Crinkled check stole...

I like it, but you have to love it. You already said that you thought it would be longer and that you're not crazy about the fringe. If you're not crazy about it, maybe you can exchange it for something else (maybe a longer scarf in a classic pattern)?
 
I was debating about the crinkled scarf - I'm not sure if I really like it or not. I guess since I'm wavering on it, I probably don't like it.

If you don't like/love it, than definately return it! There are other light weight Burberry scarves out there that's not the crinkled kind.
 
I decided I'm going to keep it. Maybe I'm just used to longer scarves that are more appropriate for winter. I don't love the fringe, but seems every single scarf I see has some on it, and this is pretty moderate.

I think it looks silly tied around my neck though, so I'll prob just let it loose draped around my neck. Lovely plaid though!!