Scarves Love it then leave it ,how do you curate your scarf collection?

[Ashanti_Rose]

Hi,
Again 'home-front-situation' took me away from my computer(purseforum). Thank you for all the good suggestions but have to abandon my rehome project as 1) the bay yielded zero even though the prices were reasonable 2) Started on Vestiaire but did not go long enough as my neice could not helped me any longer.
So far I had resorted to gifting or even framed some as home gifts Wearing them as duplicates/triplicates is one idea I will try now. A friend of mine who is on some school boards had also promised to put me in touch with non-profits to donate my scarves. I shall see .. meanwhile I will remind myself to wear a silk on the rare moments when I venture out of the house.
Again, THANK you for giving me your time !!

If you couldn't sell your scarves yourself on eBay and at the point of willing to donate them, why don't you reach out to professional resellers or consignment stores? You won't get a lot (as their commisson fee is high) but you will get something at least and you don't have to do any of the legwork yourself. Selling your stuff does require quite a bit of time (cleaning/pressing, taking pics, creating listings, etc) so engaging a professional reseller would be a positive thing. Fashionphile and TheRealReal are also good option (I think they offer an option of buying upfront or provide you with a quoite for a consignment). Obviously, you won't get a lot but still something in lieu of giving them away.

 

[Snausages]

If you couldn't sell your scarves yourself on eBay and at the point of willing to donate them, why don't you reach out to professional resellers or consignment store? You won't get a lot (as their commisson fee is high) but you will get something at least and you don't have to do any of the legwork yourself. Selling your stuff does require quite a bit of time (cleaning/pressing, taking pics, creating listings, etc) so engaging a professional reseller would be a positive thing. Fashionphile and TheRealReal are also good option (I think they offer an option of buying upfront or provide you with a quoite for a consignment). Obviously, you won't get a lot but still something in lieu of giving them away.

Good advice! Fashionphile will buy them outright - horribly low price point (I think 60% of what they think they can sell for) which is especially handy if you’re near one of their studios (I think they’re still in some Neiman Marcuses)

 

[frenchgirl]

I used to sell my scarves/shawls on ebay, but that was a good 6-7 years ago. I have no time now, but needed to edit, so turned to a highly experienced scarfie friend of 20+ years(who is also an authenticator on this forum) to sell for me. She knows the designs so much better than anyone at the RealReal/other sites, and has excellent pricing skills. It might take longer for the scarves to sell on her site, but I trust her completely and her help has been a game changer. (I don't know if I can identify her here? Anyone is welcome to send me a PM. I also don't know if she was mentioned early in the thread) I know a number of the members here have used her services.

 

[Ashanti_Rose]

Good advice! Fashionphile will buy them outright - horribly low price point (I think 60% of what they think they can sell for) which is especially handy if you’re near one of their studios (I think they’re still in some Neiman Marcuses)

I think their quotes are even lower than 60% (I heard something about $100 for a 90). But I actually think it is fair - they are in a business of making money and are doing legwork, managing inventory, listings, shipping, customer service, etc. I think it would be an unrealistic expection - to get top $ for one's used belongings without doing any work, so it is a fair game. It is an excellent option for someone willing to unload before resorting to donation to a charity...

 

[julian.f]

I think their quotes are even lower than 60% (I heard something about $100 for a 90). But I actually think it is fair - they are in a business of making money and are doing legwork, managing inventory, listings, shipping, customer service, etc. I think it would be an unrealistic expection - to get top $ for one's used belongings without doing any work, so it is a fair game. It is an excellent option for someone willing to unload before resorting to donation to a charity...

I do think it is fair but I will add one thing to consider: depending on your location, donation of property/goods may be tax deductible if donated to a (recognised) charity. Often, you can make the deduction using a "fair market value" as a point of departure, which may be far better than a very low intake though a reseller, if the amount they're quoting is very low. I'm not giving financial advice here but just suggesting it as potential option to recoup a larger portion through tax write-offs. Again, depends on your jurisdiction/size of donation/etc. but this is less leg work and more cognitive work to see which option is best for you.

 

[Ashanti_Rose]

I do think it is fair but I will add one thing to consider: depending on your location, donation of property/goods may be tax deductible if donated to a (recognised) charity. Often, you can make the deduction using a "fair market value" as a point of departure, which may be far better than a very low intake though a reseller, if the amount they're quoting is very low. I'm not giving financial advice here but just suggesting it as potential option to recoup a larger portion through tax write-offs. Again, depends on your jurisdiction/size of donation/etc. but this is less leg work and more cognitive work to see which option is best for you.

