1970s Gucci Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1970s Gucci silk scarf with chain belt design. Signed Gucci at the bottom corner. The design is on a beige background with a dark brown border. Slight discolouration throughout and s...
1970s Gucci Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1970s Gucci silk scarf with chain belt design. Signed Gucci at the bottom corner. The design is on a beige background with a dark brown border. Slight discolouration throughout and s...
Elegant Gucci Ivory Silk Jacquard Logo Scarf
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Elegant unisex Gucci Ivory Silk Jacquard Logo Scarf from the 1970's.
$178Sale Price|25% Off
1970s Gucci Silk Scarf Navy & Gold Equestrian Chain Print
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci scarf from the 1970s showcases a dramatic navy and gold color palette with bridles, bits, ornate chains, and rosettes and medallions arranged in a perfectly symmetrical layout....
GUCCI c.1970's Navy Blue GG Guccissima Monogram Silk Oblong Fringe Wrap Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Gucci c.1970's navy blue GG Guccissima monogram silk oblong wrap / scarf.
Gucci Vintage Rare Accornero Flower Butterflies Fruits Silk Scarf Red
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Embrace the timeless allure of the 1970s with this exquisite Gucci silk scarf, a rare find for any vintage connoisseur.
1970's Gucci Duck Print Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1970's square Gucci silk scarf featuring a thick hunter green border, a cream background with flying ducks, mountains and a purple and brown check pattern in the center.
1970s Gucci Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Iconic 1970's Gucci "GG" logo silk scarf. In beautiful neutral brown tones, perfect size for a head wrap or to tie on your bag!
Gucci 1970s Citrus Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Add this juicy vintage piece to your collection! Circa 1970s, this amazing Gucci Silk scarf features a blue, green and white stripe trim with a colorful citrus motif in the center su...
1970s Gucci Floral Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful 1970s Flora Gucci scarf in brilliant multicolored floral print! Royal blue edges with insignias at the corners. Made of 100% silk. 35” by 35” Handrolled edges made in Italy
Gucci Vintage Grey Accornero Leaves and Insects Silk Scarf 1970
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci vintage silk scarf. Title: 'Foglie e Insetti' ( Leaves and Insects)- Designed by Vittorio Accornero for GUCCI in 1970 - Multicolor floral design with grey borders - 100% Silk -...
1970s Gucci Multi Floral Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Channel the spirit of the 1970s this festival season with our adorable Gucci floral silk scarf! Super soft silk covered in brilliant multicolored floral print in typical Gucci fashio...
Rare 1970s Gucci Flora Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The most amazing 1970s Gucci scarf in their signature flora print! This gorgeous print features a number of nature motifs- from snails to seahorses this scarfs got you covered! The s...
Gucci Vintage Beige Horse Saddle Equestrian Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci Vintage Silk Scarf in beige color with saddle design.
1970s Gucci Tropical Exotic Parrot Print Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Rare print 1970s Gucci tropical print silk scarf. black border with tropical motif and green blue macaw parrot, hand rolled edges, Made In Italy Condition: very good vintage, 1970s...
Gucci Vintage Floral Pattern Silk Scarf Accornero Blue Border
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci vintage silk scarf design by Vittorio Accornero.
Gucci Vintage Floral Pattern Silk Scarf Accornero Blue Border
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci vintage silk scarf design by Vittorio Accornero.
Rare 1970s Gucci Red Silk Novelty Fish Print Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
1970s Gucci silk scarf in a playful novelty fish print! Graphic navy, red and white print with little fishes framing the Gucci logos. Wear around the neck or as a headscarf- you can'...
Gucci Vintage White Floral Silk Scarf Flora 1966 Accornero
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Title: 'Flora' - Designed by Vittorio Accornero for GUCCI in 1966 - Multicolor Floral Design on White Background - 100% Silk Step into the world of timeless elegance with the Flora s...
Gucci Vintage Game and Flowers Silk Scarf Flora 1970s Accornero
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Gucci silk scarf designed by the artist Vittorio Accornero.
Gucci Vintage Game and Flowers Silk Scarf Flora 1970s Accornero
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Gucci silk scarf designed by the artist Vittorio Accornero.
1970S GUCCI V. Accornero Hand Printed Floral Bouquet Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
1970S GUCCI V. Accornero Hand Printed Floral Bouquet Silk Scarf
Gucci Vintage Rare Green Accornero Fall Themed Birds Floral Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Celebrate the charm of changing seasons with this exquisite vintage Gucci silk scarf, designed by the renowned Vittorio Accornero between the 1960s and early 1980s. A true testament ...
