Liberty
Ianthe Pure Silk Scarf Made With Liberty Fabric
This is a square silk scarf made from 100% silk twill with an Art Nouveau-inspired Ianthe print. It is designed for wearing around the neck or in the hair. The scarf measures 17 x 17 inches (43 x 43 cm) and is made in Italy from Liberty fabric.
- Material
- 100% Silk
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- vintage, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Scarves & Shawls > Scarves
Color
Size
Specifications
Luxurious 100% silk twill scarf in a colorful floral print inspired by Art Nouveau.
Square design, 17 inches, made in Italy, versatile wear as neckerchief or hair accessory.
- Material
- 100% Silk
- Style
- vintage, classic
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Scarves & Shawls > Scarves
Additional Attributes
- Made with Liberty Fabric – iconic British design house
- Ianthe print inspired by Art Nouveau
- Small floral motifs with sinuous Art Nouveau lines
- 100% pure silk twill construction
- Made in Italy – Italian craftsmanship
- Square shape: 17 x 17 inches (43 x 43 cm)
- Versatile: can be worn around neck or in hair
- Luxurious feel and drape
- Vibrant multicolored print
- Lightweight and breathable silk
Product Insights
The Ianthe Pure Silk Scarf is a wearable Art Nouveau artifact: its all-over repeat pattern, derived from a 1902 Liberty wallpaper, stays complete when tied. Printed in Como, Italy, on 100% silk twill (the same fabric used by Hermès), it offers a subtle sheen, crisp lines, and vivid colors. The 17-inch gavroche size excels for neckerchiefs, hair ties, and handbag handles—but not head wraps. Silk twill resists snags, holds knots, and wicks moisture, making it practical for daily wear with simple care (dry clean or hand wash). Its compactness suits minimalist outfits, and the bias-fold French knot creates a fluid drape. Worn by icons like David Bowie and the Beatles, this scarf distills 120 years of design heritage into a refined, versatile accessory.
Verified claims
- Design history
- The Ianthe print spans 120 years, from a 1902 wallpaper border to a 2012 revived pattern.
- Manufacturing heritage
- Printed in Como, Italy, on 100% silk twill.
- Cultural significance
- In Italy, Art Nouveau is known as Stile Liberty, and Liberty fabrics have been worn by David Bowie and the Beatles.
- Print pattern
- The all-over repeat pattern ensures the design stays complete when the scarf is tied.
- Art Nouveau provenance
- Ianthe pattern is a 1902 Art Nouveau wallpaper revived by Liberty and known in Italy as Stile Liberty.
- Craftsmanship
- Crafted from silk twill and printed in Como, Italy.
- Print provenance
- Printed in Como, Italy, at Liberty's own mill since 1904.
- Print quality
- Precision printing keeps fine Art Nouveau lines sharp on 17-inch silk twill.
- Design heritage
- Ianthe design: from 1902 wallpaper to 1967 revival to 1986 Tana Classics.
- Fabric performance
- Silk twill resists snags, holds knots, and wicks moisture in all seasons.
- Visual quality
- The twill weave gives a subtle sheen while keeping printed lines crisp and colors vivid.
- Luxury heritage
- Printed in Como, Italy on the same silk twill used by Hermès.
- Gavroche size
- The 17-inch gavroche size: for neckerchiefs and hair ties, not head wraps.
- Scale
- The Ianthe pattern's small motifs avoid cut-off when folded, suiting this 17-inch size.
- Styling technique
- Signature French knot uses bias folding for a fluid, off-center drape.
- Knotting techniques
- Bias fold creates fluid drapes; the asymmetric knot and choker show the full Ianthe pattern.
- Accessory wraps
- The 17-inch square fits handbag handles, wrists, and hair ties, pairing best with minimalist outfits.
- Pattern heritage
- The Ianthe pattern originated on an 1902 French wallpaper and 1960s Liberty dress fabric.
- Care instructions
- Dry clean preferred; hand wash with cold water and no wringing.
- Durability
- Recovers shape after untying and resists snags from accessories.
- Daily wear
- Care and durability make this scarf practical for daily use.
- Material
- 100% silk twill that is hypoallergenic, breathable, and smooth.
- Fit and comfort
- The 43x43 cm size is compact for tying without bulk, and folding on the bias with a French knot keeps it comfortable all day.
- Cultural endorsements
- Liberty fabric has been worn by David Bowie and the Beatles, and supplied to Yves Saint Laurent.
Product record
- Title
- Ianthe Pure Silk Scarf Made With Liberty Fabric
- Brand
- Liberty
- Price
- 150 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Square silk scarf laid flat showing an ornate symmetric Art Nouveau style floral and interlacing pattern with a narrow solid outer hem. 'LIBERTY' brand text is visible near the lower right border.
- Overall shape and presentationSquare scarf displayed flat with slightly undulating hem and visible stitched narrow border; edges visible on all four sides.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.88 · h 0.74 (high) - Background field colorPale sky-blue field filling the scarf interior behind the printed design.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.56 (high) - Primary printed motifDense sinuous interlacing lines and stylized floral forms in a dark navy/ink color with white outlines forming repeating curved panels across the scarf.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.16 · w 0.72 · h 0.64 (high) - Corner decorative clustersSmall clusters of coral/pink round dot shapes appear at least in the upper-left and lower-right corners of the printed area.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.16 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.78 · y 0.72 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high) - Right vertical border panelA narrow vertical decorative border along the right edge with repeating intertwined motifs in navy, white and small coral accents.
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.18 · w 0.16 · h 0.54 (high) - Hem stitching detailVisible machine-stitched rolled hem around the scarf, slightly lighter than the main field, showing small regular stitch lines.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.88 · h 0.74 (medium) - Brand text“LIBERTY”
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.70 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Product photographed flat on a neutral light-gray background with soft shadowing; even overhead lighting and slight perspective showing a small wrinkle along the bottom edge.
- Shot compositionFlat lay centered composition with the scarf placed near the center of the image and even padding to the surrounding background.
- Background and surfaceUniform light gray matte background occupying the whole image outside the scarf.
- Shadow and lightingSoft diffuse shadow visible beneath the lower-left edge of the scarf indicating overhead diffuse lighting.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.78 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (medium) - WrinkleSlight undulation and small wrinkle visible along the bottom hem causing a small deviation from a perfect square.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.80 · w 0.40 · h 0.06 (medium)
Colors
pale sky blue· main field#7CBAFCdark navy· printed pattern#23242Bwhite· outlines and highlightscoral pink· accent dots and small motifsvery light blue· narrow hem- Overall shape and presentationSquare scarf displayed flat with slightly undulating hem and visible stitched narrow border; edges visible on all four sides.