How to Layer a Winter Scarf and Cape Like Taylor Swift

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She may favor short outfits that flaunt her long legs, but Taylor Swift can look just as fantastic when she’s all covered up from head to toe.

While out and about in New York last week, the famous singer was spotted in a fall-appropriate ensemble made up of skinny green jeans worn under a sweater, a checkered cape, and a knitted scarf detailed with furry pompoms.

Taylor Swift wears a Topshop checked cape with a chunky cable knit pom scarf, Hudson skinny jeans and brown Prada ankle bootsTaylor Swift wears a Topshop checked cape with a chunky cable knit pom scarf, Hudson skinny jeans, and brown Prada ankle boots (Credit: TNYF / WENN)

She capped off the layered attire with a black handbag and a pair of mahogany brown Prada ankle boots.

The combination of warm and earthy hues looked fantastic on Taylor’s creamy complexion, making the pop star look even more fabulous.

Braving the chilly New York City weather, Taylor Swift expertly layers a warm knitted scarf over a cozy checkered cape for a stylish and functional winter lookBraving the chilly New York City weather, Taylor Swift expertly layers a warm knitted scarf over a cozy checkered cape for a stylish and functional winter look on November 14, 2014 (Credit: TNYF / WENN)

How do you like Taylor’s chic fall attire? Will you take a cue and sport the getup this season?

The trick to looking fabulous in your scarf and cape, just like Taylor here, is to mix colors that complement. Pick warm and earthy hues or shades of blue and gray to come up with the attire, depending on whichever will suit your skin color.

According to sources, Taylor’s cape and scarf are both from Topshop.

Topshop Cable Knit Pom Scarf in GreenTopshop Cable Knit Pom Scarf in Green, $30

You may also try the following combination we put together using another Topshop wrap and a similar scarf from UGG.

We worked with deep blue, green, and brown tones to create the look. The wrap is made of 100% acrylic, so while it is lightweight, it will still keep you warm.

The scarf from UGG is crafted from a wool blend, so it’s going to keep things cozy and toasty as well.

Topshop Geo Print PonchoTopshop Geo Print Poncho, $60

UGG Australia Lyla Sequined ScarfUGG Australia Lyla Sequined Scarf, $95

Top the wrap and scarf over a cream-colored sweater and dark blue jeans, then cap off with dark brown boots and a handbag to steal Taylor’s style. Try the pieces below:

1. Topshop Geo Print Poncho, $60 / 2. Topshop Boucle Knit Sweater, $68 / 3. UGG Australia Lyla Sequined Scarf, $95 / 4. Sofft Wera Leather Boots, $150 / 5. Topshop Moto Joni Jeans, $65 / 6. Topshop Crossbody Bag, $681. Topshop Geo Print Poncho, $60 / 2. Topshop Boucle Knit Sweater, $68 / 3. UGG Australia Lyla Sequined Scarf, $95 / 4. Sofft Wera Leather Boots, $150 / 5. Topshop Moto Joni Jeans, $65 / 6. Topshop Crossbody Bag, $68