Another great example for this week is Couvertures et Tenues de Jour. It showcases 10 horses in a grid, each covered with a different blanket of varying patterns. You can see a picture of the original issue from 1962
here. A true classic, it has since been reinvented multiple times in different formats.
I own two modern reinterpretations of this design. One is the straightforward bandana CSGM version. The bandana motifs give the classic equestrian scarf a fresh new edge. The design is simplified down to a minimalist 2-3 colors. And I love the bright red contrast hem of my CW - it was the reason I bought it. (From what I know, contrast hems are modern, yes? Most classic designs I've seen had hems that were the same color as the border.)
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I also have another interpretation of this classic design. Although i have never seen anything online to confirm this, I'm pretty sure Gianpaolo Pagni used Couvertures as his inspiration when he created Garde-Robe Pop, which features a similar array of horses in a grid covered in blankets of varying patterns. He omitted the central medallion, which to me is a rather dated design element. This helps draw the focus to the patterns of the blankets, which are echoed in the stripes and polka dots in the background. A perfectly modern, pop art reimagining of the classic scarf!
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