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Hermes 140 x 140 Silk Scarf "Animaux Solaires" Zoe Pauwels
Hermes 140 x 140 Silk Scarf "Animaux Solaires" Zoe Pauwels

Hermes 140 x 140 Silk Scarf "Animaux Solaires" Zoe Pauwels

By Hermès

Located in Paris, FR

Carré 140 "Les animaux solaires", designer : Zoé Pauwels 100% silk Delivered in its original Hermès

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1990s French Scarves

Hermes Silk Scarf, Phytagore
Hermes Silk Scarf, Phytagore

Hermes Silk Scarf, Phytagore

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Hermes Silk Scarf, Phytagore Signed, designed by Zoe Pauwels in 1999. Decorated with foliage in

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20th Century Scarves

Hermès  silk scarf Pythagore
Hermès  silk scarf Pythagore

Hermès silk scarf Pythagore

By Hermès

Located in Rubiera, RE

Hermès "Pythagore" silk twill scarf (100% silk) - Vintage Designed by Zoe Pauwels in 1999 Measures

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1990s French Scarves

Hermès Silk Scarf "L'Ivresse De L'Infini" 2011
Hermès Silk Scarf "L'Ivresse De L'Infini" 2011

Hermès Silk Scarf "L'Ivresse De L'Infini" 2011

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Hermès Silk Scarf "L'Ivresse De L'Infini" 2011. This beautiful scarf was designed by Zoé Pauwels in

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2010s French Scarves

Hermès Silk Scarf "La Musique Des Sphéres" 1996
Hermès Silk Scarf "La Musique Des Sphéres" 1996

Hermès Silk Scarf "La Musique Des Sphéres" 1996

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

minor wear consistent with age and use. This beautiful scraf was designed by Zoé Pauwels in 1996 and

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1990s French Scarves

HERMES red blue silk ORS BLEUS D'AFRIQUE 90 Twill Scarf
HERMES red blue silk ORS BLEUS D'AFRIQUE 90 Twill Scarf

HERMES red blue silk ORS BLEUS D'AFRIQUE 90 Twill Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès Ors Bleus d'Afrique 90 scarf, designed by Zoé Pauwels, is crafted from

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2010s French Scarves

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Hermes Twill Silk Scarf "Au Pays de Cocagne" by Zoé Pauwels
Hermes Twill Silk Scarf "Au Pays de Cocagne" by Zoé Pauwels

Hermes Twill Silk Scarf "Au Pays de Cocagne" by Zoé Pauwels

By Hermès

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Hermès Silk Twill Scarf "Au Pays de Cocagne" by Zoé Pauwels, dated 2000. "Au Pays de Cocagne", or

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Early 2000s French Scarves

Hermes white LA MUSIQUE DES SPHERES 90 silk twill Scarf
Hermes white LA MUSIQUE DES SPHERES 90 silk twill Scarf

Hermes white LA MUSIQUE DES SPHERES 90 silk twill Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermes 'La Musique des Spheres 90' scarf by Zoe Pauwels in white silk twill (100

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermés 1999 'Pythagore' Silk Scarf
Hermés 1999 'Pythagore' Silk Scarf

Hermés 1999 'Pythagore' Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

scarf features a wilderness motif titled "Pythagore" designed by Zoe Pauwels. Includes a pastel pink and

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1990s French Scarves

Hermès 'Pythagore' Silk Print Scarf
Hermès 'Pythagore' Silk Print Scarf

Hermès 'Pythagore' Silk Print Scarf

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

sophistication, the piece is accented by Zoe Pauwels' signature 'Pythagore' motif, decoratively saturated with a

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21st Century and Contemporary Scarves

Hermes "QUINTESSENCE" Silk Scarf by Zoe Pauwels
Hermes "QUINTESSENCE" Silk Scarf by Zoe Pauwels

Hermes "QUINTESSENCE" Silk Scarf by Zoe Pauwels

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

. The print has angels, music notes and sunburst. 100% Silk Scarf designed by ZOE PAUWELS and measures

