scarves – Available at The Metropolitan Museum of Art Store,
online at store.metmuseum.org or by calling 1-800-662-3397
I’m of the opinion that your wardrobe should have a certain DNA – a “fingerprint” that is as unique as your own. If this is true, then anything that you add to your wardrobe should look like it’s related to the things you already own.
vests – Uniqlo
Most of us own some jewelry; do you gravitation to the depth of amethyst, the warmth of amber, or the earthy textures of wood and earth tones?
Amethyst necklace – Sasina, amethyst earrings –Shanker, amber earrings – Mariana Llanes, amber necklace – Yves Saint Laurent Vintage, wood leaf earrings – Vaubel, brown bead necklace – Jozica
It’s a rare woman who never wears a tee shirt…. Which of these is already in your wardrobe, or might be an easily-imaged addition?
tee shirts – Uniqlo
One of the joys of Longchamp totes is that they come in so many colors! But if you had to choose a neutral bag to carry frequently, which of these calls your name?
bags – Longchamp
And of course, The Vivienne Files isn’t going to go on for more than a day or two without some cardigans! I believe in their – their flattery, and their utility. Can you see yourself in any of these?
cardigans – Uniqlo
At the end of this exercise, it became blindingly clear to me that the first scarf is the one I would choose – grey is an important neutral for me, and I love amethyst. The scarf also lends itself to touches of red, and a substantial dose of black or navy…
The third one for me. I definitely lean *Autumn* more often than not.
Very nice scarf.
Janice,
One of the things I love about your posts is the acknowledgement of what is right for various women, and not a " one size fits all " approach to style and coloring. For several years I went along with the crowd and wore black, which looked terrible on me ! I have learned to listen to my inner voice, knowing all along that what looks best on me is an Autumn coloring approach. Thank you for your wisdom and open mind ! I am addicted to your daily posts !
I like the process you have gone through to see if a scarf is in your style family. They are beautiful scarves but not my style family which is light, warm and muted (greyed 'Spring'). To be in the Sultan's court in India… Carol S
The scarf is lovely and just right for this exercise. For me, the pattern is a bit too big and bold, but the "colorways" illustrate your point beautifully. Really great way to define your choices–I instantly chose the first ensemble for myself.
Another chapter of your book is being developed!! This is a very helpful exercise. As others have said, its not just the colours we need to consider but also the pattern and texture of the scarf. As an autumn, I would select the third scarf; yet I wouldn't select this one. The pattern doesn't appeal to me. Right now, I am pining for this Alexander McQueen scarf available at the Victoria and Albert museum in London. The problem? It is about $800 Canadian!!!! http://www.vandashop.com/Reptilia-Print-Scarf-Alexander-McQueen/dp/B00TU8D3D4?field_availability=-1&field_browse=5782497031&id=Reptilia+Print+Scarf+Alexander+McQueen&ie=UTF8&refinementHistory=subjectbin%2Cprice%2Cgeneric_text_1-bin&searchNodeID=5782497031&searchPage=1&searchRank=generic-one-asc-rank&searchSize=12
Deb from Vancouver
Janice,
This is a fabulous exercising in making good choices! Not just for scarves but for all accessories. I love it. Thanks so much.
Sue
Janice, your teaching travels the world! Today, three people in Oaxaca remarked that "I certainly was wearing the right colour." I wasn't sure of my grey neutral in a sunny climate but it obviously works. I would love to own that scarf. I'm going to NYC in the fall so I might have to buy it. Merci.
Great post! My problem is I like things from all three groups! LOL