!

    3 years ago

  • capitolagirl

    capitolagirl says:

    Great collection! Congrats to everyone on the list and a special word of congrats to FDL street team member HappiKnits!

    3 years ago

  • thirdfloor

    thirdfloor says:

    All gorgeous!!! I own a Happiknits cowl and love it! Perfect for the upcoming cold season.

    3 years ago

  • belaluna

    belaluna says:

    Cowls are the bomb! I'm currently torturing my boyfriend by making him wear both the boy and girly cowls/knits that I'm making on my site. At least he looks mildly amused! Love that they did a Storque article on this wonderful trend!

    3 years ago

  • belaluna

    belaluna says:

    There aren't any pix up there with Man Cowl's so here you go, cute boy in a cowl: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=16909295

    3 years ago

  • mylittleaura

    mylittleaura says:

    everything look so cozy!!!

    3 years ago

  • emilybetti

    emilybetti says:

    Those are so cool! I want one.... My fave would have to be the mighty light. That needs to go on my Christmas list.

    3 years ago

  • villavillakula

    villavillakula says:

    I love all of these. I think its time to put my long scarf to rest and get a cowl. Funny story I bought one for my father and I forgot he barely has a neck so it was more like a face warmer but I guess I didnt have the heart to tell him he looked so silly. lol

    3 years ago

  • delightworthyn

    delightworthyn says:

    This is a nice feature article.Congrats Happiknits,GO FDL TEAM!!!

    3 years ago

  • rosetung

    rosetung says:

    ergh. hope its obvious that i mean to say "means more than you KNOW" in previous comment. bleh i'm dummy typer.

    3 years ago

  • Ameera

    Ameera says:

    I LOVE these gorgeous cowls!!!! Nothing like one to warm you up on a cold day!!

    3 years ago

  • yourcreativeoutlet

    yourcreativeoutlet says:

    Stunning!!!

    3 years ago

  • phydeaux

    phydeaux says:

    What a great collection! I'm so happy to see so many of my colleagues' and friends' wonderful work highlighted.

    3 years ago

  • makepienotwar

    makepienotwar says:

    check out seller: numberdos --- great oversized cowl with nautical components...

    3 years ago

  • MeghanT

    MeghanT says:

    Love those cowls. I have been meaning to get one for winter! Thanks for reminding me!

    3 years ago

  • CharteChic

    CharteChic says:

    Big Cowls Rock...and so does Etsy...Thanks for making my 1st Year so Awesome, what a wonderful community!!

    3 years ago

  • HappyTrees

    HappyTrees says:

    I'm a fan of the big cowl...you're warm and you get to look mysterious!

    3 years ago

  • quarks

    quarks says:

    Gorgeous Finds!

    3 years ago

  • BluCille

    BluCille says:

    Can't say I'm a fan of the cowl, but I love large buttons.

    3 years ago

  • MadEarth

    MadEarth says:

    I must admit, the cowl is fairly new to me - but I do love to look through items that show this much spunk and personality!!

    3 years ago

  • francescamurray

    francescamurray says:

    that green one is LUSH! x

    3 years ago

  • pancakeandlulu

    pancakeandlulu says:

    These are beautiful!! I LOVE this yarny look!

    3 years ago

  • GothBarbie

    GothBarbie says:

    Yum! Warm things to wrap yourself in! They all look great! Its kind of like taking your blankie with you everywhere you go!

    3 years ago

  • deeHAYmer

    deeHAYmer says:

    These are so wonderful! I LOVE the scale!

    3 years ago

  • bobnstitch

    bobnstitch says:

    great!

    3 years ago

  • miscusi

    miscusi says:

    I love knitting cowls!! All of mine are one of a kind, handknit from recycled yarns. Great mix of cowls!

    3 years ago

  • Nelsonmelle

    Nelsonmelle says:

    Golly, that's even better than those huge Reese Peanut Butter cups! Bigger is better. ;)

    3 years ago

  • nanouke

    nanouke says:

    Wonderful pics, I love them big too :D

    3 years ago

  • chichimoi

    chichimoi says:

    Love them all, great colours too.

    3 years ago

  • emilyaugust

    emilyaugust says:

    This post was really effective in making me want to wrap myself in big knits. Great designs! Warmth abounds on etsy.

    3 years ago

  • Kimmi

    Kimmi says:

    Love this look! Love the diversity of the looks too....

    3 years ago

  • garconniere

    garconniere says:

    they are wonderful, the snow is late this year but i am looking forward to keeping warm in one of these gorgeous cowls!

    3 years ago

  • aslibinal

    aslibinal says:

    Those needles must be really thick, anyone have any idea how thick?

    3 years ago

  • forqueenvictoria

    forqueenvictoria says:

    Yay! What a cool post! Thanks for featuring my neckwarmer :)

    3 years ago

  • strawberrycouture

    strawberrycouture says:

    That must be very thick yarn. great idea. Almost similar to my black hat and neck warmers like the one in my avatar.

    3 years ago

  • pinkshowercurtain

    pinkshowercurtain says:

    love these!

    3 years ago

  • megach

    megach says:

    they look so pretty and so WARM especially on the cold winter days here in chicago!

    3 years ago

  • dluxedesigns

    dluxedesigns says:

    these are so sharp. i own several.

    3 years ago

  • LuLusPhotography

    LuLusPhotography says:

    wow those are big. But they look nice and snuggy!

    3 years ago

  • yosemitevintage

    yosemitevintage says:

    They can really make an outfit, huh? Love them all. So many talented people on Etsy.

    3 years ago

  • learntoknit

    learntoknit says:

    Those are fantastic! I hope to get some in my store soon! www.learnto-knit.com

    3 years ago