Scarves Scarf Of The Day 2019 - Which Hermès scarf are you wearing today?

[Jbizzybeetle]

Joyeux noël, everyone! My father-in-law is hosting carollers tonight, so I'm wearing a cutesey holiday shirt with my Noel au Faubourg.
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And for this week's theme, this was my SOTD at the office this morning: Ich Dien, issued for the fairytale Charles and Diana wedding, and now symbolic to me of the clash between fantasy and reality. I wore the purple cw today.
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Faubourg & shirt so fun! I should get that Ich Dien, as my fantasies clash daily with realities

 

[Joannadyne]

Off topic - ooopsie!
Perspective Cavalière
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I loooove this on you, cookie!! So cheerful!

 

[Joannadyne]

I know this is off topic but when are H sales?

In the U.S. they’re usually in the summer and fall. The pattern has been a west coast sale in the summer and an east coast sale in the fall. Paris has two sales a year, January and July, I think? Keep an eye on the shopping part of the forum.

Egypte, designed by Cathy Latham in 1970, is a meticulous illustration of pectorals, pendants and other treasures found inside King Tutankhamun’s tomb. Although the Egyptian king’s pristine burial site was discovered between 1922 and 1927, the first comprehensive exhibitions of the valuable objects and artifacts began in the 1960s, culminating with worldwide travelling exhibitions, most notably, The Treasures of Tutankhamun in the 1970s. Cathy Latham created this magnificent design following the first tour of the treasures from the tomb to travel outside of the Museum of Cairo. All of the pieces pictured were part of the exhibition. On the second pic I show it with an Askew London Egyptian-inspired brooch as well as with a replica of King Tut’s death mask that I purchased at The Met Museum gift shop when I first visited the exhibit in 1978.
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Turqueries en l’Honneur de Monsieur de T by JC Donnadieu is also an interesting design based on a historical event. Archives and documents indicate that members of the French Academy in Rome held a “Turkish masquerade” in 1748 during the carnaval celebrations. The director of the French Academy designed the opulent costumes and left a number of etchings. Donnadieu’s parade of costumed characters, both in 18th century fashion and on exotic eastern dress is based on those original etchings. The central medallion depicts a view of Rome’s St. Peter’s Square filled with visitors and attendees to the celebrations.
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Much as Hubert de Watrigant honored the famous annual Andalusian fair in his Feria de Sevilla, he celebrates the renowned Venetian carnival in Carnaval de Venise, which he designed in 1993. Coteries of masked characters, masks and a view of St.Mark’s Square punctuated by allusions of the gondolas and canals are beautifully depicted.
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Zoe Pauwels’ Premieres Mains was created in 2002 and recreates in concept and style the prehistoric paintings found in the walls of the caves of Lascaux in the Dordogne region of France. Believed to have been created 15,000-12,000 years ago. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is valuable world patrimony and this scarf’s graceful illustration is a beautiful tribute to it and to the exceptional art of the prehistoric people of Europe.
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And, finally, an example of one of Hermès’ most beautiful special editions: Pierre Marie’s Promenade a Versailles. This wonderful carré was issued in 2015 as a special limited edition whose proceeds went to benefit the restoration of the royal apartments of the Palace of Versailles.
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All are lovely but the Premieres Mains! I love it!! On another note, I just want to express my appreciation for all you do on this site - the knowledge and pictures you share, all the incredible mod shots - you are a treasure!

Voyage de P was at the sales??? Wow. I almost never see it on evilbay, etc.

Yeah, and the killer is I saw it at two sales and passed on it twice!!! Augh!!!

I passed over it when I saw it at the boutique. Then @ABQ2ATL showed her lovely Voyade de P on SOTD, and I found one at the Sale

So glad somebody got one at the sale!!!!

Monday evolved into a two-shawl day with A la Gloire de Guillaume CSGM in all its purpley, golden goodness, featuring here King Harold and that crazy falcon he carried everywhere, apparently, per the Bayeux Tapistry.
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Wow, I’ve never seen this as a shawl! It’s splendid! I so wanted to do a scarf-on-site when I saw the tapestry last year but was never able to find the scarf in time!

 

[Jbizzybeetle]

Mont Sainct Michel — ah, my problem child scarf as the plisse from the 1990s (I’m told by experienced scarfies) simply doesn’t show off the beautiful design, although I’m learning it does better against a rich, dark background than a light one.