Gucci Colourful Vintage Jungle Silk Scarf Designed by Vittorio Accornero 1969
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gucci colourful vintage, The jungle, silk scarf designed by Vittorio Accornero in the 1969. This version is especially gorgeous because of the colourway, the border a dark reddish br...
GUCCI c.1970s Vittorio Accornero Red Iconic "Flora" Print Silk Scarf
By Gucci, Vittorio Accornero
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: GUCCI c.1970s Vittorio Accornero Red Iconic "Flora" Print Silk Scarf Circa: c.1970’s Label(s): Designer: Vittorio Accornero Style: Silk Scarf Color(s): Multi floral p...
Gucci Floral Vittorio Accornero Apple Tree Silk Scarf With Red Border, 1970s
By Gucci, Vittorio Accornero
Located in Munich, DE
This lovely and rare vintage 1970s Gucci silk foulard features one of Vittorio Accornero's gorgeous designs for the House of Gucci, the Apple Tree Orchard. Wonderful vibrant colour s...
Gucci 1970´s Tiger silk scarf
By Gucci
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
1970's Gucci silk scarf. A striking tiger in the safari jungle with beautiful florals on a black background.
1970s Gucci Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Iconic 1970's Gucci "GG" logo silk scarf. In beautiful neutral brown tones, perfect size for a head wrap or to tie on your bag!
Gucci Accornero silk scarf
By Gucci
Located in Rubiera, RE
GUCCI silk scarf Designed by Vittorio Accornero 1^ edition 1970 Title: "Spighe" Tag care Hand rolled hem cm. 87 x 88 Excellent condition
Gucci Accornero silk scarf
By Gucci
Located in Rubiera, RE
Gucci - Vittorio Accornero Silk scarf "Vecchia Cina" - year 1975 cm. 87 x 88 Hand rolled hem No label Around a bowl with bonsai plants, Accornero places a series of compositions of...
Lovely C.1970 Gucci Silk Flora Scarf By Vittorio Accornero
By Gucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
A scarf fit for a Princess! Such is the history behind the collaboration between the artist, Vittorio Accornero, and the iconic Gucci brand. The original 'Flora' scarf was created ...
Gucci Silk Crepe Logo Scarf
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Gucci silk crepe de chine scarf with colorful GG logos in tonal stripes of brown, maroon, and deep green running the length of fabric.
1970s Gucci Tiger White Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
A rare and captivating piece, this 1970s Gucci Tiger Silk Scarf on White boasts a powerful tiger inhabiting its lush jungle background, complemented by eye-catching floral accents on...
1970's Gucci Silk Scarf Featuring a Tiger Against A Jungle Background
By Gucci
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Gucci silk scarf w/ a tiger in the jungle framed by a bamboo border.
Gucci classic "Floral" silk scarf with navy borders
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Gucci classic "floral" silk scarf has navy borders. The silk scarf measures 26" x 26" with the border edges hand-rolled and hand sewn.
1980s Gucci Blooms Print Red Edge Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Vintage Gucci Silk Head scarf / foulard, beautiful flower print, red rolled edged hand finished, 100% silk, Made in Italy Condition: 1980s, vintage, like new, comes with original b...
GUCCI c.1970’s Tan Blue Red Mirrored Whale + "G" Logo Print Silk Square Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
GUCCI c.1970’s Tan Blue Red Mirrored Whale + "G" Logo Print Silk Square Scarf Brand/Manufacturer: Gucci Circa: 1970’s Style: Square scarf Color(s): Tan, red and blue Lined: No Unm...
GUCCI c.1970’s Vittorio Accornero “Flora” Black Multicolor Floral Silk Scarf
By Gucci, Vittorio Accornero
Located in Thiensville, WI
GUCCI c.1970’s Vittorio Accornero “Flora” Black Multicolor Floral Silk Scarf Brand/Manufacturer: Gucci Circa: 1970’s Designer: Vittorio Accornero Style: Square scarf Color(s): Back...
GUCCI c.1970’s Vittorio Accornero “Flora” Black Floral Silk Square Scarf
By Gucci, Vittorio Accornero
Located in Thiensville, WI
GUCCI c.1960’s Vittorio Accornero “Flora” Black Multicolor Floral Silk Square Scarf Brand/Manufacturer: Gucci Circa: 1970’s Designer: Vittorio Accornero Style: Square scarf Color(s...
A Vintage 1970s floral printed silk scarf by Gucci
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage silk scarf by Gucci. The scarf has a mint green border with hand rolled edges. The body of the scarf has a floral design on an ivory background.
