You might have seen Britain's Next Big Thing on BBC with Theo Paphitis. Great show which gave designers the opportunity to show their wares and pitch to Liberty, Habitat and Boots. It has featured some really fantastic designers but what immediately caught my eye - straight from the first episode was Richard Weston's scarves, which Liberty took on. They are incredible. From scanning semi-precious stones the most beautiful patterns are produced which have then been printed onto silk. The colours are rich and the silk gives them a real sheen.
Following the first episode I decided I had to have one and happened to be in London so treated myself to an early birthday present. The one I bought is orange and red and grey - agate apparently. The scarf is very large and I have been learning to tie it but the great weather we have been having lately means I haven't worn it much yet! Liberty are also selling the scarves in a wool and silk mix which are probably more practical but personally I don't think they make the prints stand out as well as the pure silk.
I think they would also look amazing as a wall hanging - the scale of them and intricate detailing would make them perfect. You can see more
here. 
2 comments:
Gorgeous scarves. I think you will treasure yours for years to come.
Beautiful scarves. Wearable art.
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