London Calling

Exciting times! Liberatti is off to London town in late March with Sprezzatura and Scarf Rings in mind. I am so looking forward to meandering markets and observing fine art, talking to to tailors, and chilling with a glass of great sav over jazz. Join us on an inspirational flyover what’s on in London in March …

Liberty, Great Marlborough Street

So many fabrics, so little time. Dive into the abundance of colour and pattern, and the genius of scarves and scarf rings. We love Scarf Rings!

Sadly, our visit will just miss the Liberty in Fashion exhibition, but the department store is homage enough to the brand. Liberty here…

Painting the Modern Garden: Monet to Matisse, Royal Academy of Arts Gardens – those places of escapism, freedom and creativity. Exactly what we want to reflect in Liberatti. Like the flowers in a garden, add flashes of colour, softness and decadence to your outfits. Visit here…    Monocle Cafe Chiltern St London Head to Marylebone to feast on an eclectic mix of world-inspired meals which taste delicious, in a spot perfect for people watching. Liberatti folk are nosy, you know. Visit here…

Alexander Calder: Performing Sculpture, Tate Modern

Engineer meets artist. Calder, the father of the ‘mobile’ recognized that movement can be creative. It’s not simply a means of getting from a) to b) just as an outfit can be functional yet spellbinding. Visit here…

Bond in Motion, London Film Museum

A visit to London would not be complete with a nod to the main man of svelte sophistication. Speed, power, and a hint of controlled danger – just what we try to capture in the outfits and accessories of Liberatti. Visit here…

Saville Row What more can we say? Quality meets craftsmanship and time-honored tradition. Still the place where the best dressed go for bespoke tailoring. Be assured that no two pieces of clothing leaving Saville Row are ever the same. Art Textiles: Marian Clayden, Fashion and Textile Museum

Marian Clayden transformed the simple techniques of tie-dyeing into respected and revered skills, turning naturally beautiful pieces of fabric into stunning works of art. Retrospective includes silk, velvet, cotton and felted wool.  Visit here…

Victoria & Albert Museum

The V&A is THE destination for anyone interested in the history of fashion. Room after room of couture spanning four centuries, iconic styles, dresses, and fashions which changed the world. Easily the place to see the inspiration behind Liberatti in one place. Visit here…

St Martin in the Fields Jazz Nights, Trafalgar Square

What was one of London’s best-kept secrets. Go underground for a jazz session in the Café in the Crypt at one of the city’s most atmospheric venues. The unlikely combination of Georgian architecture and jazz works, enjoy the music and the mix of people. Visit here…

We’ll be back with pics after the sojourn, meantime I would love to hear your suggestions. Here’s one of my favourite sprezzatura trailblazers, Sarah Ann Murray in the perfect London street style ensemble.  Have a stylish week. Nicola Liberatti  @scarfrings

Credit Roll

Image credit: Sarah Ann Murray

 Image credit:Liberty of  London

Image credit: Monocle

Image credit: The Tate

Image credit: London Film Museum

Image credit:Royal Academy of Arts

Image credit: Fashion and Textile Museum

Image credit: The V&A

Image credit: St Martins Cafe

Style Icon Jacqueline Bisset

Jacqueline Bisset – has a style and presence that has epitomized the glamour of contemporary film which is why she caught our eye as the month's Style Icon at Liberatti Scarf Rings and Sprezzatura. We celebrate women of style with substance.

On screen partners such as Sean Connery, Albert Finney, Fran Sinatra, Steve McQueen, Anthony Quinn and Gerard Depardieu have led to a fabulously rich linage of roles in some of the greatest classics of all time. Airport, Murder on the Orient Express, The Deep, Class, Who is Killing the Great Chefs of Europe and, the Rich and Famous.

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An ageless grace has led her to a Golden Globe award in the BBC drama Dancing on
the Edge.

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The actress’s style is minimalist, classic never showy with confidence and assurance clearly her most precious accessories as we remember the woman never the dress.   

Speaking of what makes her ageless at 71, Bisset’s grace and joire de vivre, comes she confides, from ‘still enjoying an adventure from time to time’.

