The use of scarves dates back to ancient history. Even Queen Nefertiti of Ancient Egypt wore a headscarf.

In 500 BC, the women of Athens, Greece, used scarves to appear more attractive to potential suitors. Around the same time in India, a similar practice emerged with head scarves.

During the reign of the first Chinese emperor, Qin Shi Huang, scarves were used as part of military uniforms to indicate rank and order.

Croatian mercenaries who served in the French military wore scarves that eventually evolved into the modern necktie.

Napoleon Bonaparte found Indian scarves, and gave many to his wife, Empress Josephine.

Throughout Eastern Europe, it is common to give scarves as wedding presents.

Brilliant artists like Salvador Dalí and Andy Warhol designed patterns for scarves.

During World War II, airplane fighter pilots wore scarves to stay warm and to prevent neck chafing.