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Tied up in knots about scarves

Tied up in knots about scarves

The scarf made an early appearance in ancient Rome where it served a much less lofty purpose than its current fashion role today. Romans used the "sudarium" or "sweat cloth" to wipe sweat from their necks and faces in hot weather. Men wore these early scarves around their necks or tied to their belts.

It took little time for ancient fashionistas to incorporate scarves into their outfits. Women began to weave scarves from pashmina (a cashmere wool), silk, and cloth. Fast-forward to the early 1800s, the scarf became an important fashion accessory for women and men. In 1837, Hermès - the French ready-to-wear retailer famous for its graphic silk scarves- was born. The early 20^th century brought with it a patriotic fervor that included knitting and crocheting scarves to support the soldiers.

Consumer demand and popularity increased the production of scarves included less expensive materials - like rayon - which allowed the middle class to indulge in the fashionable accessory.

The scarf trend continues

Think about your favorite scarf. Fun? Classic? Silky? Versatile? Unique? A memento? The 21^st century scarves are

• Adaptable - hundreds of websites show a variety of scarf-tying techniques. This link shows a about 50 ways to wear a scarf, for example.
• Understated - scarves pull together different pieces of an outfit to make a cohesive whole - turn your scarf into your ensemble's focal point.
• Individual - there's a scarf for everyone - search at thrift stores, yard sales, consignment shops, even eBay!

Bella Systems Philly Incorporates Scarf Storage into Closet Design

We'll use our 3D imaging to create a layout that's efficient and works for you, whether in tandem with an already existing closet or as part of a closet redesign.