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Home » Scarf Selling Saturday: Venice Scarf by Frey Wille

Scarf Selling Saturday: Venice Scarf by Frey Wille

October 24, 2015
As promised, here’s the first of the scarves that I want to sell, and it’s a really amazing one!I used to be quite mad about Venice, and when I saw this scarf, it was irresistible. That said, I don’t remember ever wearing it, so it’s in great condition.

Quality is very comparable to an Hermes scarf in terms of silk weight, size, and finish. It’s difficult to see on photographs, but this scarf has a bright red contrast hemmed edge against the more deep maroon red right next to it. Imagine the skill it takes to (a) dye the edge of the scarf at just the right width to form the edge, and then (b) roll it and stitch it in place to form the contrast edge. This, to me, is the mark of a crafted item, rather than something just banged out by machine.

 

 

If you like red, this is an easy scarf to wear, because it includes multiple shades of red. It’s perfect for anyone who has red shoes which need to be worn more often! And I love the juxtaposition of something as ornate and dressy as the scarf with the intrinsically rugged plaid jacket and rubber boots.

Earrings – Satya Jewelry; denim dress – Tomas Maier; short boots – BP.;  plaid coat – Etoile Isabel Marant; black tee – Lands’ End; black jeans – L.L.Bean;  rubber boots – Hunter

A scarf like this is easy to wear either simply, with classic pieces, or with beautiful silk separates for dressier occasions. I wouldn’t even bother to tie the scarf in the 2nd outfit – I’d fold it in a triangle and wear it with the point in the back, the way we’re always told we should NEVER wear scarves!
Jewelry with an ornate feeling to it – Gothic architectural details would be great – suit these outfits well…

Black turtleneck – J. Crew; red jeans – L.L.Bean; earrings – Lagos;  short boots – Aquatalia; silk blouse – Glanshirt; gold cuff bracelet – Sonal   Bhaskarian; black silk pants – Equipment; gold sandals – Isola

You don’t have to wear red all the time in order to wear this scarf, though; it’s a great accent with neutrals.
And if you have to attend those kinds of events where you’re never sure if it’s dressy or not, a cashmere sweater, velvet trousers, and pretty accessories will help you span a wide range of appropriateness without panic.
 

 Cabled sweater – J. Crew; earrings – Vera Bradley; beaded velvet bracelet  – Chamak by Priya Kakkar; black pants – L.L.Bean; suede loafers – Munro;  cashmere sweater – Uniqlo; earrings – Judith Jack; velvet pants – Emilio Pucci;  black smoking loafer – Rockport

If you’re interested in this gorgeous scarf, leave a comment starting with “I’m interested!”. Otherwise, just leave a normal comment! Next Saturday, I’ll see how many of you are interested, I’ll generate my usual random number, and contact the winner, as well as let you all know here.The price for this scarf is $200 US, and I will pay shipping to anybody, anywhere in the world.

have a glorious weekend!
love,
Janice

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Tags: black, gold, red, Start With a Scarf
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  1. Anonymous says

    October 24, 2015 at 8:09 am

    I am interested, VERY INTERESTED, in your beautiful scarf!! I love the combination of red and black, and it is such a great color combination for a trip!! I love your blog!! It is the first thing that I look at in the morning! Thank you for your blog!!

    Reply
  2. Cornelia says

    October 24, 2015 at 10:49 am

    I am interested, also. Fell in love with that one the moment I laid eyes on it. Have a lovely weekend.

    Reply
  3. Chris says

    October 24, 2015 at 11:02 am

    Very beautiful. I don't know why you didn't wear it! Chris from Australia.

    Reply
  4. Anonymous says

    October 24, 2015 at 12:15 pm

    I'm interested! It is a beautiful scarf and I have the red shoes :-) Moreover it's my birthday very soon, perfect gift!
    Thanks
    Julie

    Reply
  5. Mary OK says

    October 24, 2015 at 1:10 pm

    I'm interested!

    Reply
  6. Anonymous says

    October 24, 2015 at 2:31 pm

    I don't wear red, but you sure do make it look appealing. Having just returned from Venice, I find the detail intriguing; what a lovely remembrance this would be…. Mary

    Reply
  7. Anonymous says

    October 24, 2015 at 3:56 pm

    You have style this scarf so beautifully. Those are great velvet pants. I keep looking for a pair of velvet pants that tick off all my boxes because, as you say, they can be dressed up or down. The denim dress would also be a similar type item.