Gucci Rare 1970s V.Accornero Apple Orchard Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Everyone need a Gucci scarf in their wardrobe! Circa 1970s, this gorgeous and rare Gucci silk scarf features an apple orchard motif designed by Vittorio Accornero. Motif includes a v...
GUCCI c.1970's V. Accornero Multicolor Symmetrical Floral Print 100% Silk Scarf
By Vittorio Accornero, Gucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
Gucci c.1970's multicolored floral print silk scarf designed by Viittorio Accornero.
1970S Gucci Silk Scarf Equestrian Saddle Print Brown Gold
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
1970s Gucci scarf features a classic equestrian motif with bridles, tassels, and golden ropes – a signature theme of the house since its Florentine beginnings. Crafted from 100% pure...
GUCCI c.1970's V. Accornero Symmetrical Floral Butterfly Fruit Print Silk scarf
By Vittorio Accornero, Gucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
Gucci c.1970's multicolored floral butterfly fruit print silk scarf designed by Viittorio Accornero.
Gucci Vintage Rare Floral Pattern Silk Scarf Accornero Blue Border
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci vintage silk scarf design by Vittorio Accornero.
GUCCI Vintage Birds & Floral Silk Scarf C.1970s-1980s W/Box
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
This is a Gucci silk scarf with vintage birds and floral branch prints. A beautiful pastel colour combination with light olive green border, grey-yellow-light brown and off white. 1...
Gucci Jungle Silk Twill Scarf Designed by designed by Vittorio Accornero 1970s
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gucci Jungle Silk Twill Scarf Designed by designed by Vittorio Accornero from the 1970s. This fabulous scarf is famous for it's detailed art work, every inch brilliantly illustrated ...
Gucci Flora Print Silk Scarf With Red Border, 1970s
By Vittorio Accornero, Gucci
Located in Munich, DE
This foulard features the legendary "Flora" motif print with nine multi-coloured bouquets of flowers from all four seasons with butterflies, beetles, a dragonfly and a grasshopper on...
GUCCI c.1970s Vittorio Accornero Iconic "Flora" Print Silk Scarf
By Vittorio Accornero, Gucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: GUCCI c.1970s Vittorio Accornero Iconic "Flora" Print Silk Scarf Circa: c.1970’s Label(s): Designer: Vittorio Accornero Style: Silk scarf Color(s): Lime green, white,...
Gucci 1970s Iconic Flora Print Silk Scarf With Baby Pink Border
By Vittorio Accornero, Gucci
Located in Munich, DE
This foulard features the legendary "Flora" motif print with nine multi-coloured bouquets of flowers from all four seasons with butterflies, beetles, a dragonfly and a grasshopper on...
1970s Gucci "The Jungle" silk twill scarf Vittorio Accoreno 34" X 34"
By Vittorio Accornero
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vittorio Accornero born at Casale Monferrato (Italy) in 1896, was an accomplished artist & illustrator of children's books, he worked at Gucci from 1960-1981, illustrating more than ...
Vintage GUCCI silk logo scarf
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Vintage GUCCI silk logo scarf. 1970 forest green Gucci logo.
Gucci Wildflowers silk print scarf
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous silk twill scarf by Gucci. Navy Blue trim with wildflowers Incredibly detailed. 35" by 35" Handrolled Never used
Gucci Green Silk Vintage Equestrian Scarf 70s
By Gucci
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Gucci vintage 70s scarf. Green and burgundy color with equestrian designs, 100% silk fabric. Made in italy. Measures: 56 x 56 cm
1970s Iconic Gucci Horsebit Print Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Rockwood, ON
This is one of the iconic Gucci scarves with the instantly recognizable horse-bit prin in blue and russet on a white backdrop. This one has a fabulous deep blue border and the Gu...
Gucci Accornero Red Beige Silk Floral Scarf 1970s
By Gucci
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Gucci Accornero vintage 70s scarf. Red and beige foulard, colorful floral designs. 100% silk fabric. Made in Italy. Good vintage condition, some stains due to use over time. Measure...
Gucci Flora Accornero Multicolor Gray Silk Floral Scarf 1970s
By Gucci
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Gucci Flora Accornero 80s vintage scarf. Gray and beige color with multicolor floral designs. 100% silk. Made in Italy. Excellent vintage conditions. Measures: 87 x 87 cm
1970s Framed Gucci Silk Scarf
Located in TUJUNGA, CA
Framed Gucci silk scarf. Signed V. Accornero. Beautiful rich colors and detail.
