Scarves Scarf of The Day 2025 - Which Hermès scarf are you wearing today?

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#5,296
redheaddem said:
My most important rule is to buy only pieces I really really adore and will actually wear.

I prefer:
- colourful (warm) base colours
- designs that really speak to me
- colourful or contrasting or black hems

I tend to avoid
- large borders
- white hems
- natural or grey chine base colours
- extremely classic or extremely cartoonish designs.

I absolutely love cashmere, both the 140 and triangle, and prioritise those because I wear them the most.

I especially love the triangle format for its versatility. They are easy to style for work and casual occasions, and always come in handy.

I love wearing mine close around my neck, but today we walked for hours on the beach and the wind started to hurt my ears, so I tied a bias folded triangle around my head and knotted it in my neck. Warm, comfortable and stylish (or so I tell myself 🤣)

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I am a big fan of the GT and I love how you are showing one more iteration of the versatility of this format. It looks so chic on you @redheaddem! I like your rules too.
 
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#5,297
CedarWaxWing said:
This is such a charming design and these colors are so cheerful @Redbirdhermes. I have it in the dark blue, but these colors are so much more playful. I take your point about house designed scarves, and I agree with it, but I did make an exception for Lettres because I just couldn't stop thinking about the colors and the geometric borders in the vermillion colorway. I kept seeing it on the website and then --it was gone from the website. Gasp! So my SA ordered for me and I am very happy to have it. :yahoo:
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Lettres is a lovely design. And tied, no one can see that it says Hermes. Glad you were able to find it.
 
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#5,298
Helena7 said:
Ha!! Me too, dear Maedi and Hermes Echidna. I’m so so so happy on the beach and enjoying these long awaited holidays. Plus, catching up here with all your beautiful silks. What pleasure! :yahoo: :happydance:
Then an evening walk w DH and one of my beloved scarves. I found that plisse works well here!
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Beautiful picture and toes. Great polish color. It must be fabulous to have a jewelry making girlfriend.
 
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#5,299
HermesEchidna said:
Good morning!!

It is very interesting to read about the rules and priorities of induvidusl collectors - and there are a lot which resonnates with me.
I think my rules changes as my collection, knowledge and inspiration changes.
In the beginning there were very specific designers, themes and grails which almost compelled me to get them, and gradually I look much more at what I actually wear. These are some personal guidelines in random order.
- do I like the colors and motive?
- will it look good when tied?
- cant be too pale or with too large or too repetitive or small pattern - e.g. There are so many lovely designs with tiny flowers which I am certain are not for me. And the very classic motives ditto.
- avoid large borders - I have plenty! But contrast hems are very welcome.
- is there a story behind? Humor? History? Riddles?
- is it too similar to something I already have?
- format: the last year I tried out several new-to-me formats - triangles of different sizes, more cashmeres, mousseline etc - to expand my horizon and to learn which are worth pursuing.
- good bargains are always interesting to look at.
- unless it is very personally meaningfull or special : if I do not wear it, it must move on….(to make new additions possible 😉)

I have two scarves arriving this week which both violate some of the rules, but were interesting anyway, so I must say I am quite relaxed abut it 🤪

Sotd zebra pegasus. An bargain from early collection days, bold colors, great designer - a little bit too large motive, but everything else is a yes from me 🦓
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Wish you a sunny day (but keep out of it - as I did not do yesterday 🫣)
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@HermesEchidna This statement of yours really resonated for me: "I think my rules change as my collection, knowledge and inspiration changes." I feel the same -- my rules have also at times changed based on the same variables. I have a "no broad borders" rule but in December/January I was feeling very inspired about some vintage and classic designs and in the process, welcomed many broad borders into my collection. A preponderance of those borders are navy, so my newest rule is "no more broad navy borders" - a rule that will surely be broken again at some point. :lol:
 
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#5,300
FA73 said:
Ah, rules...

Here are mine:

1- I collect only three themes: world cultures (costumes, myths, rituals, folklore), nature (biodiversity, gardens, landscapes, representation of animals in art etc.), and scientific explorers and voyagers. I have been able to abide by these rules, have to resist very hard when I desire a scarf not falling into these categories (Les toits de Paris would be one.. fortunately, resistance has not been needed since I never came across one that was affordable...)

