scarf collecting advice

[ladyhermes]

I only buy patterns that I like and a color that looks good on me. Unfortunately that is 90% blue (however my SA does think that some other color works, however with blue my eyes "pop") had to wait for a couple of years before I found a pink that actually looked good on me.
Only have one that I have never worn and that I really don't like but am thinking that I will send that in to get pleaded.

Good luck in your new adventure!

 

[Scarf Addict]

I think if you are a collector then you should try to find at least one vintage scarf with a jacquard in the weave to complete your H collection. Ebay is a good source just make sure you know your real from fake. I've been collecting since September 2007...expensive hobby but lots of fun!!

 

[suzeya]

Thanks all for the advice.

I'm gravitating towards pochettes and the cashmere shawls. I have the silk scarves but I am too scared to wear them for fear of sweat/snagging/staining/and general wear and tear. The cashmere looks more forgiving and the pochettes aren't quite as expensive so I don't feel like I have to treat them with kid gloves.

Anyone know the current pochette designs for spring/summer? I see the ones on the Hermes site but wanted to know if there's info available... like the "spring summer 2009 scarf" post.

 

[capulet]

suzeya, I've found the silk twills to be very resilient. I wear mine often, and so far I've caused very few stains or pulls, even with a flailing baby/toddler whose nails are hard to trim (she did cause one small snag and I've been more careful since then). There are some great threads here on washing scarves, which I have done with great results. I have a few vintage scarves that are 20-40 years old and in great shape--since I'm not the first owner I don't know how much they were actually worn, but they do hold up really well. In short, don't be afraid to wear your scarves!

(Also, I have two H cashmeres, a 90cm and a shawl, and there are pulls in both--I think the cashmere is actually more fragile and likely to get snagged/pilly/fuzzy, but others have more experience with them than I do. I can definitely say I'm less nervous about my silks.)