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20th Century French Scarves

Hermès Silk Scarf Carré Sarasvati Zoe Pauwels Pink 90 cm
Hermès Silk Scarf Carré Sarasvati Zoe Pauwels Pink 90 cm

Hermès Silk Scarf Carré Sarasvati Zoe Pauwels Pink 90 cm

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Beautiful Authentic Hermès Scarf Pattern: "SARASVATI" Designed by Zoé Pauwels in 2005 Made in

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Early 2000s French Scarves

Hermes Paris Pink Silk Scarf " Normandy Costumes  "by Zoe Pauwels
Hermes Paris Pink Silk Scarf " Normandy Costumes  "by Zoe Pauwels

Hermes Paris Pink Silk Scarf " Normandy Costumes "by Zoe Pauwels

By Hermès

Located in Amsterdam, NL

, Calvados, Manche and Orne in France. Designed by Zoe Pauwels, First release was in 1989 - reissue in 1992

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20th Century French Scarves

Hermes Silk Scarf De Tout Coeur Swans Purple Zoe Pauwels 90 cm
Hermes Silk Scarf De Tout Coeur Swans Purple Zoe Pauwels 90 cm

Hermes Silk Scarf De Tout Coeur Swans Purple Zoe Pauwels 90 cm

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Beautiful Authentic Hermes Scarf Pattern: "De Tout Coeur" Made in France Designed by Zoe

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Early 2000s French Scarves

Hermes Vintage Silk Carre Scarf Reve d'Australie by Zoe Pauwels
Hermes Vintage Silk Carre Scarf Reve d'Australie by Zoe Pauwels

Hermes Vintage Silk Carre Scarf Reve d'Australie by Zoe Pauwels

By Hermès

Located in Nice, FR

Aboriginal art design on an orange-red background. Designed by ZOE PAUWELS. Hand rolled borders. 100 % silk

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20th Century French Scarves

Gorgeous Hermès Silk Scarf Apres Le Deluge Noah's Ark Zoe Pauwels Rare
Gorgeous Hermès Silk Scarf Apres Le Deluge Noah's Ark Zoe Pauwels Rare

Gorgeous Hermès Silk Scarf Apres Le Deluge Noah's Ark Zoe Pauwels Rare

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

: Noah's ark Designed by Zoe Pauwels in 2000 Drawings and colorways are amazing. A must-have in your

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Early 2000s French Scarves

HERMES Black & Grey "La Musique des Spheres" Silk Suspenders 1996
HERMES Black & Grey "La Musique des Spheres" Silk Suspenders 1996

HERMES Black & Grey "La Musique des Spheres" Silk Suspenders 1996

By Hermès

Located in San Francisco, CA

hardware with elastic back and immaculately printed in "La Musique des Spheres" design by Zoe Pauwels on

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1990s French Suspenders

Hermes La Musique Des Spheres White Silk Scarf, c1996
Hermes La Musique Des Spheres White Silk Scarf, c1996

Hermes La Musique Des Spheres White Silk Scarf, c1996

By Hermès

Located in Philadelphia, PA

screen design c1996 by Zoé Pauwels features a black sketch style rendering centered Violin design

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1990s Scarves

Hermes  Silk Scarf
Hermes  Silk Scarf

Hermes Silk Scarf

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W 35.44 in L 35.44 in

Hermes Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Paris, FR

Hermès "La musique des spheres" by Zoé Pauwels silk scarf featuring a blue border, a Hermès

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1990s French Scarves

Hermes La Danse du Cosmos Silk Scarf in Pink
Hermes La Danse du Cosmos Silk Scarf in Pink

Hermes La Danse du Cosmos Silk Scarf in Pink

Located in Philadelphia, PA

c2007 by Zoé Pauwels features 3 dancers with a beautiful multicolor green, pink, red, yellow, and

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Early 2000s Scarves

Vintage Hermes Samouria silk scarf in red c1990s
Vintage Hermes Samouria silk scarf in red c1990s

