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Home » Scarf Selling Saturday: A TWO-fer: Les Instructions du Roy, and Soleil du Soie

Scarf Selling Saturday: A TWO-fer: Les Instructions du Roy, and Soleil du Soie

November 14, 2015
 
I want to clarify that the following post was written and scheduled for publication late Thursday afternoon; had I known of the horrid news that would emerge Friday afternoon and evening, I would had written something very different.

However, I’m going to leave this post here, for comments and for beauty’s sake, because I feel like defiantly living life as normal. Let’s appreciate small joys, and marvel at the wonders of the craftsmanship and creativity of our fellow humans, in the face of barbaric actions that would prefer we spend our time thinking only of negative and dark things…


You are, each of you, very important to me. I take your thoughts and feelings very seriously, and try to be sensitive to your needs. 


Please discuss, and share. Community is the best opposition to nihilism, and love is the best solace for grief.


love,

Janice
 
Today I’m offering up two scarves, because they’re in the same color palette, and because I have ANOTHER upcoming trip for which I’m fund-raising!Yes, Paris. For a long weekend in December. I am demented, where Paris is considered.

Leave me a comment, stating with scarf you would like – or say you want both, if that’s your inclination! I’ll pick two random numbers next Friday evening, and let you know on Saturday who’s been drawn to purchase.

Each are flawless, each are 90cm square, and I’m asking $250 for each. You won’t be disappointed!

Les Instructions du Roy – Hermes

Soleil du Soie – Hermes

These scarves are perfect for a wardrobe that is well-represented in simple basics in “winter” colors. Either of the scarves would be the perfect finishing touch to these timeless outfits:

 

Red sweater – Uniqlo; ruby earrings – Jules Smith; velvet pants – Boden; tote – Nadia Minkoff; beaded ballet flats – Betsey Johnson; black dress – Lands’ End; black silk earrings – Dorus Mhor; gold cardigan – Boden; handbag – Lautem; pumps – J. Renee

 

I’m really coming around to the “white jeans in the winter” look, so long as the weather isn’t splashy-sloppy. The boots give the overall balance a grounded-ness that makes it work well. And I’m working to keep a white cardigan in circulation for more of the year too…

 

White jeans – Tommy Hilfiger; gold and onyx bracelet – Mateo Brown; short boots – Cole Haan; black turtleneck – L.L.Bean; white
cardigan –  L.L.Bean; cuff bracelet – Alice Menter; red tee – White Swan; black jeans – Alexander Wang

 

As as is so often the case, these four outfits come together into a capsule wardrobe that offers up lots more options for combinations. Wouldn’t this make a great little long-weekend suitcase?

 

Red sweater – Uniqlo; white cardigan – L.L.Bean; ruby earrings – Jules Smith; black silk earrings – Dorus Mhor; cuff bracelet – Alice Menter; gold cardigan – Boden; black turtleneck – L.L.Bean;black jeans –
Alexander Wang; white jeans –  Tommy Hilfiger; gold and onyx bracelet – Mateo Brown; handbag – Lautem; velvet pants – Boden; red tee – White Swan; black dress – Lands’ End; red tote  – Nadia Minkoff;
beaded ballet flats – Betsey Johnson; pumps – J. Renee; short boots – Cole Haan

 

Oh yes – last Saturday’s Gucci scarf?  Jeffiner Cox, send me a note at [email protected] – the scarf is yours to purchase, if you’re still interested!

lots of love,
Janice

 

 
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  1. Cornelia says

    November 14, 2015 at 11:10 am

    Number 2 for me, please. :))

    Reply
  2. Anonymous says

    November 14, 2015 at 1:08 pm

    From Margie in Toronto – I suspect that this post may have been "pre set" before events of yesterday in Paris. I sincerely hope that no one you know there was injured in the attacks. Not sure if you will still be heading there in December but I'm sure the city will bounce back as it always does.

    Reply
  3. Pat says

    November 14, 2015 at 1:15 pm

    #1, s'il vous plait!

    Reply
  4. Anonymous says

    November 14, 2015 at 1:26 pm

    Paris – not a safe place to be at the moment.

    Reply
  5. Gail says

    November 14, 2015 at 1:41 pm

    Heartbreaking, all thoughts of Paris.

    Reply
  6. Mary OK says

    November 14, 2015 at 1:52 pm

    Number 1 sings to me. Hugs for Paris.

    Reply
  7. DejaVu says

    November 14, 2015 at 3:49 pm

    I adore number 1 <3

    Reply
  8. Anonymous says

    November 14, 2015 at 3:50 pm

    The best way to combat terrorism is with sharing beauty and kindness with strength and resilience. So, we carry on with our heads high.
    Deb from Vancouver

    Reply
  9. Anonymous says

    November 14, 2015 at 4:31 pm

    If you still go to Paris early next month, give Paris a hug for all of us, Janice!

    Reply
  10. GretchenA says

    November 14, 2015 at 5:27 pm

    #1 would look lovely when I travel to Paris in February.

