Scarves Scarf of the Day 2022 - Which Hermès scarf are you wearing today?

[LKBNOLA]

Good day, dear Scarfies,
Happy Sunday and the final day of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Hosting this week will be a hard act to follow after @Cookiefiend ’s stellar captaining of our silky ship. Cookie, your daily offerings and thoughtful comments were delightful and inspiring, and relating the story of how you acquired your Voitures Exquises was the frosting on the cake! I also want to offer an appreciation and shoutout to everyone who participated with your own silk treasures. Your offerings and comments are equally delightful and inspiring. This forum is such a joy and it’s because of YOU!

Take a Chance on Me!
Step Out of Your Comfort Zone in Design, Colour or Style!

Who hasn’t been faced with a sartorial choice that requires a leap of faith, to trust your own instincts and follow them? I remember a pair of high-heeled pumps that I bought when I was about 22 which I deemed impractical but essential . Oh, they were gorgeous. A deep winey red snakeskin, they were far more elegant than my wardrobe at the time. But they turned out to be very versatile. I wore them with everything. Touches of deep red, burgundy with navy or black, even with straight-leg jeans, they provided a bit of elegance and a pop of color. And as my wardrobe grew, they became even more essential. I wish I had a photo of them. I wore them for years.

Back to scarves. I took a chance on this colorway and I have never regretted it. I always loved the all-turquoise cw, but when I managed to find it, I was underwhelmed. Also, it was in poorer condition than described so back
it went. So I reconsidered this cw, which I originally thought too bright. But this beauty has enough turquoise to temper the bright green, and enough to satisfy me. Also the touches of gold, greys and taupes are such pretty accent colors. And it’s such a bright and happy green! Finally, this scarf turned out to be the perfect choice because I acquired it from a tPF member, which makes it all the more special to me. And my brother had sent me a monetary gift, which I applied towards the purchase of it which makes it even more special - , bro!
Here is my final tribute to Her Majesty the Queen on her Platinum Jubilee, Les Normands by Philippe Ledoux, commemorating the Norman Conquest, a watershed in English history. Paired with a pearl and sterling silver torsade and Tara brooch (the decorative border reminds me of these pennanular designs).
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Let’s see you take yourselves out of your comfort zones this week and show us your “I took a chance” beauties!

Another lovely intro and another beautiful scarf to set us on our thematic way @Karenska! Although now I have that ABBA song stuck in my head! And many many thanks to @Cookiefiend for hosting last week. I could not participate as much as I would have liked while on the road but I truly enjoyed relaxing after a long day of driving and liking and loving everyone's wonderful posts and mod shots. I especially enjoyed all the silk homages to the Queen in her Jubilee week.

What a wonderful week we had last week with @Cookiefiend and our detailed scarves. I especially enjoyed the details of how you obtained your Platinum Jubilee scarf. And, I'm looking forward to @Karenska and more stories of our more difficult scarves. I'm especially delighted to hear you are still loving that Les Normands. It looks amazing on you.

Today I’m wearing Regina, which was the Queen's Jubilee scarf in 2002. I purchased this scarf and it sat until we had a sleeper scarf week and then out it came. I am thrilled to own it, but I tend to wear my red Regina more often. As I go through my scarf collection I find that light blue scarves don't get worn as much as other colors. So, I'm more cautious now about which scarves I get in blue. This special blue scarf is a keeper, however.

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The Queen owns this scarf in a different colorway, and I attempted to duplicate the headscarf orientation from this photo today.

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A closeup of the flower petals and the leaves next to it show this is the same design.

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My SOTD is the 2002 Golden Jubilee Regina.

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And, since I haven't worn headscarves since I was a child, here is a bias fold for today.

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Well I think your Regina is simply lovely and you look beautiful in both your headshot photos @Redbirdhermes!

As today is the final day of the platinum jubilee celebration - this is a throwback pic wearng dans un jardin anglais in st James’ park View attachment 5419214

So beautiful and a perfect scarf on site @scarf1 -- I love seeing this coveted design in natural light, too.