Vintage Hermes Samouria silk scarf in red c1990s

By Hermès

Located in Philadelphia, PA

design c1991 by Zoe Pauwels features a centered samurai on black horse over white background with thicker

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1990s Scarves

1980's Hermes Pierres d'Orient et d'Occident Silk Scarf
1980's Hermes Pierres d'Orient et d'Occident Silk Scarf

1980's Hermes Pierres d'Orient et d'Occident Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This vintage Hermes scarf designed by Artist Zoé Pauwels in 1988 is made to look like marble, and

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1980s French Scarves

Hermes 'Pierres d'Orient et d'Occident' Scarf
Hermes 'Pierres d'Orient et d'Occident' Scarf

Hermes 'Pierres d'Orient et d'Occident' Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

wardrobe! Designed by Zoe Pauwels circa 1990 this lovely scarf features a paint splatter border for a

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1990s French Scarves

Hermes 'Au Coeur Des Bois' Silk Scarf, 1990's
Hermes 'Au Coeur Des Bois' Silk Scarf, 1990's

Hermes 'Au Coeur Des Bois' Silk Scarf, 1990's

By Hermès

Located in Atlanta, GA

Hermes 'Au Coeur des Bois' silk scarf by artist, Zoe Pauwels, was part of the Hermes 'Year of the

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1990s French Scarves

2002 Legende Kuna by Zoe Pauwels
2002 Legende Kuna by Zoe Pauwels

2002 Legende Kuna by Zoe Pauwels

By Hermès

Located in Toronto, ON

Legende Kuna - Peuple de Panama by Zoe Pauwels first issue 2002. Unworn, with care tag is attached

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Late 20th Century Scarves

Hermes Carré "Pierres d'Orient et d'Occident" by Zoe Pauwels
Hermes Carré "Pierres d'Orient et d'Occident" by Zoe Pauwels

Hermes Carré "Pierres d'Orient et d'Occident" by Zoe Pauwels

By Hermès

Located in Antwerp, BE

Hermes carré "Pierres d'Orient et d'Occident" by Zoe Pauwels in beige colors. Designed in 1988/89

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Scarves

2000 Au Pays de Cocagne by Zoe Pauwels
2000 Au Pays de Cocagne by Zoe Pauwels

2000 Au Pays de Cocagne by Zoe Pauwels

By Hermès

Located in Rockwood, ON

Au Pays de Cocagne by Zoe Pauwels issued c2000. Unworn, with care tag is attached. The colors are

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21st Century and Contemporary Scarves

Hermes Silk Scarf: Samourai
Hermes Silk Scarf: Samourai

Hermes Silk Scarf: Samourai

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Title: Samourai Artist: Zoé Pauwels Year of First Issue: 1991 Authentic Hermès carré is made of

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Late 20th Century French Scarves

Hermes Silk Scarf: Legende Kuna Peuple de Panama
Hermes Silk Scarf: Legende Kuna Peuple de Panama

Hermes Silk Scarf: Legende Kuna Peuple de Panama

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Title: Legende Kuna Peuple de Panama Artist: Zoé Pauwels Year of First Issue: 2002 Authentic

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Silk Scarf: Legende Kuna Peuple de Panama
Hermes Silk Scarf: Legende Kuna Peuple de Panama

Hermes Silk Scarf: Legende Kuna Peuple de Panama

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Title: Legende Kuna Peuple de Panama Artist: Zoé Pauwels Year of First Issue: 2002 Authentic

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Pierres d'Orient et d'Occident
Hermes Pierres d'Orient et d'Occident

Hermes Pierres d'Orient et d'Occident

By Hermès

Located in San Francisco, CA

the title "pierres" refers. The artist signature discreetly part of wood border is "Zoe" Pauwels. The

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20th Century French Scarves

A Rare Hermes Silk Scarf by Zoe Pauwels
A Rare Hermes Silk Scarf by Zoe Pauwels

A Rare Hermes Silk Scarf by Zoe Pauwels

By Hermès

Located in By Appointment Only, GB

d'Orient et d'Occident' by Zoe Pauwels, is just an incredible, luxury work of art. Don't wear it, frame it

