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COUTURE - FASHION HOUSES -DESIGNER NAMES- FAMOUS STORES
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CHRISTIAN
LACROIX - PARIS - A truly gorgeous hand rolled silk twill scarf in stunning
colours, very dramatic, other fab scarves from Lacroix include the Spanish
Matador and World Travel designs - I love his scarves and only wish
that I had more! Born in Arles in 1951, worked for both Hermes and Patou
before launching his own couture and ready to wear collections in 1988,
famous for his fantastic use of colour.
JACQUES
HEIM PARIS -1899-1967 - French vintage hand rolled silk twill scarf,
c1960s - during his time Heim was an important designer , his chain of
boutiques operated from 1946 until the mid 1960s - he also created major
perfumes such as J'Aime in 1950 followed by Shanandoah in 1966.
BECKFORD
SILK - ENGLAND - PATRICK HERON - Highly collectable silk hand rolled scarf
entitled GOURMET - a brilliant piece of artwork re-produced on silk - original artwork by Patrick Heron ('47) the renowned
British artist who sadly passed away in 1999. The scarf is top quality as
is always the case from Beckford Silk - the colours used on the
scarf are different to the original artwork.
VERA
- U.S.A. - A Vera Neumann scarf dating from the 1960s, gorgeous floral graphics,
hand rolled silk twill, look for her LADYBUG trademark, A truly
brilliant designer. Started production in 1945, it is worth noting
that the earlier designs had a smaller signature than those of late.
TIE
RACK - This is a fine example of some of the earlier TR scarves, the
graphics are stunning, designed by Tamala Salman the Baghdad born artist who
after working in textile design is now Design Director for Liberty of London.
This scarf was produced with the Young British Designers at Tie Rack label, other brilliant designs worth collecting were also produced which
have KIKAMI on the label. Most were made in Japan.
NEXT
- Pure silk - Some interesting silk scarves have been produced over a period of
time by this famous U.K. high street store. Most of the Next scarves which I have in my own collection are not signed on
the scarf itself, the name appears only on the tag thus making them difficult to
identify. Unfortunately this could result over a period of time in many
having being discarded due to lack of identity which in turn means they
become more difficult to find. The graphics on the black scarf are brilliant -
the words 'up above the marbled steps in the
perfumed chamber' - 'The scent of trampled roses' references are also made
to - umbrella, teapot, chair, vanity case and powder jars. All
in all a very unusual scarf which has a Next tag. The other silk twill hand
rolled scarf features a very colourful design of mugs/cups.
KREIER
- SWITZERLAND - Quality vintage raw silk rolled edge scarf,
signed Lurcat. Jean Lurcat
1892-1966 was a French artist/illustrator famous for his fantastic
tapestries. All Lurcats' works are now highly prized, many of his
paintings can be seen in galleries around the world.
MIMI
DI NESCEMI - Italian born jewelry designer. Hard to find vintage
silk rolled edge scarf from this famous jewelry designer, super
'cat' graphics . Mimi de N jewelry is now highly collectable as are her
scarves.
Yves. St. Laurent- Classic and very chic design vintage silk rolled edge scarf bearing the YSL signature. Apart from haute couture he also established his Rive Gauche outlets in 1966 which sold his ready to wear collections. His famous perfumes are of course Rive Gauche 1970, plus Opium, Paris and 'Y' in 1964. YSL scarves are highly collectable.
NINA RICCI - PARIS - 1883-1970 - Born in Italy Nina Ricci later moved to France as a child. she opened her very famous fashion house in the early 1930s, noted for her elegant and very chic clothes and also her gorgeous perfume L'Air du Temps which was launched in 1948 and is still a best seller to this very day. This stunning and dramatic silk rolled edge scarf is signed Nina Ricci and bears all the hallmarks of quality.
