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Bohemian Wanderlust

Sometimes a scarf conjures a mood. For me this one recalls images from the 1970’s of terribly chic women lounging on a yacht in Greece or on the French Riviera. Sexy, hedonistic and carefree. A little Lauren Hutton, Talitha Getty and Jerry Hall all in one. The simplicity of the batik-like artwork is lovely…
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Pucci Star

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Butterfly Patterns

I scored this vintage Gucci scarf a couple of months ago – love it! I think it is from the 1970’s. Featuring a grid layout of different butterflies, it is a riot of colors and patterns. It got me to thinking about other great patterns of butterflies on fabrics, wallpapers and in fashion.…
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Spring! Pucci!

A recent find – I love this bright and crisp cotton scarf by Pucci. I’ve learned that it was designed in the 1970’s and is titled “Westinghouse.”
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A Very Merry Christmas – Vintage Pucci Scarf

One of my best finds/scores ever is this Pucci handkerchief. Emilio Pucci made these every year from 1950-1988 and sent them to his friends as a Christmas greeting from his wife Cristina and himself. This particular handkerchief is not dated but it says “A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Cristina and Emilio.”…
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Summer Solstice – Vintage Pucci Scarf

Happy Summer Solstice! This vintage Pucci scarf from my collection feels right for the first day of summer 2016.
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Op Art Threads

Vera Neumann’s artwork and scarves are largely identified with painted florals, butterflies and other natural motifs. However there is also a large group of geometrics in her work. I was surprised and thrilled when I spotted this scarf and purchased it not too long ago. I hadn’t ever seen a scarf like this by…
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Pucci

Pucci. The name is synonymous with bold color, incredible patterns and jet set sophistication. Emilio Pucci was a fashion designer with no apparent background in design. He was an Italian aristocrat, living it up in Florence. Pucci designed clothing for the social set that reflected the post-war desire for travel and status symbols. His patterns…
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