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20th Century French Scarves

Hermes Legende Kuna Peuple de Panama Cashmere/Silk Carre-Zoe Pauwels
Hermes Legende Kuna Peuple de Panama Cashmere/Silk Carre-Zoe Pauwels

Hermes Legende Kuna Peuple de Panama Cashmere/Silk Carre-Zoe Pauwels

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Iconic artist Zoe Pauwels pays tribute to the Kuna people of Panama in cashmere and silk

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Historic Hermès Scarf Pierres d'Orient d'Occidant Created by Zoe Pauwels
Historic Hermès Scarf Pierres d'Orient d'Occidant Created by Zoe Pauwels

Historic Hermès Scarf Pierres d'Orient d'Occidant Created by Zoe Pauwels

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

artist Zoe Pauwels. Pauwels has designed over 20 different scarves for Hermès, including the iconic 2013

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Late 20th Century French Scarves

Hermes Pierres d'Orient e d'Occident
Hermes Pierres d'Orient e d'Occident

Hermes Pierres d'Orient e d'Occident

Located in San Francisco, CA

Zoé Pauwels, 1988

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Collectible Vintage Hermès Scarf La Musique Des Sphéres Silk twill 90 cm
Collectible Vintage Hermès Scarf La Musique Des Sphéres Silk twill 90 cm

Collectible Vintage Hermès Scarf La Musique Des Sphéres Silk twill 90 cm

By Hermès

Located in VERGT, FR

La Musique Des Spheres HERMES carre by Zoe Pauwels was first issued in 1996. A celebration of music

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

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1967 Hermès "Ceres" Silk Twill Carre Scarf

By Hermès, Françoise Faconnet

Located in Geneva, CH

First issued in 1967 (our "Carré is most probably from that original edition), "Cerès" was designed by the talented Françoise Faconnet. Celebrating the Roman goddess of agriculture, ...

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1960s French Scarves

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Hermès "Love Tattoo" Jungle Love Shawl

Hermès "Love Tattoo" Jungle Love Shawl

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès Jungle Love Tattoo Shawl was designed by Robert Dallet from the French Natural History Museum in Paris. The scarf glorifies the incomparable fur, the strong features and might...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

2003 Hermes "Boogie Woogie" Silk Twill Carré Scarf
2003 Hermes "Boogie Woogie" Silk Twill Carré Scarf

2003 Hermes "Boogie Woogie" Silk Twill Carré Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Geneva, CH

Shades of blue and turquoise for this "Boogie Woogie" silk twill Carré scarf by Sophie Koechlin. Original Hermes box not included. Dimensions : approx. 90 x 90 cm (35.4 x 35.4 in...

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Early 2000s French Scarves

Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40

Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House. Breathtaking and the epitome of the Giorgi...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

Hermes Limited Edition Jungle Love Rainbow Beaded Scarf Silk 90
Hermes Limited Edition Jungle Love Rainbow Beaded Scarf Silk 90

Hermes Limited Edition Jungle Love Rainbow Beaded Scarf Silk 90

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a rare limited edition Hermes Jungle Love Rainbow Beaded silk scarf by Robert Dallet. This legendry design of love depicts 2 amorous leopards in their natural hab...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Rare Hermès Vintage Silk Scarf Scotland Red Green Philippe Ledoux 35'
Rare Hermès Vintage Silk Scarf Scotland Red Green Philippe Ledoux 35'

Rare Hermès Vintage Silk Scarf Scotland Red Green Philippe Ledoux 35'

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Lovely Authentic Hermès Scarf Print: "SCOTLAND" Pattern: emblems of Scotland Vintage scarf designed by Philippe Ledoux in 1963 Made of silk Colorways: Red, Green, Yellow golden ...