As for that lovely design, some say 1947 by Hugo Grygkar, others favor 1967 by Pierre Peron. Fontan’s 3d references both, with no photo of the alleged Peron.

MSM shares tales of the historic site off the coast of Normandy in panels making up the border of the scarf— in the context of the thousands of years surrounding the quasi-island: Druid to Christian religious site, resistance to conquest whether by Rome or William, prison, etc., and now a tourist draw.


I debate regularly whether to de-plisse or not to de-plisse, hopefully not leading to the Hamlet ending. Meanwhile, ForeverHermes does a nice video overview of the flat twill version on Facebook, dating to last year.
https://www.facebook.com/pg/Forever-Hermes-461247830669732/posts/

 

[Jbizzybeetle]

In the U.S. they’re usually in the summer and fall. The pattern has been a west coast sale in the summer and an east coast sale in the fall. Paris has two sales a year, January and July, I think? Keep an eye on the shopping part of the forum.


All are lovely but the Premieres Mains! I love it!! On another note, I just want to express my appreciation for all you do on this site - the knowledge and pictures you share, all the incredible mod shots - you are a treasure!


Yeah, and the killer is I saw it at two sales and passed on it twice!!! Augh!!!


So glad somebody got one at the sale!!!!


Wow, I’ve never seen this as a shawl! It’s splendid! I so wanted to do a scarf-on-site when I saw the tapestry last year but was never able to find the scarf in time!

Thank you! This beauty was found in a Ukraine antique store and posted on eBay. The seller was so concerned about the rising bid totals, he kept reminding us it needs restoration. Thrilled at the $430 he received, he shipped practically overnight!

 

[AnnaE]

Egypte, designed by Cathy Latham in 1970, is a meticulous illustration of pectorals, pendants and other treasures found inside King Tutankhamun’s tomb. Although the Egyptian king’s pristine burial site was discovered between 1922 and 1927, the first comprehensive exhibitions of the valuable objects and artifacts began in the 1960s, culminating with worldwide travelling exhibitions, most notably, The Treasures of Tutankhamun in the 1970s. Cathy Latham created this magnificent design following the first tour of the treasures from the tomb to travel outside of the Museum of Cairo. All of the pieces pictured were part of the exhibition. On the second pic I show it with an Askew London Egyptian-inspired brooch as well as with a replica of King Tut’s death mask that I purchased at The Met Museum gift shop when I first visited the exhibit in 1978.
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Turqueries en l’Honneur de Monsieur de T by JC Donnadieu is also an interesting design based on a historical event. Archives and documents indicate that members of the French Academy in Rome held a “Turkish masquerade” in 1748 during the carnaval celebrations. The director of the French Academy designed the opulent costumes and left a number of etchings. Donnadieu’s parade of costumed characters, both in 18th century fashion and on exotic eastern dress is based on those original etchings. The central medallion depicts a view of Rome’s St. Peter’s Square filled with visitors and attendees to the celebrations.
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Much as Hubert de Watrigant honored the famous annual Andalusian fair in his Feria de Sevilla, he celebrates the renowned Venetian carnival in Carnaval de Venise, which he designed in 1993. Coteries of masked characters, masks and a view of St.Mark’s Square punctuated by allusions of the gondolas and canals are beautifully depicted.
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Zoe Pauwels’ Premieres Mains was created in 2002 and recreates in concept and style the prehistoric paintings found in the walls of the caves of Lascaux in the Dordogne region of France. Believed to have been created 15,000-12,000 years ago. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is valuable world patrimony and this scarf’s graceful illustration is a beautiful tribute to it and to the exceptional art of the prehistoric people of Europe.
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And, finally, an example of one of Hermès’ most beautiful special editions: Pierre Marie’s Promenade a Versailles. This wonderful carré was issued in 2015 as a special limited edition whose proceeds went to benefit the restoration of the royal apartments of the Palace of Versailles.
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Thank you for sharing — I learned a lot!

Happy Christmas Eve Silkies, Wonderful intro @Living.la.vida.fifi ! You’ve been a marvelous scarf mistress along with @Cookiefiend , @xincinsin and @bunnycat . Thank you to all of you for scarf theme hosting each week and keeping this thread so active and fun throughout the year!

Though I love historical themes, it’s not been a major part of my scarf collection sadly. But there are many historical motifs that are featured, especially in some Asian themed silks.