1970's Gucci Floral Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970's Gucci Floral Silk Scarf. Multicolored floral silk printed scarf with black background color and orange hand-rolled edges.
1970's GUCCI ITALY Silk butterfly scarf
By Gucci
Located in Newport Beach, CA
1970's GUCCI ITALY 100% Silk butterfly printed scarf.
1970's GUCCI ITALY Unused silk scarf
By Gucci
Located in Newport Beach, CA
1970's GUCCI ITALY Unused silk scarf. Made in Italy, as labeled *MEASUREMENTS* 27" X 26.5" The scarf itself was never used, and is crisp and flawless.
Gucci Floral Silk Scarf
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous silk twill scarf by Gucci. Orange colors. 35" by 35" Never used
Vintage Gucci Silk Floral scarf
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Gucci - Silk Floral Scarf Made in Italy Made of 100% Silk This scarf features a champagne background with a multicolor floral design . 35" by 35"
Christian Dior Y2K Brown & Cream Pony Hair Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Christian Dior Y2K Brown & Cream Pony Hair Shoulder Bag, a stunning accessory that embodies the essence of early 2000s fashion while remaining effortlessly chic. Circ...
$1,692
Size: Size US 6 - French 36
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage 1997 Black Tuxedo Suit with Twisted Billowing Sleeves
By Jean Paul Gaultier Classique, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage 1990s Black Tuxedo Suit with Dramatic Twisted Billowing Red Fabric Lined Sleeves This is a rar...
$1,196Sale Price|20% Off
2000s Valentino Garavani Black Diamond Cutout Floral Beaded Mini Dress Y2K
By Valentino
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This striking black beaded Valentino mini dress from the early 2000s features a v-neckline and thin straps. The standout detail is the intricately beaded back, with a diamond pattern...
Rochas Vintage Inspired Harlow Bias Cut Silk Gown NWT
By Rochas, Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
As seen on the runway Jean Harlow 1930's inspired gown designed by Rochas. Fashioned of eggshell white silk charmeuse with plunging neckline; spaghetti straps; chemise style bodice...
S/S 1995 Gucci by Tom Ford 1st Runway Citrus Fruit Print Silk Balloon Tie Skirt
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a bright silk satin skirt designed by Tom Ford for his first collection with the house of Gucci, Spring/Summer 1995. Debuting on the runway on Shalom Harlow, this gorgeous...
$875
H 1.19 in W 0.28 in L 1.07 in
Hermès Curiosity Kelly Bag Charm Pendant Necklace Guilloche Permabrass
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Adorable Authentic Hermès Pendant In shape of a "Kelly" Bag The smallest version ever of the Iconic Kelly Bag It even has the padlock and clochette-tirette ! Made in France Made...
Chanel New Cashmere Shawl Pink
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Cashmere Shawl in pink. The pattern features hearts and small CC logos. The item is in new condition.
Lovely Hermès Silk Scarf Fleurs et Papillons de Tissus C. Henry White 35'
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Poetic Authentic Hermès Scarf Print: "Fleurs et Papillons de Tissus" ("Fabric Flowers and Butterflies") Designed by Christine Henry in 2013 Made in France Made of 100% Silk Colo...
John Galliano Rare Dolores Intarsia Carnation Bias Evening Dress
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
A rare John Galliano bias cut Carnation dress from the Dolores collection, Autumn-Winter 1995-96. Of Bianchini Férier ivory and black satin backed rayon acetate crêpe inset with int...
Azzedine Alaïa Black Viscose Knit Lace Dress with Integrated Bodysuit, SS 1992
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This black dress from Azzedine Alaïa’s Spring-Summer 1992 collection is constructed from fine-gauge viscose knit. The bodice features a semi-sheer ribbed knit with an integrated body...
Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...
Chanel Shiny Alligator Jumbo Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel Shiny Alligator Jumbo Double Flap Bag Shiny black iconic handbag crafted in Alligator skin and gold hardware. Double front flap and signature 'CC' turn-lock clos...
$924Sale Price / item|20% Off
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with emeralds and diamonds that makes it a perfect fit to ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1970s Vintage GUCCI GG Monogram Jacquard Boston Bag Black Brown 34
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage Gucci boston bag is crafted of black GG monogram jacquard trimmed with brown smooth calfskin leather featuring rolled leather handles and gold toned hardware. Front flap...
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
Eve Stillman vintage silk pink ivory lace slit night gown slip wedding dress
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Eve Stillman Couture vintage lace night gown in silk. I would guess this to be from the 1970's. It would work just beautifully for a wedding or summers evening The ivory version phot...
