These Scarf Tops Are Y2K-Compliant

June 20, 2022

Like it or not, early aughts fashion is trending. From butterfly prints to tube dresses, it seems like everyone is backtracking. Perhaps nothing is more Y2K, however, than scarf tops. You know, those triangle-hem, often shiny tops that were so ubiquitous as we entered into the new millennium. To be crystal clear, these tops are divided into two categories. First, silky scarves you can wrap around your torso. Second, actual tops meant to look like you tied a scarf around your upper half. Regarding the former, you need a scarf big enough to cover your assets. So look for oversized versions. Or one that actually features a picture of a model wearing it as a top. That way you know it’ll work. Of course, actual scarves can also be worn around necks or twisted around bags or heads come fall. Which is a big bonus. Especially if you’re shelling out for a designer creation. You can style these tops with other 2000s-era trends. Think cargo pants. Or you can combine them with more modern ones. Like micro skirts, if you dare. So are you ready to add to your ever-growing early aughts wardrobe? Scroll down to see the most stylish scarf tops around.

Scarf Tops

Scarf Tops #1

Zara Silk Print Scarf in Pink, $45.90 at Zara
Scarf Tops #2

Eloquii Strapless Scarf Top, $59.95 at Eloquii
Scarf Tops #3

Gucci Printed Silk-Twill Scarf, $495 at Net-a-Porter
Scarf Tops #4

Urban Outfitters Printed Silky Square in Trippy Mushroom, $9.99 at Urban Outfitters
Scarf Tops #5

& Other Stories Cropped Bandeau Top in Blue Tie-Dye, $49 at & Other Stories
Scarf Tops #6

Etro Bombay Printed Silk-Chiffon Scarf, $510 at Net-a-Porter
Scarf Tops #7

Tory Burch Kira Blossom Double-Sided Silk Square Scarf, $228 at Tory Burch
Scarf Tops #8

Urban Outfitters Y2K Printed Silky Square Scarf in Pink, $19 at Urban Outfitters
Scarf Tops #9

Sami Miro Vintage Open Seam Scarf Mesh Top, $81 at Luisa Via Roma
Scarf Tops #10

Versace Barocco Goddess Scarf Top, $425 at Revolve
Scarf Tops #11

Anthropologie High-Neck Scarf Top, $49.95 at Anthropologie
Scarf Tops #12

Rag & Bone Odyssey 90 Tasseled Printed Modal and Silk-Blend Scarf, $97.50 at Net-a-Porter
Scarf Tops #13

Zara Satin Effect Crop Top, $35.90 at Zara
Scarf Tops #14

Another Girl Printed Scarf Top, $65 at Urban Outfitters
Scarf Tops #15

Kim Shui Scarf Top, $238 at Revolve

As passionate about feminism as she is about fashion, Morgan C. Schimminger spends much of her time writing and editing pieces on everything from celebrity style to the fight to keep funding for Planned Parenthood. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English from the University of California at Berkeley and a master’s degree in publishing from Rosemont College. Morgan has contributed to a variety of publications, including StyleBakery, Uptown, metro.pop and Sister 2 Sister. Every week for theFashionSpot, she profiles the Top 10 Best Dressed Celebs and provides a daily dose of stylish stars via Look of the Day.