Sharing a few with you, Versailles

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Early America
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La Femme
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So mych love for Samourais
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Equitation Japonaise
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New to me Ballade de Heian -
2009 Hermes Ballade de Heian Silk Twill Scarf by Natsuno Hidaka celebrates The Heian period of Japanese history, running from 794 to 1185. This period is especially important to Japanese culture because it is the period when Confucianism and other Chinese influences were at their height. Heian means "peace and tranquility". This period, named after Heian-kyō (Kyoto), is also considered the peak of the Japanese imperial court and noted for the arts, especially poetry and literature
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Le Voyage de Pytheas

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And for my Chrismas silk wishes to you all for a beautiful Christmas and New Year, Noel au Fauborg 24.

thank you for sharing, especially re: Heian, I learned something new today.

Joyeux noël, everyone! My father-in-law is hosting carollers tonight, so I'm wearing a cutesey holiday shirt with my Noel au Faubourg.
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And for this week's theme, this was my SOTD at the office this morning: Ich Dien, issued for the fairytale Charles and Diana wedding, and now symbolic to me of the clash between fantasy and reality. I wore the purple cw today.
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great selection!

Mont Sainct Michel — ah, my problem child scarf as the plisse from the 1990s (I’m told by experienced scarfies) simply doesn’t show off the beautiful design, although I’m learning it does better against a rich, dark background than a light one.
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As for that lovely design, some say 1947 by Hugo Grygkar, others favor 1967 by Pierre Peron. Fontan’s 3d references both, with no photo of the alleged Peron.
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MSM shares tales of the historic site off the coast of Normandy in panels making up the border of the scarf— in the context of the thousands of years surrounding the quasi-island: Druid to Christian religious site, resistance to conquest whether by Rome or William, prison, etc., and now a tourist draw.
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I debate regularly whether to de-plisse or not to de-plisse, hopefully not leading to the Hamlet ending. Meanwhile, ForeverHermes does a nice video overview of the flat twill version on Facebook, dating to last year.
https://www.facebook.com/pg/Forever-Hermes-461247830669732/posts/

I wouldn’t de-plisse, but I struggled with plisse myself, so I sympathize.

Thank you! This beauty was found in a Ukraine antique store and posted on eBay. The seller was so concerned about the rising bid totals, he kept reminding us it needs restoration. Thrilled at the $430 he received, he shipped practically overnight!

wow — great story! This must have made the seller’s year

 

[AnnaE]

No historic scarves today — heading to the in laws for Christmas and skiing. Quadrige Perforé.

 

[AnnaE]

Alexandra David-Neel set a great example for us in 1924 when she journeyed to the city of Lhasa in Tibet, honored by Hermes and Aline Honore in 2009 in La Femme aux Semelles de Vent aka LFaSdV. For more details, see @HermesHope write-up: https://thelibrainretired.com/2018/10/15/scarf-of-the-moment-la-femme-aux-semelles-de-vent/
Not quite up to that standard— I donned the CSGM version and braved the cold, 1/16th mile visibility fog this morning to get a silk on way to last-minute rehoming. On Blitzen! On Dancer!
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thank you for sharing — very educational!

This is just perfect for you, our Red Queen!
(I bet you hugged all your red beauties after last week - I wore a red gav myself on Sunday! )

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Yowza! All are just amazing! I love that orange hem on CdV!

I did indeed! That wasn’t my most flattering week

 

[ILLYLOULOU96]

Photo:

Perfection! Again! - I still remember one post from you, showing the combination of 2 perforés. This was absolut perfection, too.

 

[Pautinka]

AWESOME comes close to describing today’s Scarf Mail, but barely: Marine Naive aka Henry F. Smith Sailor in CSGM. Fewer words, more photos!

The big picture:
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Wearing shots—I’ll upload more general piks later with a link to Ode to Cashmere Silk shawls thread and with thanks to @Pautinka @marietouchet @bunnycat et al for information in other threads about the history behind this art by Ph. Dumas.

Featuring center ship:
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Tails show off two of the four sea conditions illustrated on the four inside borders:
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Close and comfy!
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Sincere apologies for the late reply Jbizzy. Congratulations - this is a wonderful CW. I loved researching the original Mr Smith - right down to his hair colour and tattoos!!! I don't wear mine much but I love looking at it and thinking of his story.

 

[Jbizzybeetle]

Sincere apologies for the late reply Jbizzy. Congratulations - this is a wonderful CW. I loved researching the original Mr Smith - right down to his hair colour and tattoos!!! I don't wear mine much but I love looking at it and thinking of his story.

