Scarves .......... The Spring 2013 scarves ..........

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#214
hmmm athletics, not really my cup of tea or skein of silk rather. then again H always surprises and delights even though the theme sounds dull. really? the olympics? i hope nothing appeals to me, i'll save some money this way then
 
#215
The Karnak mousselline sounds right up my alley - depending on the colours that become available. Even in a dull and damp UK summer the 90 cm twills feel a bit much around my neck ( must learn to use them as clothing then, eh?).

Information very gratefully received!

Veering off topic; did anybody notice the yak's wool frock on hermes.com? I almost feel vindicated!

http://uk.hermes.com/woman/ready-to...ress/configurable-product-292504d4-36075.html

And now, back to scarves.........................
 
#216
Les Tambours said:
The Karnak mousselline sounds right up my alley - depending on the colours that become available. Even in a dull and damp UK summer the 90 cm twills feel a bit much around my neck ( must learn to use them as clothing then, eh?).

Information very gratefully received!

Veering off topic; did anybody notice the yak's wool frock on hermes.com? I almost feel vindicated!

http://uk.hermes.com/woman/ready-to...ress/configurable-product-292504d4-36075.html

And now, back to scarves.........................
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Back off topic ~ I like the dress! Love its simplicity.
Now, back on topic!
 
#219
eagle1002us said:
Forgot to say Sportsmen was courtesy Luxury Scarves.com

As is the 1937 HS, The New Game of Life

http://luxury-scarves.com/_img/hhumanlie_r.jpg

Les Tambours what a magnificent sleuth you are finding that yack dress on H.UK site! I knew yaks/yacks were in!
I wonder if yack hair is soft like cashmere. It must be. If it was coarse, the hair would be used for a rug not apparel.
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I hope no yaks were mistreated in the process of gathering their wool. I'll bet they look pretty silly shorn. Never heard of using yak wool for making cloth. I wonder if Hermes is planning on using it in the GMs instead of cashmere?
 
#220
toujours*chic said:
I hope no yaks were mistreated in the process of gathering their wool. I'll bet they look pretty silly shorn. Never heard of using yak wool for making cloth. I wonder if Hermes is planning on using it in the GMs instead of cashmere?
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Yak cashmere ? Umm.
 
#221
toujours*chic said:
I hope no yaks were mistreated in the process of gathering their wool. I'll bet they look pretty silly shorn. Never heard of using yak wool for making cloth. I wonder if Hermes is planning on using it in the GMs instead of cashmere?
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Interesting question. Yaks are in Tibet which is more or less China. Would yak fiber be less expensive than cashmere?

H could use blends of yak and cashmere. Remember when all these pashminas flooded the market that were all supposed to be made of cashmere?
 
#222
eagle1002us said:
Interesting question. Yaks are in Tibet which is more or less China. Would yak fiber be less expensive than cashmere?

H could use blends of yak and cashmere. Remember when all these pashminas flooded the market that were all supposed to be made of cashmere?
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I do remember the loads of pashminas all over the internet at one time- not that long ago actually. Never bought any of them so have no idea if there is "mystery fiber" in them. Would not be surprised if Hermes starts adding in different wools to their scarf/shawl fabric. Maybe then they won't be so thin...............;)
 
#223
This all started as a bit of a joke with a lumbering animal at the centre of it BUT a little light research reveals that yak's wool is combed from the animal, 20% warmer than merino and - importantly to TPFers - has the luxurious feel of cashmere and resists pilling. It is also unsuitable for mass manufacture so the elements of craft and exclusivity remain. People in the Himalaya and Mongolia are looking for sustainability for their traditional way of life and getting yak's wool out into the wider world is a big opportunity for them - better than tearing up vast swathes of Mongolia for the mineral wealth and leaving water-less scars in the landscape anyway. So, bring on the yak's wool!
 
#224
Les Tambours said:
Veering off topic; did anybody notice the yak's wool frock on hermes.com? I almost feel vindicated!

http://uk.hermes.com/woman/ready-to...ress/configurable-product-292504d4-36075.html

And now, back to scarves.........................
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Gorgeous, and I bet it feels amazing on too

eagle1002us said:
Interesting question. Yaks are in Tibet which is more or less China. Would yak fiber be less expensive than cashmere?

H could use blends of yak and cashmere. Remember when all these pashminas flooded the market that were all supposed to be made of cashmere?
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Eh? I'm not sure all Tibetans would agree with you eagle :rolleyes:

Les Tambours said:
This all started as a bit of a joke with a lumbering animal at the centre of it BUT a little light research reveals that yak's wool is combed from the animal, 20% warmer than merino and - importantly to TPFers - has the luxurious feel of cashmere and resists pilling. It is also unsuitable for mass manufacture so the elements of craft and exclusivity remain. People in the Himalaya and Mongolia are looking for sustainability for their traditional way of life and getting yak's wool out into the wider world is a big opportunity for them - better than tearing up vast swathes of Mongolia for the mineral wealth and leaving water-less scars in the landscape anyway. So, bring on the yak's wool!
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Thank you for the info. That little dress is looking better and better and a shawl may be wonderful with a little of the wool mixed in. Bring on the Yak's wool indeed!
 
#225
Les Tambours said:
This all started as a bit of a joke with a lumbering animal at the centre of it BUT a little light research reveals that yak's wool is combed from the animal, 20% warmer than merino and - importantly to TPFers - has the luxurious feel of cashmere and resists pilling. It is also unsuitable for mass manufacture so the elements of craft and exclusivity remain. People in the Himalaya and Mongolia are looking for sustainability for their traditional way of life and getting yak's wool out into the wider world is a big opportunity for them - better than tearing up vast swathes of Mongolia for the mineral wealth and leaving water-less scars in the landscape anyway. So, bring on the yak's wool!
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Excellent points- couldn't agree more. Yak wool sounds exclusive and warm yet sustainable which is a very good thing!
 
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