I found myself looking through pictures of Katie Holmes today. As you know, the actress loves to wear scarves. You can see all our posts about her here. Now here’s a recent shot of the actress that made me take a second glance – her in a cozy sweater with a tassel trimmed scarf around her neck:

Katie Holmes on her way to a meeting in NYC, January 12

Now I am no fan of big tassels or pom poms on scarves, but I would have to say she actually looks cute here. And I can see that she really made the scarf her “own”; something that doesn’t usually happen to people who sport heavily trimmed scarves because in most cases, they either wear it wrong or it looks awkward (and sometimes too much).

This also brings me to the question, how do you girls feel about heavily tasseled or pom pom trimmed scarves? 

Personally I am not into it. I prefer understated dressing and tasseled or pom pom scarves don’t give you that. But if the tassels (or pom poms) are small or tiny enough, maybe, just maybe, I would give it a go. Here’s a good example of what I’d pick out:

La Fiortentina Pom Pom Cashmere Wrap, USD138

That’s probably the best I can do. So how about you, would you fashion tassel or pom pom scarves? Do you love ‘em or hate ‘em? Do you prefer the add-ons bigger and more pronounced? Or do you prefer ‘em small and dainty? If I were to ask you to pick from the scarves below, which would you wear?

Collection XIIX Feathered Floral Scarf, USD18.90 (was USD38)

Betsey Johnson Waffle Knit Muffler, USD44.90 (was USD68)

Eileen Fisher Cloud Tassel Trimmed Scarf, USD98

Sir Alistair Rai Camo Handkerchief Scarf, USD63

Trouve Scriblle Scarf, USD45

Chan Luu Hand Dyed Sweater Knit Scarf, USD118

Well, which one? Or would it be none of the above? To purchase any of these scarves, simply head over to Nordstrom. Enjoy shopping!

As this year comes to a close, we get ready to celebrate the dawning of a new one in our best outfits among great company. Aside from dresses, suits, and shoes, accessories are just as important to New Year’s Eve ensemble. At Nordstrom, we found a lot of great scarves, wraps, shrugs and such to bring glitz, glamour, and style to your 2012 outfit! Check them out!

Skinny Sequin Ruffle Scarf, $17.90, Glint

Paillettes and mesh ruffles combine as a playful, frilly scarf.

Jewel Heart Scarf, $29, Janie Besner

Intricate, silver baubles dangle from this black, lightweight scarf.

Sequin Infinity Scarf, $48, Betsey Johnson

A printed scarf gets more embellishment with rows of shimmering sequins.

Sequin Shrug, $64.90, Nordstrom

Chiffon and plum-colored sequins make this shrug look as good as your formal wear.

Hooded Infinity Scarf, $28, La Fiorentina

Faux fur trims this chunky crochet scarf and gives your outfit a nice, urban touch.

Faux Fur Shrug, $98, Cara Accessories

For romantic, printed dresses, this off-shoulder faux fur shrug is toasty as well as glamorous.

Sequin Shearling Scarf, $136.90, UGG Australia

Soft shearling warm you up while shimmering sequins brighten up the thick fur.

Embellished Infinity Scarf, $105.90, Eileen Fisher

Merino and cashmere form this charcoal-colored infinity scarf embellished in black, shimmery sequins.

Check out Nordstrom‘s Scarves and Wraps section for more party-ready scarves and accessories!