    Deb from Vancouver

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  8. Jennifer Connolly says

    October 24, 2015 at 6:43 pm

    It's gorgeous!!! Have a spectacular weekend.
    Xx

    Reply
  9. Anonymous says

    October 25, 2015 at 2:17 am

    I am interested. I have a gorgeous red purse that would go well with the scarf

    Reply
  10. mcm says

    October 25, 2015 at 2:37 am

    It is indeed beautiful but I'm waiting for one particular scarf that you included in your initial post about winnowing down your scarf collection. And I fear that if by chance I won this raffle I'd diminish my chances of winning the one I have my heart set on. I just hope you happen to select that one next!

    Reply
  11. becky johns says

    October 25, 2015 at 4:42 am

    is the scarf still available. I am ready to buy it. I love Frey Willie. This would be perfect for all my favorite clothes…black and red!

    Reply
  12. becky johns says

    October 25, 2015 at 5:16 am

    I am interested! Sorry I missed the instructions saying to begin with that sentence. Love it.

    Reply
  13. SimplyFy54 says

    October 25, 2015 at 4:30 am

    I'm interested!

    Reply
  14. Anonymous says

    October 25, 2015 at 11:11 am

    Just letting the Polyvore ladies/friends know – I am checking their creations nearly every day and I love them. I can't comment directly cause I don't have logins etc. Carol S

    Reply
  15. Jean S says

    October 25, 2015 at 5:22 pm

    it's lovely …. but not my colorway. Someone will adore it, I'm sure

    Frey Wille jewelry is astonishing; I remember seeing it in Vienna, before they opened shops here.

    Reply
  16. Jennifer Young says

    October 25, 2015 at 10:02 pm

    Janice, you are right on,on the hand-rolled hem. I have repaired some scarves, and Hand-rollng is
    HARD. And I can do some french hand-sewing.
    I have some bordeaux velvet trousers (gucci men's, from a thrift store and then tailored) that I have pulled out at most 2x year. You have inspired me to try to work them in a little more often. Thinking of a black T-shirt, black converses, and a leather jacket. Thanks for always giving us that gentle push to "lift it."

    Reply
    • Throckmorzog says

      October 26, 2015 at 1:30 pm

      "lift it"! Yes, that's the exact phrase – your idea sounds amazing, Jennifer. Makes me want to pull out my little-worn 10yr+ velvet skirt and see what I can do to blend it into more frequent rotation. Thanks for the inspiration.

      Sue G

      Reply
  17. lrlincks says

    October 26, 2015 at 4:23 am

    Beautiful scarf! Love that velvet bracelet!

    Reply
  18. Throckmorzog says

    October 26, 2015 at 1:27 pm

    I love these casual, wearable outfits styled with such an elegant scarf. I used to save my best scarves and jewelry only for special occasions, but your posts have certainly loosened me up on that. I am getting a much higher ROI on my expensive things now that I am learning to incorporate them into daily outfits!

    Luxury is for everyday, and a single great piece can be well worth the investment – if you choose carefully and style it right. Thanks!
    Sue G

    Reply
  19. becky johns says

    October 26, 2015 at 4:42 pm

    I liked your insight on using expensive things, especially scarves. I have changed my "save it for a special time" outlook to "use it often and pair it with everyday things if possible to use it more frequently."

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  20. HelsBells says

    October 26, 2015 at 4:54 pm

    I'm interested. Love this scarf! It's difficult to buy a scarf to match all the different reds that are out there (and in my wardrobe). This one is perfect. Would love to add it to my collection.

    Reply
  21. Diane says

    October 26, 2015 at 6:30 pm

    I'm interested! Just short of 50 yo, and I'm freaking out about turning 50! Thanks for all you do to help alleviate the stress!

    Reply
  22. Anonymous says

    October 26, 2015 at 8:22 pm

    I am interested. I wish you could send me the entire set of outfits in one huge box … a great fantasy! Susan in WA

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  23. nuggett77 says

    October 27, 2015 at 3:34 pm

    I'm interested…I love it!

    Reply
  24. MzMary says

    October 28, 2015 at 10:04 pm

    I'm interested! Was in Venice just a week ago – and this scarf reminds me of that beautiful place perfectly.

    Reply
  25. gain mark says

    December 17, 2015 at 6:31 am

    I am the new guy!

    Reply
  26. Giovanni Battista REGINATO says

    July 28, 2020 at 10:41 pm

    Interested!
    Is the scarf still available?

    Reply
    • Janice says

      July 29, 2020 at 4:30 am

      No, I sold it years ago. Sorry!
      hugs,
      Janice

      Reply

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