NICOLE
MILLER - U.S.A. -
RODEO DRIVE -
Gorgeous hand rolled collectors silk scarf from the ever popular American
company who constantly surprise everyone with interesting and
unusual scarves depicting all sorts of different subjects many of which
have a very definite American theme - this particular scarf features
Giorgio -Beverley Hills -
Wings perfume bottles, plus hand
bags, shoes, hats and gloves complete the design, a very girlie scarf, these are
extremely popular as are the other 'girlie' themed scarves which feature handbags,
cosmetics, shoes and Barbie to name but a
few. It is worth noting that many of
the scarves are dated on the tag which limits the amount released, which
in turn makes them scarcer as time goes by, don't miss out if you see one.
MONDI
- Super high class fashion name established in Germany 1967 but changed
hands in 2005. Now part of the Gilmar (Italy) group who also own ICEBERG
makers of fantastic designer label Jeans, look out fortheir super
Iceberg scarves some of which have very unusual graphics. MONDI vintage scarves are a
especially delightful and
now very difficult to find, snap them up if you see any! The
modernist silk art scarf featured is so colourful and extrovert and
would have teamed up perfectly with a Mondi sweater or superbly tailored
outfit which always guaranteed that the wearer would stand out in a
crowd.
MADAM GRES- Paris - Known for her 'sculptural' timeless designs which often included Grecian style draping and also pleating which never date and are the essence of femininity, many will of course have had the pleasure of using her perfume Cabochard. This stunning hard to find silk rolled edge scarf is so chic and very Gres.
PUCCI
- ITALY - Super sought after heavy quality rolled edge silk 60s scarf by the famous Italian designer,
Pucci scarves are always highly prized by collectors, PUCCI scarves from the 60s era are the most sought
after and always command a high price. Look out for the EMILIO
signature running throughout the design to
guarantee authenticity. Fantastic Pucci scarves are still being produced to
this day but come at a price and retail around £165.00, most top designer
scarves fall into this price bracket and even higher in some cases.
MISS
DIOR - Stunning rare silk rolled edge vintage scarf with a 'pop art'
design by Ray Strauss who also designed for the very famous 21 club New
York. Miss Dior perfume was actually launched in 1947. Please
note: Not all Dior scarves came with a hand rolled
edge, some of the older vintage and smaller sized varieties can be found with either a very fine
machined edge or in some cases a 'fringed' edge.
JEAN
PATOU - 1887-1936 - Super silk rare rolled edge edge scarf by the famous French fashion
house, famous for the world famous perfume JOY c 1935. After 1936 the
business continued under the direction of the brother in law of Patou.
HERMES
- PARIS needs no introduction, the creme de la creme, highly sought after by all scarf collectors -
extremely high quality, this lovely silk twill plump hand rolled edge design
entitled La Poste never dates and is always a firm favourite with collectors. There are many Hermes fakes about theses days, some of them are very convincing
and even come with an Orange box! If you intend buying the scarf as an
investment take care when buying especially if you are
paying a high price. Check out the edge of the
scarf which should have a plump 'hand' rolled edge, if the edge is machine
'rolled' or over-locked the scarf scarf is not genuine. Look out for
established sellers who are very knowledgeable about Hermes scarves and from
whom you are sure of getting the 'real thing'. The other pretty
red bordered scarf is entitled Joies d' Hiver, made from a Jacqurd weave, silk
twill. The subject of Hermes scarves is so in-depth as so many designs
have been produced over the years, there are excellent websites out there who
specialize in Hermes scarves only.
GUCCI
- ITALY - Lancers on Horseback - very wearable and traditional quality
silk twill scarf with hand rolled edge, Gucci logo in two places. This
famous company will always be associated with the actress Grace Kelly for whom
they produced a very famous floral scarf during the 1960s.
VAN
CLEEF & ARPELS - I love the graphics on this super quality silk rolled edge
fashion scarf, it would look equally as good framed, very chic and very French.
FERRAGAMO
- A name that needs no introduction to scarf collectors, quality silk twill with
a rolled edge makes this lovely scarf a winner every time. Super cat
design which Ferragamo is so famous for.
JEANNE
LANVIN - PARIS - 1867 - 1946 - Famous for her perfume Arpege and My sin
-
started working in the fashion trade in her early teens as an apprentice,
later to become a world renowned fashion icon. This lovely silk
rolled edged scarf is a true classic and looks good whichever way it is folded
due to its symmetric design.
