We spent a few days in Wellfleet on Cape Cod a couple of weeks ago – visiting old friends and partying with new ones at the annual Oyster Shucking Festival. Despite the pouring rain, the 2-day contest, featuring the world’s fastest oyster shuckers, was attended by hundreds of happy fans who stood huddled, elbow to elbow, juggling beer and fresh oysters while getting completely drenched. Only hearty New Englanders could survive the bone chilling conditions.
In the bay, we made a few casts off a low lying bridge with hopes of catching some tale but to no avail. The blustery winds of a nor’easter won that little battle. Although wet and soggy, the rain didn’t dampen our spirits as we continued our sojourn through quaint Provincetown ducking into pubs, shops and eateries, soaking in the last of the season, happy to be one with the water.
Along the way I made a mental note to try and find a nice neck warmer for winter. Inspired by our freezing but relaxing trip, I did a little digging and uncovered a few handmade fineries, all made in the USA of natural fibers. Cowls make stylish, cozy alternatives to scarfs. Add some cool gloves and they’re a great way to update your cold weather wardrobe.
(above, L to R)
- 3-button Cowl Neckwarmer, by bizzybcreations, 70% wool/30% soy, ($45)
- Cowl Neck Brown by Lulu Caswell, 100% fisherman’s wool, ($30). Not pictured, but also available in a shabby, rugged style with rollup ends @($25)
- Infinity Scarf with Buttons, alpaca & wool with Indonesian wood buttons, by corrugatedfiber, ($55)
(above, L to R)
- Ribbed Cowl in Charcoal, Pima Cotton & Merino Wool, by trishafern, ($32).
- Slate Cowl bamboo/wool/angora with 3 buttons by corrugatedfiber ($52).
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