Oh, lovely, scarf! I’ll join in with an archive shot as I forgot about my twilly.
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The twilly is so very charming @Karenska.

Well this is an easy one… FdC in yellow…the one and only yellow item in my closet!

I hope it does not remain the lonely yellow in your scarf collection-- it looks wonderful on you and Hermes has some fabulous yellows @Teaforparrots!

It was only my second day on the forum in June 2020 when I stopped to admire this red Jungle Love Tatouage (Tattoo) on @CanuckBagLover . At the time I felt that scarves with more colors were a better value than single color scarves. It is my casual observation that the more complex colorways of a particular design come out first, then simpler colorways appear later in the design run. (Mountain Zebra and La Patisserie Francaise are two examples.)

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But, I still love this scarf, so two years later I have finally succumbed. Introducing my red jacquard Jungle Love Tatouage (Tattoo).

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This looks fabulous. I agree with @eagle1002us that this combination really works with your coloring. What a wonderful scarf, too. I often eye this design when I see it but the red is elusive-- at least I think it is! Congratulations on adding another beauty to your collection @Redbirdhermes! (PS I would love to know your storage and record keeping system!)

A scarf that I’ve many many times considered putting in the re-home pile is Mythes et Metamorphosis … “it’s too pink, is it the funny shade of pink I don’t like (there is one shade), the blue is too icy, I have so many pink scarves ()”…
Until one fateful night in 2020 when I discovered the pink is the exact same shade as my favorite French Rosé - woot!! I never ask myself those questions now, but I do try to wear it so that I don’t show too much of the icy blue - except for today - for the benefit of Scarflandia…
You’re welcome!

These three are archive photos:
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This is SOTD - so frosty!
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Well, I am so glad you plucked it off the re-home pile @Cookiefiend! I think it looks beautiful and I don't see the problem with the "icy blue" and your coloring but I know those are very personal opinions! I used to avoid orange at all costs (except perhaps its pale cousin peach or salmon) and now I have warmed up to it ( )

I see what you mean about the shade of pink, but it does look amazing with your white shirt and blue-gray jacket. My other hesitation is the white hem. I have a lifelong worry about white showing dirt faster, so I try to avoid colorways with white hems. It is a real dilemma when my favorite colorway in a design is the one with the white hem. What to do, what to do?????

I absolutely avoid white hems! I can’t bear the idea that they would become anything other than pristine. Some of my wellloved scarves - you can see the ‘handling soiling’ - just use. Given that! @Cookiefiend! Your scarf is gorgeous and pristine!!

Thank you! This particular shade of pink is so changeable- I noticed that all of these photos don’t really show the true color - it’s much pinker than these picture show!
As for the white hems - well… so far so good!
Life is messy - I have kids, a granddaughter, a dog, a full life… stuff happens! I managed to keep tomato juice off the scarf (but not my blouse or placemat) tonight, so I’m counting that as a win!
Life is short too - what’s more important? A spotless white hem, or a delicious tomato sammich?

Thank you sweetheart!

Thank you! But they are meant to be worn and loved, like The Velveteen Rabbit - maybe they count themselves loved if they have a few spots ❤

Thank you Eagle!
looking at these photos, the actual color is more vibrant than shown… Imma find my insta photo tha5 show the color better… BRB!

Can I say thank goodness I am not alone!I too, do not like white hems, I feel they can make a scarf look dingy if they get the slightest bit of dirt or age, but like RedBirdH some of my favorite CWs have had a white hem. I have now stopped purchasing the CWs with a white hem, but have kept the ones that I do own. But now I try to make a conscious effort to find a smilier CW or another design that does not have a white hem to satisfy the colors I like. thankfully with H colour scheme you can find another design in a similar CW that hopefully does not have a white hem.

I am just going to have to be a happy contrarian on the white hem debate. I love them! I do take your points @Redbirdhermes, @Karenska and @Julide but I feel as @Cookiefiend does-- and I have washed pre-loved scarves with white hems and rescued them form the perils of dinge. I love both white and black hems for the strong contrast that each provide and a white hem is no deterrent to this scarf addict!