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1960s Unknown Scarves

Hermes pink CIRQUE MOLIER 140 Scarf silk Mousseline
Hermes pink CIRQUE MOLIER 140 Scarf silk Mousseline

Hermes pink CIRQUE MOLIER 140 Scarf silk Mousseline

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Cirque Molier 140 scarf in dusty pin silk (100%) with details in light rose, pale petrol, white, beige, light brow, light grey, grey and olive green. Has been w...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermès “Claire De Lune” Cashmere Shawl
Hermès “Claire De Lune” Cashmere Shawl

Hermès “Claire De Lune” Cashmere Shawl

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This is a Hermès Silk Cashmere Clair De Lune Shawl in Black and White. This stunning scarf is composed of 70% cashmere and 30% silk, and features a beautiful motif on a black and whi...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Faubourg Tropical Silk Scarf 90 Pierre and Rose
Hermes Faubourg Tropical Silk Scarf 90 Pierre and Rose

Hermes Faubourg Tropical Silk Scarf 90 Pierre and Rose

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Faubourg Tropical scarf featured in Pierre ( Stone) and Rose. Designed by Octave Marsal and Theo de Gueltzl. This Hermes 90 silk scarf is set with a wonde...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

PRADA black CROCODILE leather ODETTE BANDOLIERA Shoulder Bag
PRADA black CROCODILE leather ODETTE BANDOLIERA Shoulder Bag

PRADA black CROCODILE leather ODETTE BANDOLIERA Shoulder Bag

By Prada

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Prada Odette Crocodile Bandoliera shoulder bag in black croco leather. Its dual zip compartments are lined with smooth black lambskin and equipped with one slip pocket...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

HERMES pale pink ROSERAIE 140 MOUSSELINE silk Shawl Scarf
HERMES pale pink ROSERAIE 140 MOUSSELINE silk Shawl Scarf

HERMES pale pink ROSERAIE 140 MOUSSELINE silk Shawl Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

Hermes 'Roseraie 140 Mousseline' shawl in pale pink silk chiffon (100%) with details in red, lilac, beige, and yellow. Has been worn and is in excellent, virtually new condition. Wi...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermès Mythologie Des Hommes Silk Scarf
Hermès Mythologie Des Hommes Silk Scarf

Hermès Mythologie Des Hommes Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès silk Les Mythologies des Hommes Rouges scarf designed by Kermit Oliver. Hand rolled edges. Excellent condition.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Jardins de Soie Rose Bonbon /Jaune Shawl 140 Scarf New w/Box
Hermes Jardins de Soie Rose Bonbon /Jaune Shawl 140 Scarf New w/Box

Hermes Jardins de Soie Rose Bonbon /Jaune Shawl 140 Scarf New w/Box

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Jardin de Soie shawl featured in Rose Bonbon and Jaune. Exquisitely detailed exotic beasts and foliage intertwine to create a stunning exotic Hermes scarf...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1989 Grecian Goddess Ivory Gold Pleated Gown
Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1989 Grecian Goddess Ivory Gold Pleated Gown

Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1989 Grecian Goddess Ivory Gold Pleated Gown

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

An ethereal and rare Chanel creation from the Spring/Summer 1989 collection, designed under Karl Lagerfeld’s direction. This gown embodies timeless elegance, drawing inspiration from...

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1980s French Wedding Dresses

Hermès Silk Scarf Flamingo Party Bourthoumieux 90 cm
Hermès Silk Scarf Flamingo Party Bourthoumieux 90 cm

Hermès Silk Scarf Flamingo Party Bourthoumieux 90 cm

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Please notice: the green is actually lighter than the photos Absolutely Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Scarf Print: "Flamingo Party" Designed by Laurence Bourthoumieux in 2015 Made in...

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Zoe Pauwels For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of zoe pauwels. For zoe pauwels, Brown is a pretty popular color, but we also have Gray, Beige, Black and more in stock now. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.

How Much are Zoe Pauwels?

