Whether you tie one in your hair or drape it around your neck, you'll be sitting pretty this season with a featherweight summer scarf. Silky and sophisticated, our favourite models are adorned with abstract prints inspired by the outdoors (tree branches, butterfly markings), making it easy to harness natural beauty even if you're deskside rather than waterside.

1. Ralph Lauren, $55 at the Bay ( www.hbc.com).

2. L'Wren Scott, $520 at the Room ( www.hbc.com).

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3. H&M, $14.95 through www.hm.com).

4. Faliero Sarti, $625 at TNT Woman ( www.tntthenewtrend.com).

5. Juma, $175 at A2Zane ( www.a2zane.com).

6. Sarah Stevenson, $130 at ShopGirls ( www.shopgirls.ca).