Yes, good point. For those in the US - if one itemises the deductions on tax returns (but there are limits/ ceilings there as well).

 

[Pivoine66]

I used to sell my scarves/shawls on ebay, but that was a good 6-7 years ago. I have no time now, but needed to edit, so turned to a highly experienced scarfie friend of 20+ years(who is also an authenticator on this forum) to sell for me. She knows the designs so much better than anyone at the RealReal/other sites, and has excellent pricing skills. It might take longer for the scarves to sell on her site, but I trust her completely and her help has been a game changer. (I don't know if I can identify her here? Anyone is welcome to send me a PM. I also don't know if she was mentioned early in the thread) I know a number of the members here have used her services.

Thank you, dear frenchgirl. Though: Am I guessing right - the member is in U.S.?

Unfortunately for me, EU here, and at least buying from outside EU is not worth it at all - (e.g. I am hunting for a CSGM Tyger Tyger in bleu nuit, aubergine kaki... for years - found a hardly worn one - not washed yet - for a good price on the UK evil bay - but with taxes and customs - quite some above retail - a no go for me... So I fear it might be the other way around, too, and the risk of shipping e.g. to US? So, by chance any such tpfers here in EU, if it would be ok with the rules here?

 

[frenchgirl]

Thank you, dear frenchgirl. Though: Am I guessing right - the member is in U.S.?

Unfortunately for me, EU here, and at least buying from outside EU is not worth it at all - (e.g. I am hunting for a CSGM Tyger Tyger in bleu nuit, aubergine kaki... for years - found a hardly worn one - not washed yet - for a good price on the UK evil bay - but with taxes and customs - quite some above retail - a no go for me... So I fear it might be the other way around, too, and the risk of shipping e.g. to US? So, by chance any such tpfers here in EU, if it would be ok with the rules here?

Yes, she is in the US (California). I live in the US, and sadly, in spite of my dual citizenship, do not know any EU resellers. I agree that shipping to the US is fraught. I do hope you will find someone.

 

[Pivoine66]

Yes, she is in the US (California). I live in the US, and sadly, in spite of my dual citizenship, do not know any EU resellers. I agree that shipping to the US is fraught. I do hope you will find someone.

Thank you, dear frenchgirl, for taking the time to reply to me.

I personally have made good experiences buying at Ewa Lagan in Frankfurt, Germany (when visiting friends there).
She used to be a SA at Hermès. Beautiful collection (mainly bags in such an amazing variety of colours (many B/K, and scarves) in her boutique, bought two new/unworn scarves there, good/ok prices to buy - though my friend sold one scarf - new one but of some seasons ago - received about 140/150 Euros cash. I know she takes the risks selling or keeping a scarf forever, though as long as I do not really have to sell...

 

[Pivoine66]

Thank you, dear frenchgirl, for taking the time to reply to me.

I personally have made good experiences buying at Ewa Lagan in Frankfurt, Germany (when visiting friends there).
She used to be a SA at Hermès. Beautiful collection (mainly bags in such an amazing variety of colours (many B/K, and scarves) in her boutique, bought two new/unworn scarves there, good/ok prices to buy - though my friend sold one scarf - new one but of some seasons ago - received about 140/150 Euros cash. I know she takes the risks selling or keeping a scarf forever, though as long as I do not really have to sell...

Lol, I have to reply to my own post - excuse-me - because I have the feeling I have to put it somehow right, not to give a wrong impression (sorry, non native-speaker...):

I have also received a bit more feedback, for which I am very grateful:

Selling scarves via professional resellers probably results in direct purchase prices of between 100 and 150 Euros for many at least here in Europe, for used ones might even be less.
This confirms my positive impression of Ewa Lagan in Frankfurt as not only being a reliable expert concerning the authenticity of her products, but also in the fairness of her prices. (I am in no way nor any kind tied or linked to her.)

Nevertheless, for me personally: it helps me in my decision making instead of curating my scarf collection right now - to keep my treasures on the ‘virtual rehomepile’ instead, at least for the time being or perhaps until I really have to part with them or have the possibility to swatch with somebody in my private surrounding in Europe (due to customs, taxes here even for gifts!!!)