 

[LKBNOLA]

Both Carrosses d'or and Jaguar Quetzal are examples of surprise 'take a chance' purchases for me. I usually study all of the designs and colorways and carefully select new items for my growing collection. I like to process as part of the fun. However, I've now learned to make room for items that just catch my eye. The first couple of times that happened I told myself to walk away and I ended up going back for those items within a day or two. Life lesson to make room for the unexpected! I have no regrets.

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Both lovely on you @Barbette! You are deservedly happy with your unexpected beauties!

 

[Karenska]

Both Carrosses d'or and Jaguar Quetzal are examples of surprise 'take a chance' purchases for me. I usually study all of the designs and colorways and carefully select new items for my growing collection. I like to process as part of the fun. However, I've now learned to make room for items that just catch my eye. The first couple of times that happened I told myself to walk away and I ended up going back for those items within a day or two. Life lesson to make room for the unexpected! I have no regrets.

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These are just lovely, Barbette. And I love how you tied your JQ twilly. The scarf ring is perfect.

 

[LKBNOLA]

I am going to weigh in with a 2022 SS purchase that almost deterred me. Not because of a white hem but because in this cw the design has no contrast hem! As my collection has grown I have found myself increasingly drawn to the contrast hem, especially on all-over designs (those with no internal borders setting off a center). Plumets et Panaches in black and white was my favorite of the cws but I so wished it had a contrast black hem! Even so, I took the plunge because I badly wanted the design and Manlik is the next artist I will be collecting. Finally, I really wanted a black and white scarf. So here it is. Now I don't mind the lack of a contrast hem at all because the scarf is its own contrast when paired with dark colors and patterns!

 

[Redbirdhermes]

I try to avoid certain colors in my scarves and clothing that I have found don't flatter me. Hot pink must be avoided, oranges are problematic, especially the coral shades, and the worst are scarves that feature hot pink and bright orange together. So, while I absolutely loved this colorway of Etude Pour un Iris-Arc-en-Ciel in mousseline, it was concerning because it has all those colors. But, it also has lilac, red, and navy which I love, so I gave it a chance.





I adore mousseline scarves, and I'm keeping this beauty.

Etude Pour un Iris-Arc en Ciel as worn today.



And, here it is worn with yesterday's bright top.

 

[Agrume]

Good day, dear Scarfies,
Happy Sunday and the final day of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Hosting this week will be a hard act to follow after @Cookiefiend ’s stellar captaining of our silky ship. Cookie, your daily offerings and thoughtful comments were delightful and inspiring, and relating the story of how you acquired your Voitures Exquises was the frosting on the cake! I also want to offer an appreciation and shoutout to everyone who participated with your own silk treasures. Your offerings and comments are equally delightful and inspiring. This forum is such a joy and it’s because of YOU!

Take a Chance on Me!
Step Out of Your Comfort Zone in Design, Colour or Style!

Who hasn’t been faced with a sartorial choice that requires a leap of faith, to trust your own instincts and follow them? I remember a pair of high-heeled pumps that I bought when I was about 22 which I deemed impractical but essential . Oh, they were gorgeous. A deep winey red snakeskin, they were far more elegant than my wardrobe at the time. But they turned out to be very versatile. I wore them with everything. Touches of deep red, burgundy with navy or black, even with straight-leg jeans, they provided a bit of elegance and a pop of color. And as my wardrobe grew, they became even more essential. I wish I had a photo of them. I wore them for years.