BROOKE
CADWALLADER - Scarves by this famous American designer are always highly sought
after and now have a huge following. This lovely cerise silk rolled edge scarf
depicts the CHATEAU de MANTENON in France and is signed Brooke Cadwallader.
ESCADA - Gorgeous classic design scarf with
colours that never date, you will
more than likely come across other Escada scarves relating to perfumes from the
Escada range.
LIBERTY
OF LONDON - Very traditional and timeless design which never
fails to please, a classic, made from silk twill with a hand rolled edge
and Made in England. Not all Liberty scarves were produced in the U.K. -
it is quite normal to come across scarves which have a Made in Italy label.
LIBERTY
OF LONDON - Vintage silk twill rolled edge scarf, design depicts horse
brasses which for many years were so very popular and adorned many a parlor or
fireplace throughout the U.K. and still do in some cases and can still be found
in out of the way village pubs which have not been 'modernised' by
breweries and developers.
LIBERTY
OF LONDON - No collection is complete without a Liberty scarf, this example is
silk twill and dates from 1938, the scarf itself was block printed at
Merton Abbey, the clients name was then added later at the Liberty store at the
time of purchase.
BALENCIAGA
-very difficult to find
these days. Dramatic graphics in two colours, very Balenciaga. Balenciaga
scarves were not available through retail stores and could only be purchased
direct from the couture house itself which in in itself makes them much more
difficult to find.
KARL
LAGERFELD - FUNKY CHAIRS -Great graphics on this super silk twill rolled edge
scarf - really funky unusual chairs are depicted in the design.
BELLINO
- ITALY - Gorgeous vintage and very 'girlie' romantic looking silk
twill quality scarf
with Rose design which is always popular amongst scarf collectors of all age
groups. Some Bellino scarves come without a signature on the scarf itself, this
one bears the original tag, don't miss out if you see one as these are now
getting much more difficult to find.
FERRAGAMO
- Italy - The graphics on this scarf make a great fashion statement, all sorts
of Ferragamo shoes which also have the date of production written into the
design. A true collectors item. Silk twill, rolled edge.
MAGGIE ROUFF - PARIS -1896-1971 Vintage silk twill
rolled edge scarf this well known Parisian designer who originally worked for
Drecoll as head designer before setting up on her own.. Fashion goes full circle as
this scarf is a longer variety similar to many of those which are popular today.
LIBERTY OF LONDON- 'Lilypond' this delightful
design is a firm favourite with collectors, very pretty graphics, small Liberty
logo on one corner. Silk twill with a rolled edge
CHRISTIAN
DIOR - PARIS - Exquisite silk rolled edge vintage scarf from the famous
French fashion house, signed Dior. Always a favourite with collectors,
this one is a classic timeless design.
BURBERRYS
- London - Vintage hand rolled edge rolled edge silk scarf,
traditional Burberrys design showing logo with two people sheltering under a
Burberrys sign - Made in England tag.
CARTIER - This stunning rare design features the
famous Duchess of Windsor panther bracelet. very sought after by
collectors as are all Cartier scarves. Silk, rolled edge. Signed. Many of the
Cartier designs feature various jewels specially designed for the Duchess of
Windsor, after her death many of the jewels were auctioned off in Geneva,
Switzerland and sold for record prices.
HARRODS
- Lovely silk rolled edge scarf from the famous London Knightsbridge store
HARRODS - butterfly design, Harrods label, Harrods is also printed within a
cartouche on the bottom of the scarf..
JAEGER
- Famous for their very classic but also very chic clothing - Jaeger
scarves
have and will always be extremely popular with both wearers and collectors
alike as many of the designs are classics which never date - quality is the
keyword. the Jaeger company was actually founded in Germany in 1884.
HERMES
- PARIS- Grand Apparat
-Very classic silk twill rolled edge scarf with a horse theme - it is
worth noting that some designs are repeated as in this case. The first edition
was 1962, then 1986 followed by a repeat in 2000. Hermes produce two collections each year
namely AUTUMN/WINTER and SPRING/SUMMER.
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