 

[Equest]

@supermommy101 Thanks for this. I was able to decide on and procure a few of the 2025's but still have a few more on my list. Has anyone tracked the price increases over time? I've only been actively collecting since 2021 so I don't have data from before that. In 2021 a new 90 in USD was $435, in 2022 it went to $480 (10%), 2023 = $510 (6%), 2024 = $550 (8%) and now for 2025 = $590 (7%). That's a total increase of 36% in 4 years. The good news for those rehoming scarves, is that the value on resale should be roughly tracking that. I would love to know how Hermès determines the new pricing and how they adjust for currency valuations, and project supply and demand. I wonder what the outcome might be if new US Tariffs are applied to France. $590 might look like a reasonable price in retrospect after Jan. 20. Must inquire about that blue picnic scarf soon!

Nothing wrong with rehoming scarves but it’s tough for me as I see these scarves as ‘buy it for life’ purchases and don’t want to ever resell. The silks in particular I currently mainly wear to work as for my taste it’s a quite formal look, but I imagine myself as I get older wearing more all the time. Though I guess if I ever need to raise cash I can at least see these scarves as an investment!

These are timeless pieces but the constant price increases are a bit exhausting and I say that as a new buyer (only collecting since 2020).

When I purchased my first scarf I found this forum and have enjoyed following along seeing new releases each season even though I don’t post much and some seasons have not bought anything. I thought this could be a fun little lifetime habit of buying Hermes scarves as and when a beautiful piece appears. But once the 90cm goes above £500 I’ll find that quite difficult to justify to myself and a scarf will have to be really breathtaking for me to buy it. Maybe that’s better as will be more discerning in my purchases.

For example I was thinking about buying Precious Paradise 90cm as there’s some still available in London. But the colour ways while nice were not 100% perfect for my taste. At £300 I would have still got one as the design is stunning. At close to £500 now I need to be completely happy with every element of the scarf and be completely confident it will get use. So for these scarves I’ll look second hand and reserve buying new for what I see as perfect scarves. I say this as someone who just got Sous le charm 140 new in 3 colours (before the increase thankfully) as it’s a really perfect scarf for me!

 

[Maedi]

Nothing wrong with rehoming scarves but it’s tough for me as I see these scarves as ‘buy it for life’ purchases and don’t want to ever resell. The silks in particular I currently mainly wear to work as for my taste it’s a quite formal look, but I imagine myself as I get older wearing more all the time. Though I guess if I ever need to raise cash I can at least see these scarves as an investment!

These are timeless pieces but the constant price increases are a bit exhausting and I say that as a new buyer (only collecting since 2020).

When I purchased my first scarf I found this forum and have enjoyed following along seeing new releases each season even though I don’t post much and some seasons have not bought anything. I thought this could be a fun little lifetime habit of buying Hermes scarves as and when a beautiful piece appears. But once the 90cm goes above £500 I’ll find that quite difficult to justify to myself and a scarf will have to be really breathtaking for me to buy it. Maybe that’s better as will be more discerning in my purchases.

For example I was thinking about buying Precious Paradise 90cm as there’s some still available in London. But the colour ways while nice were not 100% perfect for my taste. At £300 I would have still got one as the design is stunning. At close to £500 now I need to be completely happy with every element of the scarf and be completely confident it will get use. So for these scarves I’ll look second hand and reserve buying new for what I see as perfect scarves. I say this as someone who just got Sous le charm 140 new in 3 colours (before the increase thankfully) as it’s a really perfect scarf for me!

Wise thoughts. In my opinion, the price increases have been excessive and edge out the smaller H lover. It seems greedy and unnecessary but back to topic, this season has many fun designs.

 

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And here we go with another round of scarf washing. It’s a very relaxing though slightly nail-biting activity. Thank you to our lovely authenticator @sdsurfchick for helping confirm this Carpe Diem looked ok to purchase.

It arrived really stiff with sizing in a box with a slip from Hermès advising dry cleaning only and possible damage from rain. But again, no color ran into the sink and the color catcher didn’t show any extra dye. It’s drying now, a little spotty in some areas but I think it’s just the dampness drying off.

What attracted me to this design:
The marbleized border, the green/white/red banner that reminds me of the Italian flag, and the lovely light gold background color.

@sdsurfchick has authenticated here and also helped many of us rehome silks and silk cashmere

These days, I tend to try to give mine to family or friends who might enjoy them

 

[frenchgirl]

@sdsurfchick has authenticated here and also helped many of us rehome silks and silk cashmere

These days, I tend to try to give mine to family or friends who might enjoy them

Thank you for identifying her, she is the person I trust most to re-home my scarves/shawls. She has been so helpful and understands Hermes silks better than anyone.