Thank you! And Welcome! Missed you!

 

[bobkat1991]

Photo:

Wowza, AnnaE! You are the queen of the spicy hot colors!

Egypte, designed by Cathy Latham in 1970, is a meticulous illustration of pectorals, pendants and other treasures found inside King Tutankhamun’s tomb. Although the Egyptian king’s pristine burial site was discovered between 1922 and 1927, the first comprehensive exhibitions of the valuable objects and artifacts began in the 1960s, culminating with worldwide travelling exhibitions, most notably, The Treasures of Tutankhamun in the 1970s. Cathy Latham created this magnificent design following the first tour of the treasures from the tomb to travel outside of the Museum of Cairo. All of the pieces pictured were part of the exhibition. On the second pic I show it with an Askew London Egyptian-inspired brooch as well as with a replica of King Tut’s death mask that I purchased at The Met Museum gift shop when I first visited the exhibit in 1978.
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Turqueries en l’Honneur de Monsieur de T by JC Donnadieu is also an interesting design based on a historical event. Archives and documents indicate that members of the French Academy in Rome held a “Turkish masquerade” in 1748 during the carnaval celebrations. The director of the French Academy designed the opulent costumes and left a number of etchings. Donnadieu’s parade of costumed characters, both in 18th century fashion and on exotic eastern dress is based on those original etchings. The central medallion depicts a view of Rome’s St. Peter’s Square filled with visitors and attendees to the celebrations.
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Much as Hubert de Watrigant honored the famous annual Andalusian fair in his Feria de Sevilla, he celebrates the renowned Venetian carnival in Carnaval de Venise, which he designed in 1993. Coteries of masked characters, masks and a view of St.Mark’s Square punctuated by allusions of the gondolas and canals are beautifully depicted.
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Zoe Pauwels’ Premieres Mains was created in 2002 and recreates in concept and style the prehistoric paintings found in the walls of the caves of Lascaux in the Dordogne region of France. Believed to have been created 15,000-12,000 years ago. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is valuable world patrimony and this scarf’s graceful illustration is a beautiful tribute to it and to the exceptional art of the prehistoric people of Europe.
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And, finally, an example of one of Hermès’ most beautiful special editions: Pierre Marie’s Promenade a Versailles. This wonderful carré was issued in 2015 as a special limited edition whose proceeds went to benefit the restoration of the royal apartments of the Palace of Versailles.
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livinglavidafifi, you must have spent quite some time researching and then typing out your post. That was so thoughtful of you, and I enjoyed your post and appreciate it. By the by, I am also your scarf twin on Premieres Mains.

 

[eagle1002us]

Mont Sainct Michel — ah, my problem child scarf as the plisse from the 1990s (I’m told by experienced scarfies) simply doesn’t show off the beautiful design, although I’m learning it does better against a rich, dark background than a light one.
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As for that lovely design, some say 1947 by Hugo Grygkar, others favor 1967 by Pierre Peron. Fontan’s 3d references both, with no photo of the alleged Peron.
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MSM shares tales of the historic site off the coast of Normandy in panels making up the border of the scarf— in the context of the thousands of years surrounding the quasi-island: Druid to Christian religious site, resistance to conquest whether by Rome or William, prison, etc., and now a tourist draw.
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I debate regularly whether to de-plisse or not to de-plisse, hopefully not leading to the Hamlet ending. Meanwhile, ForeverHermes does a nice video overview of the flat twill version on Facebook, dating to last year.
https://www.facebook.com/pg/Forever-Hermes-461247830669732/posts/

It goes very nicely with your tweedy gray jacket, like they were made together.

 

[HermesHope]

Well, this week’s theme could have been made for me! In recent years, I have enjoyed collecting H scarves with a theme of Ancient History because I studied this at University many years ago. I still haven’t found the designs in the right colours and price connected with Ancient Egypt and I am sure that there are some others too, but it has been a fun “journey” so far.



Clockwise from the larger image:

1) Persepolis - motifs from Ancient Persia.
2) Les Secrets de Minos - with the beautiful art work from Ancient Crete.
3) Musique des Dieux - instruments and patterns showing Ancient Greek musicians and dancers in the black figure vase style.
4) Promenade de Platon - showing Ancient Greek sport and my first ever H scarf. So beautifully described in the opening post by Fifi!
5) Mare Nostrum - this time the scarf uses art from the Ancient Roman Empire.
6) Escales Mediterranéenes - not strictly a scarf about the ancient world, but some buildings and motifs are used from the Ancient World, especially the vases on the four corners. My first Masters Degree looked at Ancient Greek furniture as depicted on these amazing vases!

