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Hermes scarf

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SnowBells · 09/02/2014 20:16

I'm thinking of treating myself to an Hermes scarf at the end of the month.

Does anyone have any experience with this - and what you find more practical… the 90cm ones or the 70cm ones?

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chickydoo · 09/02/2014 23:17

Marking place, always fancied one myself

vitaminC · 10/02/2014 06:13

Have you looked at www.maitaispicturebook.com ?
She writes a blog about Hermes scarves !

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SnowBells · 10/02/2014 09:13

vitaminC

I'm addicted to her blog. But just wanted to see whether anyone has any experience as to what is more practical in daily life.

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MrsLettuce · 10/02/2014 10:17

As a general rule, bigger is better with scarves, IMHO.

Lavenderhoney · 10/02/2014 10:22

The 90cm is better IMO as you can do more with it.

When you go to the shop, try both sizes and see what you like. It depends on how you plan to wear it- tucked neatly or pashmina style. I like mine to drape a bit:)

vitaminC · 10/02/2014 10:25

I have lots of silk scarves (not Hermès) and I prefer the larger squares as more versatile.
Please report back on your purchase Smile

glammanana · 10/02/2014 10:27

Definatley 90cms it draps beautifully and looks good with a scarf ring that bit extra length makes all the difference.

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SnowBells · 10/02/2014 10:36

90cm it is then. Will report back!!!

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PigWhisperer · 10/02/2014 14:05

How lovely!

I would ask to see both and see what suits you. I know some friends who feel a bit "drowned" by the 90cm, but I like them that size. Make sure you try it on and tie it before you decide.

Have you got your eye on a particular design?

on page 135 of this thread they have some of the spring designs

forum.purseblog.com/hermes/the-spring-2014-scarves-837431-135.html

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SnowBells · 10/02/2014 19:00

Oh, PigWhisperer - they are sooo gorgeous. Better not tempt me to buy more than one!!!

What will probably happen is I will buy one, wait for a few months (as otherwise, DH will think I've gone off the rails - it has happened before, so he's a bit cautious now), and then get another later in the year. So I may well end up with a 90cm and a 70cm, if I'm lucky.

I also really want a Hermes enamel bracelet… Shock if DH ever reads this he really will think I'm at it again… Blush

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coffeeinbed · 10/02/2014 19:54

90, definitely.
Hermes are lovely, quite heavy silk ,drape beautifully but really mark in the rain.

Might be good to bear in mind these days.

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SnowBells · 10/02/2014 23:15

Huh? The scarves are much cheaper (about £30 cheaper) when bought from Europe...

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MrsSchadenfreude · 10/02/2014 23:38

I have one - mine's the 90cm one. If you are ever in Paris, you can pick one up for around 100-150 euros from one of the Depot-Vente shops (like an upmarket second hand shop) in the 16th, 17th, 8th or 7th arrondissements.

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SnowBells · 22/02/2014 22:48

Ladies… I'm guilty. Blush

I bought two 90cm scarves.

One is an older, but very classic Hermes design. And the other is from this season's collection.

Annoyingly, they seem to have sold out of one in a color I wanted.

But gosh, they are addictive. They seem to upgrade your outfit ridiculously well. I am thinking of getting another Blush, but may wait for next season's scarves.

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golfergirl28 · 23/02/2014 16:54

I have one but never know how to wear it. How do you wear yours? I've looked at the online tutorials but nothing looks right. I wonder if my neck is too short?

Puddles1234 · 23/02/2014 17:10

I only buy the 90cm ones they are gorgeous. And yes very addictive.

Which ones did you purchase?!

Puddles1234 · 23/02/2014 17:12

I also have some of the 140cm ones they are perfect for a more relaxed style.

bettykt · 23/02/2014 17:18

Any links as to which ones you bought? You've made me look at their website and I like this one

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SnowBells · 23/02/2014 17:37

The older design is the one this girl in this blog bought. Exactly the same color and everything.

The newer design turns out to be not from this season but last… it's still available on the website, and is very colorful - click here.

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SnowBells · 23/02/2014 17:41

I really want the Hermes Della Cavalleria scarf though.

Not on the website. But I thought it should have been available by now (Spring/Summer 2014).

Hermes scarf
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Mignonette · 23/02/2014 17:46

*I have a 90cm classic Pucci scarf from the 70's that belonged to my Mother. it is such a versatile size.

Go for it OP.

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SnowBells · 23/02/2014 18:03

Puddles1234 I'd love to have a 140cm one. Will save that for a special milestone...

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TeamEdward · 23/02/2014 18:21

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LadyMaryLikesCake · 23/02/2014 18:24

Oh… I wish I hadn't have clicked on this thread Envy They are lovely!