Japanese designer Julien David just launched a range of silk foulard printed scarves exclusively at Colette. The scarves are made in the North of Japan with expert craftsmanship and the softest matte twills, they range from four to five hundred dollars approximately. For Colette, David gave up his colorful sneaker, trucks and personage prints which are lively without losing that coveted "forever" status. Word is that he traveled to every major city to make sure his designs landed at the best stores in time for spring. So far, online, Colette is dominating. Click on the title link to see his range of exclusives for the French retailer.
From left: Baha Blockprinted stole $180, Dimona Blockprinted scarf $180, Chesil Blockprinted stole $205
If we've learned anything from sites like The Sartorialist and Garance Dore, it's that wearing a scarf will get you a lot of attention. Tie it in a creative way, wear with your favorite pair of beat up jeans and a splurge-y platform sandal and you're a prime suspect for a street style photographer. Although you can find interesting scarves for practically nothing at the vintage shops (remember, you can make your own too) we do like the 2009 A Peace Treaty collection. Their cause pivots on supporting artisans in regions of socio-political strife and they donate to Conterpart International so no matter how hesitant you are to drop two hundred dollars on a simple piece of fabric, remember that it's more than that. Plus, how can you beat those color combinations?
Talk about shopping your closet, a standout scarf can turn a basic outfit into something really special. Whether the scarf adds a bolt of color, a touch of texture, or over-the-top volume, this easy addition makes such a difference. We especially love them paired with little frocks and slouchy basics. Our favorites from Copenhagen Fashion Week, above.
It might not have been an overwhelming trend this time around but scarves do crop up every season and what makes them of interest to us this Spring 09 is how they can present themselves as an affordable way to make your look feel new. Whether cinched at the waist, wrapped around the head, or draped around the neck these scarves (whether you got them from Hermes or the street vendor) can make quite an impact. Check out examples from the Spring 09 season below, with links to the designer's show beneath each picture.
Today Refinery 29 posted another chapter of their fabulous On The List series and pegged an item we are undoubtedly adding to our wish list. We're not sure how we missed this Gloria Bauhaus K Karl Lagerfeld scarf but we're happy we found it post-markdown. The only question in our minds is whether to frame it, wear it, bedazzle it, or be a good gift giver and box up the thing.
Now that the winter is finally upon us and we're seeing the grimace of "it's too cold out" on everyone's face, we feel ourselves on the brink of a fashion emergency. This is the time of year when puffer coats are taken out of storage and only the most daring fashionista dare leave home with a cocktail dress on. That said, we find knit cowl neck scarves to be a warm and fashionable middle ground. We especially love the exta-long versions-- like the one Style Bubble clued us into in her post about the Etsy seller Yokoo. Buddle up with a cowl scarf and you won't have to do that weird thing with your mouth when your face gets numb from the wind nor will you have to wear one of those wretched ankle length puffer coats. Best of both worlds!
Japanese designer Julien David just launched a range of silk foulard printed scarves exclusively at Colette. The scarves are made in the North of Japan with expert craftsmanship and the softest matte twills, they range from four to five hundred dollars approximately. For Colette, David gave up his colorful sneaker, trucks and personage prints which are lively without losing that coveted "forever" status. Word is that he traveled to every major city to make sure his designs landed at the best stores in time for spring. So far, online, Colette is dominating. Click on the title link to see his range of exclusives for the French retailer. 
Today Refinery 29 posted another chapter of their fabulous 
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