Back to scarves. I took a chance on this colorway and I have never regretted it. I always loved the all-turquoise cw, but when I managed to find it, I was underwhelmed. Also, it was in poorer condition than described so back
it went. So I reconsidered this cw, which I originally thought too bright. But this beauty has enough turquoise to temper the bright green, and enough to satisfy me. Also the touches of gold, greys and taupes are such pretty accent colors. And it’s such a bright and happy green! Finally, this scarf turned out to be the perfect choice because I acquired it from a tPF member, which makes it all the more special to me. And my brother had sent me a monetary gift, which I applied towards the purchase of it which makes it even more special - , bro!
Here is my final tribute to Her Majesty the Queen on her Platinum Jubilee, Les Normands by Philippe Ledoux, commemorating the Norman Conquest, a watershed in English history. Paired with a pearl and sterling silver torsade and Tara brooch (the decorative border reminds me of these pennanular designs).
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Let’s see you take yourselves out of your comfort zones this week and show us your “I took a chance” beauties!

Thank you, awesome intro and accompanying scarf, Karenska!

What a wonderful week we had last week with @Cookiefiend and our detailed scarves. I especially enjoyed the details of how you obtained your Platinum Jubilee scarf. And, I'm looking forward to @Karenska and more stories of our more difficult scarves. I'm especially delighted to hear you are still loving that Les Normands. It looks amazing on you.

Today I’m wearing Regina, which was the Queen's Jubilee scarf in 2002. I purchased this scarf and it sat until we had a sleeper scarf week and then out it came. I am thrilled to own it, but I tend to wear my red Regina more often. As I go through my scarf collection I find that light blue scarves don't get worn as much as other colors. So, I'm more cautious now about which scarves I get in blue. This special blue scarf is a keeper, however.

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The Queen owns this scarf in a different colorway, and I attempted to duplicate the headscarf orientation from this photo today.

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A closeup of the flower petals and the leaves next to it show this is the same design.

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My SOTD is the 2002 Golden Jubilee Regina.

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And, since I haven't worn headscarves since I was a child, here is a bias fold for today.

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Well done!

As today is the final day of the platinum jubilee celebration - this is a throwback pic wearng dans un jardin anglais in st James’ park View attachment 5419214

Hello twin, and on site, great!

A scarf that I’ve many many times considered putting in the re-home pile is Mythes et Metamorphosis … “it’s too pink, is it the funny shade of pink I don’t like (there is one shade), the blue is too icy, I have so many pink scarves ()”…
Until one fateful night in 2020 when I discovered the pink is the exact same shade as my favorite French Rosé - woot!! I never ask myself those questions now, but I do try to wear it so that I don’t show too much of the icy blue - except for today - for the benefit of Scarflandia…
You’re welcome!

These three are archive photos:
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This is SOTD - so frosty!
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It's a beautiful scarf, do keep it!

Both Carrosses d'or and Jaguar Quetzal are examples of surprise 'take a chance' purchases for me. I usually study all of the designs and colorways and carefully select new items for my growing collection. I like to process as part of the fun. However, I've now learned to make room for items that just catch my eye. The first couple of times that happened I told myself to walk away and I ended up going back for those items within a day or two. Life lesson to make room for the unexpected! I have no regrets.

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very pretty looks!

I am going to weigh in with a 2022 SS purchase that almost deterred me. Not because of a white hem but because in this cw the design has no contrast hem! As my collection has grown I have found myself increasingly drawn to the contrast hem, especially on all-over designs (those with no internal borders setting off a center). Plumets et Panaches in black and white was my favorite of the cws but I so wished it had a contrast black hem! Even so, I took the plunge because I badly wanted the design and Manlik is the next artist I will be collecting. Finally, I really wanted a black and white scarf. So here it is. Now I don't mind the lack of a contrast hem at all because the scarf is its own contrast when paired with dark colors and patterns!
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wonderful, with the pink scarf ring as spot of colour!

 

[Iflola]

What a wonderful week we had last week with @Cookiefiend and our detailed scarves. I especially enjoyed the details of how you obtained your Platinum Jubilee scarf. And, I'm looking forward to @Karenska and more stories of our more difficult scarves. I'm especially delighted to hear you are still loving that Les Normands. It looks amazing on you.

Today I’m wearing Regina, which was the Queen's Jubilee scarf in 2002. I purchased this scarf and it sat until we had a sleeper scarf week and then out it came. I am thrilled to own it, but I tend to wear my red Regina more often. As I go through my scarf collection I find that light blue scarves don't get worn as much as other colors. So, I'm more cautious now about which scarves I get in blue. This special blue scarf is a keeper, however.