On average, zoe pauwels on 1stDibs sell for $538, while they’re typically $370 on the low end and $800 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Hermès for sale on 1stDibs

For Hermès, what began as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen would eventually grow into one of the most storied fashion labels in the world. In 1837, German-born French entrepreneur Thierry Hermès opened a saddle and harness purveyor in Paris. Gradually, the house extended into accessories and luggage for its riders, and today, in paying homage to its origins, the family-run luxury brand resurfaces horse motifs in everything from clothing and modernist jewelry to pillows and handbags.

The first top-handled bag ever produced by Hermès was the Haut à courroies, which made its debut in 1892. A tall bag secured with a folded leather flap (fastened with bridle-inspired straps), it was designed to transport riding boots and a harness.

As the world made the switch from horse to automobile, the bag adapted, becoming a multifunctional travel satchel instead of a designated saddlebag. Today, 120 years later, the HAC remains in Hermès’s line — and its distinctive flap and clasping straps have laid the groundwork for some of the house’s other iconic bags.

In the 1930s, Robert Dumas (son-in-law to Émile-Maurice Hermès, Thierry’s grandson) designed a smaller, trapezoidal take on the flap bag with a handle and two side straps. Later, actress Grace Kelly, then engaged to Prince Rainier of Monaco, is said to have used one of these bags to conceal her pregnancy during the 1950s. Because she was photographed constantly, the coverage catapulted her handbag to international popularity.

In 1977, Hermès officially renamed the model for her, and the Kelly bag was born. Each Kelly bag takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches owe solely to one Hermès artisan.

Robert Dumas was also responsible for another one of the brand’s most iconic offerings: the launch of its first silk scarf on the occasion of Hermès’s 100th anniversary in 1937. Based on a woodblock designed by Dumas and printed on Chinese silk, the accessory was an immediate hit.

Today, vintage Hermès scarves, typically adorned in rich colors and elaborate patterns, serve many functions, just as they did back then. Well-heeled women wear it on their heads, around their necks and, in a genius piece of cross-promotion, tied to the straps of their Hermès bags. Kelly even once used one as a sling for her broken arm.

In 1981, Robert Dumas’s son Jean-Louis Dumas, then Hermès chairman, found himself sitting next to French actress and musician Jane Birkin on a plane, where she was complaining about finding a suitable carryall for the necessary accoutrements of motherhood. After the two travelers were properly introduced, Birkin helped design Jean-Louis’s most famous contribution to the Hermès canon: the Birkin bag, a roomy, square catchall with the HAC’s trademark leather flap top and the addition of a lock and key.

Owing to the brand’s legendary commitment to deft, handcrafted construction, the Birkin is an investment that is coveted by collectors everywhere.

While the Kelly and Birkin may be standouts, gracing the arms of everyone from royal heiresses to hip-hop stars in the past few decades, the handbags are but a small part of Hermès’s fashion offerings.

Since the 1920s, the brand has produced some of the most desirable leather goods in the world. There’s the Constance bag, a favorite of Jacqueline Kennedy, the recently relaunched 1970s-era Evelyne and, on the vintage market, a slew of designs dating back to the 1920s.

Good design never goes out of style. Find a variety of vintage Hermès handbags, day dresses, shoes and more on 1stDibs.

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 Puccithe 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.

Questions About Hermès
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Hermès is so special for a few reasons. The French luxury house is one of the most storied fashion labels in the world and has a rich heritage that dates back to 1837.

    Hermès began in Paris as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen. The house later extended into accessories and luggage for its riders, and today, in paying homage to its origins, the family-run luxury brand resurfaces horse motifs in everything from clothing and jewelry to pillows and handbags.

    Hermès artisans spend years honing their craft as apprentices before they produce Hermès pieces in premium materials. For example, the Kelly bag, which was named in tribute to one of its biggest fans, Grace Kelly, takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches are made by one Hermès artisan. Each Birkin tote is also hand-sewn according to Hermès’s centuries-old saddle-stitching technique, and its exotic leathers, a variety that includes ostrich and crocodile, are subsequently painted and polished by house craftsmen in France.

    On 1stDibs, explore a selection of vintage Hermès handbags and accessories.