The Viral NYC 'Scarf Guy' Stand Sells Designer Dupes For $20. Are They Worth The Hype?

According to @3nycgirls December 2022, "scarf guy" sells seven Acne Studios scarf dupe varieties. She notes that they are $20, and in a comment in her video, she says that he is cash only. Users in the comments stated that before going viral, "scarf guy" had lower prices, ranging from $12 to $15. Per @3nycgirl, Joe does not haggle prices (via BuzzFeed News). He also denied changing prices to BuzzFeed News. However, users in the comments did not seem bothered by this. Instead, they praised his ethos and his reasonable prices.

One person said, "Why negotiate a $20 scarf? Come on now." Moreover, @quiroskimberly's TikTok shows that the "scarf guy" has more than scarves in his inventory, including beanies, gloves, and wool berets. Another TikTok from @littlefashionstylist says that wool berets are also $20. But of course, the star of the show is the Acne Studios scarf dupe. One user said, "not me wanting to travel to the city for a scarf." Another said, "Just bought one from him! He's so sweet and is grateful for all the love and support! I'm so happy this video blew up for him."