2 - I used to have a rule of no multiples of the same design, which became no multiples in the same format of the same design, which became, ok whatever. I now have four exceptions to this rule (Aline Honoré (surprise!)'s Parure de samouraïs, Sieste au paradis and Au coeur de la vie and now Pavement). The new rule is, no more than two of the same design.

3 - For me, a Hermès scarf is a carré, so no triangle or twilly or rectangle (making rules to restrict the buying really). Only 140 and 90. I have only one plissé, which was a gift.

4 - The key words are meaningful, love, and wear. I need to like the design flat and tied, not too busy, not too empty, not too classic, not too futuristic, not too figurative, not too abstract. Then the usual suspects: fill the void, colors that work, avoid large borders.

5 - When something does not work, as it usually happens when I stray from the rules, rehome and don't look back. I did so with a praised Acte III that absolutely did not work for me.

So here are two rule breakers:

Expéditions polaires françaises - Missions Paul-Emile Victor. I don't particularly care for the design - very classic, the size of the dogs, lots of blank spaces - so I seldom wear it. But I had to have it as Hermès honors a major explorer, Paul-Emile Victor, whom I deeply admire. And also, this scarf found me, I believe in signs.

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The other one is this Cavaliers du Caucase, I think it was my first CSGM. Absolutely love the theme, the warm orange and the lavender. Tied, it is beautiful but I find the design messy and too busy. I did not like the feeling of slight annoyance each time I looked at it. So I rehomed it. It did not sell and sat on the consignment site for over 200 days. I finally asked for it to be shipped back with the idea of selling it elsewhere. I looked at it and liked it again. For now, it stays.

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@FA73 A warm chuckle emerged from me as I read that you now like your Cavaliers du Casse after having tried to sell it for so long. Our tastes, inspirations, and points of appreciation can change - per what @HermesEchnida referenced. I know I've felt that way a few times with scarves. I think it's so cool that you collect explorers scarves - we've discussed that before and I didn't know about your other two categories. Thank you for sharing!
 
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#5,303
Jereni said:
My scarf rules have certainly evolved since I started all this but have stabilized of late.

I typically avoid:
  • Large borders, esp white
  • Super vif colors - they compete too much with my coloring / make my hair look dull, etc.
  • Scarves with lots of blank space - ESPECIALLY when there is an intricate middle, then blank space around it… BdG BdG BdG BdG…
  • ^Related, designs that are particularly unbalanced in some way. Drives me nuts when there’s like one corner that’s strangely blank and I have to avoid it.
  • Playful, cartoony designs in very playful colorways. I always like these in theory but they tend to make me feel like I’m wearing nursery room wallpaper.
  • Scarves with only two colors. This may be weird, but I just like being able to pair a scarf with more than 2 colors in my wardrobe, otherwise it can feel kind of limiting.
  • Classic, equestrian designs (usually)

My ‘Go’ rules:
  • It’s one of my grails!
  • It’s an Alice Shirley or Annie Faivre in a flattering cw.
  • Evenly distributed pattern that’s not too big or too small.
  • Jewel tone, emerald-y greens - resistance is fairly futile! Good thing there aren’t many of them.
  • Animals, plants and trees, landscapes.

Today with Cheval Sirene … this one breaks a couple rules. Got some imbalance to the design and I think of it as mainly two colors.

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@Jereni it's just always a joy to see what you do with your scarves and colors. These "two" colors are so perfect for you, no wonder you broke your rules! This tie is one of my favorite go-tos. So easy. I'm noting that you may have twisted the proximal part of the scarf which thins the swathes of silk as they intersect with the CdA. Did I get that right? And your way of leaving space for your amazing collection of necklaces to show through provides such an elegant look. I like your rules, as well. Great post. :yahoo:
 
