For some scarves, it also uses different types of yarns such as a mix of cashmere and silk, but never never never polyester! Classic carré scarves are made of 100% pure silk and this must be “ epaisse” (rich, thick, full-bodied). Hermes uses only the finest materials for their scarves. It you can opt for a pre-loved or a second-hand scarf, here are some details to watch out for in order not to fall into scams. ‘The perfume of luxury is the smell of dreams’ Thierry Hermès Hermes scarves are true masterpiece of art and style and owning one, especially vintage, with that splendid heavy and strong silk of the past, is a precious asset. What makes Hermes scarves so special is certainly the lengthy craftsmanship that often require s more than a year and a half of labor for skilled craftsmen to create them. The first printed silk carré (in the classic version 90cm × 90cm size), was produced in Lyon in 1937 and named “Jeu des Omnibus et Dames Blanches” by Hugo Grygkar. The Hermès scarf was born in 1935 from an idea of Emile Hermès, who was inspired by the “ mouchoir de cou “, the neckerchief of the Napoleonic soldiers.įrom this idea and from the meeting with Marcel Gandit, a great weaver from Lyon, the famous silk square scarf was born. However, the most famous scarves in the world, that is to say those of Hermès, are extremely sought after and for this reason they have been imitated. The scarves are a niche accessory, usually not often imitated (due to the printing and raw materials that are very expensive). Let’s see some little tricks to recognize an authentic Hermes silk scarf. Elegant and timeless, it is designed to correct or enhance any outfit by creating a refined and surprising look.

A Hermes scarf is a true masterpiece of art.