By the way, all of these scarves and the rest of my small collection are described in more detail on my website - link below.

Finally, I would like to wish you all a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year! May you all, your families and friends have a wonderful time xxx

 

[Living.la.vida.fifi]

Thank you!


Wow! Great examples!

Thanks so much!

Voyage de P was at the sales??? Wow. I almost never see it on evilbay, etc.

There is a gorgeous one listed right now on TRR. I wish I could get it, but I am deep in Ban Island

I passed over it when I saw it at the boutique. Then @ABQ2ATL showed her lovely Voyade de P on SOTD, and I found one at the Sale


So red, so you, so gorgeous!!!!


Love all the scarves you are showing this week, fifi!

Thank you so much!

What a wonderful post, Fifi. All scarves are incredible, but I adore the Premieres Mains and Promenade a Versailles.

Thank you so much!

Monday evolved into a two-shawl day with A la Gloire de Guillaume CSGM in all its purpley, golden goodness, featuring here King Harold and that crazy falcon he carried everywhere, apparently, per the Bayeux Tapistry.
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Oh my! It is fantastic as a shawl and in this glorious CW, which I feel is wonderful for the design

This is just perfect for you, our Red Queen!
(I bet you hugged all your red beauties after last week - I wore a red gav myself on Sunday! )

< faints >
Yowza! All are just amazing! I love that orange hem on CdV!

Thanks so much!

Happy Christmas Eve Silkies, Wonderful intro @Living.la.vida.fifi ! You’ve been a marvelous scarf mistress along with @Cookiefiend , @xincinsin and @bunnycat . Thank you to all of you for scarf theme hosting each week and keeping this thread so active and fun throughout the year!

Though I love historical themes, it’s not been a major part of my scarf collection sadly. But there are many historical motifs that are featured, especially in some Asian themed silks.

Sharing a few with you, Versailles

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Early America
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La Femme
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So mych love for Samourais
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Equitation Japonaise
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New to me Ballade de Heian -
2009 Hermes Ballade de Heian Silk Twill Scarf by Natsuno Hidaka celebrates The Heian period of Japanese history, running from 794 to 1185. This period is especially important to Japanese culture because it is the period when Confucianism and other Chinese influences were at their height. Heian means "peace and tranquility". This period, named after Heian-kyō (Kyoto), is also considered the peak of the Japanese imperial court and noted for the arts, especially poetry and literature
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And for my Chrismas silk wishes to you all for a beautiful Christmas and New Year, Noel au Fauborg 24.

Thank you so very much! And, you do have many silks for the week’s theme! I always love seeing your glorious Ballade de Heian and Pytheas... True treasures

Joyeux noël, everyone! My father-in-law is hosting carollers tonight, so I'm wearing a cutesey holiday shirt with my Noel au Faubourg.
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And for this week's theme, this was my SOTD at the office this morning: Ich Dien, issued for the fairytale Charles and Diana wedding, and now symbolic to me of the clash between fantasy and reality. I wore the purple cw today.
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Ooooh, all gorgeous! But, I had never seen a purple Ich Dien... Amazing

Mont Sainct Michel — ah, my problem child scarf as the plisse from the 1990s (I’m told by experienced scarfies) simply doesn’t show off the beautiful design, although I’m learning it does better against a rich, dark background than a light one.
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As for that lovely design, some say 1947 by Hugo Grygkar, others favor 1967 by Pierre Peron. Fontan’s 3d references both, with no photo of the alleged Peron.
View attachment 4622556
MSM shares tales of the historic site off the coast of Normandy in panels making up the border of the scarf— in the context of the thousands of years surrounding the quasi-island: Druid to Christian religious site, resistance to conquest whether by Rome or William, prison, etc., and now a tourist draw.
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I debate regularly whether to de-plisse or not to de-plisse, hopefully not leading to the Hamlet ending. Meanwhile, ForeverHermes does a nice video overview of the flat twill version on Facebook, dating to last year.
https://www.facebook.com/pg/Forever-Hermes-461247830669732/posts/

Your Mont St Michel is a treasure. I would never remove the pleats.... Gorfeous!

No historic scarves today — heading to the in laws for Christmas and skiing. Quadrige Perforé.

One of my fav scarves on you!