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The Queen owns this scarf in a different colorway, and I attempted to duplicate the headscarf orientation from this photo today.

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A closeup of the flower petals and the leaves next to it show this is the same design.

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My SOTD is the 2002 Golden Jubilee Regina.

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And, since I haven't worn headscarves since I was a child, here is a bias fold for today.

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perfection!

 

[Agrume]

SOTD is Palio di Siena, I love the centre of the scarf (and you'll see some efforts to highlight it), but less the broad yellow border. And although I like contrast hems, in this scarf I think I might have preferred a non-contrast hem. I have another cw on its way and consider rehoming this yellow one.

 

[Teaforparrots]

SOTD is Palio di Siena, I love the centre of the scarf (and you'll see some efforts to highlight it), but less the broad yellow border. And although I like contrast hems, in this scarf I think I might have preferred a non-contrast hem. I have another cw on its way and consider rehoming this yellow one.

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I have admired that scarf on you and wondered whether I could pull it off!

 

[Teaforparrots]

I hope it does not remain the lonely yellow in your scarf collection-- it looks wonderful on you and Hermes has some fabulous yellows @Teaforparrots!

Thank you! So far certain of the Hermès yellows have been much better for me than anyone else's yellows

 

[Karenska]

I am going to weigh in with a 2022 SS purchase that almost deterred me. Not because of a white hem but because in this cw the design has no contrast hem! As my collection has grown I have found myself increasingly drawn to the contrast hem, especially on all-over designs (those with no internal borders setting off a center). Plumets et Panaches in black and white was my favorite of the cws but I so wished it had a contrast black hem! Even so, I took the plunge because I badly wanted the design and Manlik is the next artist I will be collecting. Finally, I really wanted a black and white scarf. So here it is. Now I don't mind the lack of a contrast hem at all because the scarf is its own contrast when paired with dark colors and patterns!
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Just lovely and the pink ring just makes it, LKB. Black and white is so wonderful.

 

[Karenska]

SOTD is Palio di Siena, I love the centre of the scarf (and you'll see some efforts to highlight it), but less the broad yellow border. And although I like contrast hems, in this scarf I think I might have preferred a non-contrast hem. I have another cw on its way and consider rehoming this yellow one.

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That’s very bright and fun, Agrume. I love it.

 

[Lellabelle]

I try to avoid certain colors in my scarves and clothing that I have found don't flatter me. Hot pink must be avoided, oranges are problematic, especially the coral shades, and the worst are scarves that feature hot pink and bright orange together. So, while I absolutely loved this colorway of Etude Pour un Iris-Arc-en-Ciel in mousseline, it was concerning because it has all those colors. But, it also has lilac, red, and navy which I love, so I gave it a chance.

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I adore mousseline scarves, and I'm keeping this beauty.

Etude Pour un Iris-Arc en Ciel as worn today.

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And, here it is worn with yesterday's bright top.

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this looks great on you, @Redbirdhermes ! I don’t see any need for fear with these colours. Perhaps it is the balance between warm and cool tones in this particular palette, but I find it very flattering.
I too struggle with oranges and certain pinks, so I understand your dilemma. I can’t do peach, or tangerine, or salmon, most pastels, or anything in the citrus spectrum! It makes me look like a ghoul! This scarf is a beauty though, and wears very well on you. It would be fabulous with your one of your light blue, or teal, tops…

 

[Croisette7]

SOTD is Palio di Siena, I love the centre of the scarf (and you'll see some efforts to highlight it), but less the broad yellow border. And although I like contrast hems, in this scarf I think I might have preferred a non-contrast hem. I have another cw on its way and consider rehoming this yellow one.

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I like it on you, Agrume!

 

[Karenska]

Took a chance but I don’t think I like it - thoughts, anyone? I know the lighting isn’t good. My mod shots are not good lately. ZP GT