For our first holiday celebration, David surprised me with a Hermès scarf, and every year since, he has presented me with an impeccably wrapped box that holds the gorgeous silk masterpiece that won him over after much thoughtful deliberation.
The hand-screened silk squares have sumptuous colors, and every scarf has a theme that makes a statement, ranging from heartfelt to frivolous. Over the years, these scarves have been worn by many fashion mavens, including Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and Grace Kelly.
For some, they may be status symbols, but for me, they are the signature accessory that adds a perfect pop of color to whatever I’m wearing.
So you can imagine how thrilled I was when Hermes opened their completely renovated store near where we live in Northern Virginia on Thursday evening and that we were among the honored guests. The event was perfectly orchestrated and the remodeled store is exquisite.
I had the unexpected pleasure of meeting their CEO and President Robert Chavez and having him personally show me the special edition Christopher Columbus scarf. He’s absolutely charming and, of course, once I saw the elaborate design done in warm browns and sea glass green draped around my neck, I knew it I had to have it.
What a luxurious way to express my obsession with color!