    Reply
  11. Lori @ inmykitcheninmylife.com says

    November 14, 2015 at 5:32 pm

    I think this post by Rick Steves is helpful when we feel fearful about travel in these times:
    http://blog.ricksteves.com/blog/dont-be-terrorized/

    Reply
  12. Anonymous says

    November 14, 2015 at 6:31 pm

    Would it be possible for you to do a short post on how you wear/tie these lovely types of scarves? I have only worn oblong type scarves for the past several years and don't know how to wear square silk scarves without looking "frumpy" (no matter how beautiful the scarf). Thanks!

    Reply
  13. Shrebee says

    November 14, 2015 at 7:05 pm

    Janice,
    Well said. Prayers for all those lost and those who now grieve.

    Reply
  14. Katie Quattro says

    November 14, 2015 at 1:18 pm

    Oh dear, they are both lovely, but number one calls out my name!
    My heart is heavy over what happened, all our thoughts and prayers are with them……

    Reply
  15. mcm says

    November 14, 2015 at 8:27 pm

    You are a sensitive and kind soul and I commend your resolve to live life as normal. As a community we all grieve. I take comfort in your hope that we find joy in the appreciation of beauty.

    Please add me to the drawing for the l'Instruction du roy.

    Reply
  16. Jennifer says

    November 14, 2015 at 8:44 pm

    Yes, for beauty's sake. Thank you.

    Reply
  17. Anonymous says

    November 14, 2015 at 11:10 pm

    For the sake of all those who cherish life and the beauty it brings. Tears are falling in our beloved Paris and around the world! I will not stop living because of dark souls. The city of light will not be brought to its knees by barbarians!
    Love Karen

    Reply
  18. Pat says

    November 15, 2015 at 12:09 am

    Number 1 for me. Let's hope Paris is calm for your trip.

    Reply
  19. Anonymous says

    November 15, 2015 at 1:28 am

    J'aime Paris. Je suis desolée…

    Reply
  20. Coco Colmani says

    November 14, 2015 at 7:55 pm

    Janice and Deb, you've said it beautifully. All our hearts are with our beloved city today.
    Robyn in Tasmania

    Reply
  21. Anonymous says

    November 15, 2015 at 3:10 am

    Either one for me please. I hurt for Paris. MJM

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  22. Anonymous says

    November 15, 2015 at 5:12 am

    Both are beautiful – either would be wonderful

    Reply
  23. Anonymous says

    November 15, 2015 at 9:04 am

    It is difficult to comprehend so much hatred in this world and that some people do not appreciate and value life! Paris and all of France are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Reply
  24. Chris says

    November 15, 2015 at 11:16 am

    Hi Janice, it's painful and we shed tears. Bless you. Comfort you. Chris. Australia xxxxxx

    Reply
  25. Anonymous says

    November 15, 2015 at 4:19 pm

    . #2 sil vous plait. Je me souviens. BJM

    Reply
  26. Ardyth Eisenberg says

    November 15, 2015 at 10:47 am

    Terrorists win when we let them dictate our activities. Safe travels and brava to you for going and helping things return to normal. Vive La France! (And, on a more worldly note — Maserati ads are popping up next to your blog. You have arrived and you're doing wonders for my reputation with advertisers!)

    Reply
  27. Rachel Crawford says

    November 16, 2015 at 3:51 am

    I hope that you continue with your trip to one of the most lovely and welcoming cities in the world. Paris is a target simply because they are accepting of all people for all nations and religions. Vive la France !!

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  28. hostess of the humble bungalow says

    November 17, 2015 at 12:55 am

    Oh a trip to Paris…music to my ears!
    Did I mention or did you read my blog about my experience walking through the 6th arrondissement on May Day?
    There were scores of police and the army with riot gear and AK47's parading around the streets and here I was staying. I wandered all by myself taking photos, peeking in store windows and thinking that this was completely normal! I had never been to Paris before so I assumed that security was extra tight after the Charlie Hebdo event…it will be interesting to see what the "heightened security" will look like when you are there.
    Take care,
    Leslie

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  29. Anonymous says

    November 17, 2015 at 5:16 am

    I would love the first scarf, #1!

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  30. Unknown says

    November 17, 2015 at 2:47 pm

    Melissa, an American in Paris here… this has been an incredible week to be living in Paris- the horror, the despair and now the hope rising with the outpouring of grief and sympathy from around the world.

    I would love the second scarf as my first Hermes…

    Reply
  31. JS says

    November 18, 2015 at 2:20 am

    Both are gorgeous.

    Reply
  32. Anonymous says

    November 18, 2015 at 1:27 pm

    Safe travels to Paris. I wish I was able to travel there to be able to show my support. My thoughts and prayers will have to do for now.

    I would be interested in either scarf.

    Thank you – DBQ Mary

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  33. lrlincks says

    November 21, 2015 at 1:59 am

    Good golly! I wish I could get scarf number1! I can not shop for myself right now though. I LOVE this wardrobe except for that mustard cardigan. I would swap it out for a blue to match that scarf!! Good luck to all!

    Reply

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