Long before trend-bucking creative director Alessandro Michele brought his hallucinatory “Utopian Fantasy” campaign to Gucci, it was a modest Italian leather shop. Today, it’s an internationally renowned luxury house with an iconic logo, and vintage Gucci clothing, handbags and shoes are among high fashion's most covetable goods.
Guccio Gucci (1881–1953) admired the stylish suitcases he saw wealthy guests arrive with at the Savoy Hotel in London, where he worked as a bellhop. So, in 1921, after a stint at Franzi, a luggage company in his hometown of Florence, he opened a leather goods shop of his own.
At first, Gucci’s Florence business specialized in equestrian accessories. But as its reputation flourished, particularly among the English aristocracy, so too did its footprint. In 1938, he brought three of his sons — Aldo, Vasco and Rodolfo — into the business and expanded it to Rome and later Milan. In the mid-1930s, a League of Nations embargo against Italy pushed Gucci to experiment with alternatives to imported leather. Its woven hemp fabric from Naples, adorned with the brand’s signature diamond print, was a hit, especially among A-list celebrities. The material was first used on suitcases before finding enduring popularity on handbags. (No list of revered designer purses would be complete without Gucci.)
In the 1950s, Elizabeth Taylor carried one of Gucci’s bamboo-handled tote bags, another adaptation to material rationing. After Jackie Kennedy was seen sporting a slouchy Gucci tote in 1961, it was renamed for the First Lady. Then Grace Kelly, on a visit to the boutique in Milan, inspired Rodolfo Gucci to work with Italian illustrator and Gucci textile designer Vittorio Accornero on the Flora print in 1966. Taking cues from Sandro Botticelli’s Primavera, with its pattern of flora and insects, it was painted entirely by hand and featured no fewer than 37 colors.
In 1953, just 15 days after opening his first store on New York’s 5th Avenue, Guccio passed away at 72. The early 1970s saw store openings in Tokyo and Hong Kong, but by the late 1980s, Gucci was floundering. Rodolfo Gucci took charge in 1982, but family drama and lawsuits ensued. In 1993, Rodolfo’s son, Maurizio, transferred his shares in the company to Investcorp, ending the family’s involvement in Gucci. Dawn Mello, then-president of Bergdorf Goodman, joined as creative director in 1989. But it was Tom Ford, who took over as creative director in 1994, who ultimately revived the brand.
Ford’s racy ads, shot by photographers such as Mario Testino, stirred controversy. And his potent vision of sexed-up femininity — with “jewel-toned satin shirts unbuttoned to there,” as Vogue described his breakthrough 1995 runway show — was wildly successful. The new millennium brought new ownership — Pinault Printemps Redoute in 2004 — and a more toned-down vision from Frida Giannini, who became sole creative director in 2006. Alessandro Michele was named creative director in 2015, and the storied brand took a giant leap forward.
Find vintage Gucci clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
We’ve long had a love affair with vintage and designer scarves. Every glamorous go-to ensemble deserves the lightweight finishing touch that can be added with this stylish, versatile accessory.
Scarves have held a distinctive place in the evolution of formal and casual wear for centuries. And although now firmly entrenched in western culture, the origins of this neckwear are global.
Egyptian Queen Nefertiti is known to have worn a finely woven scarf with a headdress, and Emperor Cheng of the Chinese Han dynasty presided over an army of warriors whose scarves denoted their rank. The idea of scarves as status symbols still persists; for example, silk scarves, which were favored by the upper class during the reign of Queen Victoria, are an out-of-reach luxury item, cost prohibitive for many consumers. However, the increasing diversity of available materials over the years has rendered this adornment more accessible since their early days.
Luxury houses and various designers helped elevate scarves and long, flowing wraps as a desirable fashion accessory during the 20th century.
Visionary Italian designer Emilio Pucci — the first fashion designer to enter the lifestyle market — introduced abstractions and dazzling psychedelic elements to scarves, while mid-century era multidisciplinary American artist Vera Neumann drew on Japanese techniques to create exuberant textile designs based on her paintings and drawings.
Established in Paris in 1837, Hermès didn’t start creating their famously decorative scarves until 100 years later, in 1937. Before long, the Hermès scarf, then crafted from strong imported Chinese silk, became an iconic work favored by actresses such as Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly, a lifetime enthusiast of the family-owned brand. Hermès has produced over 2,000 different scarf designs in the decades since Robert Dumas, Émile-Maurice Hermès’s son-in-law, crafted the first one.
On 1stDibs, find a broad selection of vintage scarves that includes flamboyant and colorful accessories designed by Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and more.