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#5,305
darkstar66 said:
Hello and good morning,
As for the seasonal designs, the collection available at the boutiques, I sometimes, however rarely, have a coup de foudre for a design. A bolt of lightning strucks me and I know if this love at first sight feeling doesn't go away after perhaps a week, I should buy it because otherwise I will have eternal regrets. 😄 But for me, it has to be this design in that specific cw. When H still issued the little booklets, I would choose my favourite and try it on in a boutique. Mostly it was what I had hoped for but not always. My last coup de foudre was Les Douze Léopards and then from the same season Brandebourgs Fleuris. Since then, some designs have had crush potential for me (Jaguar et Colibri, Tulipomanie, Precious Paradise, Carnaval des Animaux and some more) but either the design or the cws didn't work for me. This season, Esope and Thalassa could be candidates, but from a post by @Croisette7 (thank you!) I was reminded that it is essential to try them on first.View attachment 6164752View attachment 6164753View attachment 6164754
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Dear Darkstar, so perfectly paired w that violet. I had same ‘crushes’, Brandebourg and Les Douze that season. Which cw of Les Douze did you get? Sisters w you on this one. It was my second choice. I love the red and pink together.
AnnaE said:
I try not to buy similar scarves, but I have this Eleftheria in both yellow (what I am wearing) and orange…
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AnnaE, stunning on You!
I love Elefteria. With that one, all my ‘rules’ went out the window. 😂
Are you summer or spring? I don’t know what I am or how to figure that out, but I see you in colours that I often go for!
HermesEchidna said:
Good morning!!

Trial and error have made one rule for me which I try and follow: stick to known formats which I know how to wear.

But time and again Something cute at a good price lure me from my principles. And on arrival teach me that the rule was there for a reason.

Examples of ‘adventure purchases’:

Duck or rabbit 45x45 - too small for me to tie but adorable
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Triangle Tiger Royal - also adorable, but did I need more light pink scsrves?
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Jersey silk triangle - feels like whipped cream but nearly impossible to tie
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Maxi twilly. And an addition to our Brazil examples. I love all that silk, but where do I put it?
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And - as this was the last I tried on - this is my sotd. A 70x70 Savanna dance. Also a bit small but Lovely colors and good when it is a hot day - and today looks like it is going to be
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Wish you a nice square 90x90 day!!!
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HE, agreed on 90x90!! ❤️🙌
I have only two 70 and rarely go for them. Will have to wait for summer!
Croisette7 said:
some pics from the archive MP coloriage

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i love that with your green top, Croisette 😍

LKBNOLA said:
Forgive the double post today, friends! After tomorrow, I will be absent from Scarflandia for a time. Even though I still will wear my scarves every day, real life demands are going to require a hiatus from my daily participation on this thread. :rolleyes: You are all so nice to indulge my rambling burblings and babblings-- I will miss the eye candy and the fun and hope to stop by as I can.
Meantime, when I began collecting, I organized my acquisitions by artist-- it was just a way to lend some order to what was otherwise often just "Acute Scarf Acquisition Syndrome." Recently I completed all the designs I wanted of an artist whose whimsical style and charming subject matter really resonated with me. My five older grandchildren have each pursued music, dance and riding passions and I chose these so that I would always have the appropriately-themed design to wear to their concerts, shows, recitals and events. And since I love being a spectator/attendee, Soiree de Gala, the last one in my Clerc "family" is also perfect!
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Have a lovely time with your grandchildren, dear LKBNOLA. ❤️We’ll miss you. Thanks for sharing Jean Louis Clerc designs. I got 4 of them not realizing it’s the same artist till now. No wonder🤔
Archive shot w Soirée de Gala when I was just trying new- for me, knots with a plain tee.
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#5,306
darkstar66 said:
Hello and good morning,
Super interesting theme and thank you for your very helpful and thoughtful insights so far. First, I am not a collector, I buy what I love. For me, there are not so many rules, the most important one being that I have to love a scarf, liking it isn't enough. I have a budget for luxury, so this sets limits to my craving which is not bad. Mr. Agrume's principles are very practical and quite plausible, I think. Only for me they are difficult to put into practise. The Swiss market is very small, we have 9 million inhabitants. If I want to sell something outside of Switzerland (we are not part of the EC), customs fees and handling by the shipping company has to be paid by the buyer, which adds about 30% on the original price. Very unrealistic for me to sell, so I have to try to sell on the local market. Lately I sold my Les Tambours for a bit more than 100 Euro. You see my limits. Ah, I forgot to mention that the same applies of course to me, if I buy something outside of Switzerland = approx. + 20% So, here is my Brazil détail and my second Brazil, the regular one.View attachment 6164159View attachment 6164160View attachment 6164161View attachment 6164162
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I appreciate that you explained what you are up against @darkstar66! Early on I passed up some scarves I wish I'd bought not realizing that there was a robust aftermarket in the US. I was too afraid of making a mistake. These Brazil's are both fantastic on you! You have such great style.
 
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