As a travel writer, I’m often quizzed on my favorite in-flight essentials. A supportive neck pillow, sure, and plenty of reading material, but one item that often surprises people is a voluminous, oversized scarf. And this accessory, I should note, is not reserved just for trips during the chillier months:After all, planes are fairly cold regardless of what time of year you’re traveling. So why the scarf? Apart from—obviously—keeping your neck warm, a larger scarf or wrap pulls triple-duty as an in-flight blanket (because, let’s be honest, those never get the job done), as well as a makeshift pillow. Plus, nothing can turn a casual, flight-optimized sweat suit into a chic matching set faster than the addition of a drapey scarf. Luckily, we’ve done a lot of research (and in-air testing) to find an option that’s perfect for nearly every type of traveler. Read on to discover the best blanket scarves to have with you at 30,000 feet.

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