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Finding the Right Scarves for You
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How you wear a Chanel silk scarf really comes down to a matter of preference. You can tie it in a chic knot around your neck, or wear it loosely around your shoulders. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Chanel haute couture from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How you wear a Burberry silk scarf is largely a matter of personal preference. You can wrap it around your neck and knot it on one side or center the knot and tie a bow for a romantic look. Alternatively, you can wear it as a headband or even a bracelet. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Burberry scarves.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To check the authenticity of your Dior silk scarf, first check the feel of it. The weight should feel luxurious and silky smooth. Next, check the stitches. The scarves are hand-stitched, so you should not see the mechanical uniformity of a machine stitch. Shop a collection of properly vetted vintage and new Dior designs from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022When checking the authenticity of your Burberry silk scarf, first look at the stitching. If it is uneven and patchy, it is likely a fake. Also, if a brand label is included, it should be crisp and clear, with no fraying. You can shop expertly vetted Burberry designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To wash a silk Alexander McQueen scarf correctly, follow the care instructions printed on the tag. In most cases, the brand recommends washing their silk scarves by hand with a mild detergent and then hanging to dry. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Alexander McQueen scarves.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022You can wear an Alexander McQueen scarf in many ways. One popular option is to fold the scarf into a triangle and then wear it with the point filling the neckline of your top or dress or turned to the side so that it drapes over one shoulder. Alternatively, fold it into a slim rectangle and tie in a bow. You'll find a collection of Alexander McQueen scarves on 1stDibs.
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