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Sprezzatura Style admired by Liberatti Scarf Rings and Sprezzatura

2016 WISHES ~ FROM SMALL THINGS….

I am sure that 2016 will bring many challenges.  However we believe that there is still magic and kindness in the world….and that small steps can add up to big, magical moments!Here’s some inspiration for you along with our warmest wishes for the year ahead.  Nicola,  John, Lisa, Ben and Steven.

As you gaze out over the year ahead and contemplate what's in store...remember that...

When the going gets tough and the climb seems impossible…

Stand back and look at the big picture

Appreciate what you have…. smell the roses…

Don’t fail to plan, figure out your goals and what matters …

Stay out of trouble…

Avoid dark places and gloomy people

  And if adversity comes …ride the wave …find your own path down the face of change…

     Make more time for fun….

 Find your place in the sun…

Play hard and play to win …

Look to your friends, they will be a tremendous support …

There’re no friends like old friends …

    Enjoy the ‘tonic of the wilderness’…go somewhere new…

Believe in rainbows…

et creative, it is one of the most under rated and powerful skills we have and anyone can do it …

Above all…

Do what ever it takes to keep your dreams alive ..

Have a glorious, shining and magnificent 2016

Nicola X

A tribute to, and celebration of, the wonderful work of Mr William Kass. 

Style Icon~ Jean Batten

Ms. Batten, ‘the Garbo of the skies’, is the perfect embodiment of early  New Zealand pioneering spirit. Born in 1909, she began life like any other woman of the day studying piano and ballet at a posh girls school in Auckland. The lady like sensibilities fortunately ended around age 18 when she was determined to become a pilot much encourgaed by the exploits of the famous Charles Kingsford Smith. Jean took to flying ‘like a penguin to water’ and spent the 1930’s taking several long distance records from the boys, including the first ever direct flight between England and New Zealand in 1936.

Studio Notes: Wistful for Wristlets

At Liberatti Scarf Rings our studio team love to ponder the outlandish to the subtle especially, especially when it comes to  accessories that bring ‘silk’ front and center.

What’s caught our eye this week is the twist for your wrist, the Wristlet.We are enjoying seeing these in summer with a small bright skein of silk, twisted casually next to your watch or cluster of bangles, and there you have it, for a small effort – a big impact.

We have added a few colourful ideas of our own. The new Lacquer Scarf Rings (Twilly is best!) found here online, will adorn an Hermès or Liberatti scarf beautifully. This inexpensive scarf element doubles perfectly as a wrist accessory as seen above. The Pico Scarf Ring accessories likewise can be used as a wrist element bringing an unexpected metallic accent.

Styling with Pico Scarf Rings

Black is Beautiful

I love black in summer. It looks amazing with a tan and brings a little edginess in to daytime whilst feeling appealingly anonymous at the same time.

Styling Session – Denim & Hermès

This weekend, Denim, a Pico Scarf Ring and an Hermes Silk Scarf are an easy style combo for the market or cafe. The light red and deep blue colours accent each other perfectly, for a fabulous blend, and a very chic, modern look.
The Pico Scarf Ring (available now) with sporty nato strap and 18ct gold face plate, is the perfect complement for Hermes 70 or 90 cm scarves. Effortless style in a moment!

Hermès, Denim & Lemon!

Demin is a key look this season and gives us oodles of styling possibilities to dress up or down according to our daily schedule.

For our weekend style this week, we’ve put aside utilitarian demin (which we also love and follows in the next post) and chosen a feminine denim jacket with accent stitching.

We paired this with a vivid Hermès Cuirs Du Desert 90 cm scarf for a feast of colour.  A Liberatti Chunky Bamboo Scarf Ring provides an accent focus, draws the eye and ties the palette of lemon and blue together, at the same time adding a discrete touch of shine and glamour.

Colourful accessories are instantly evocative of spring and are a wonderful mood enhancer.

Scarf Rings To Go ~ The Pico

Our mantra is that Scarf Rings turn a scarf into a style statement, and Pico proves the rule. In a Pico, you’ll be prepped, primed and polished, ready to go, work or leisure.

I am so pleased with the outcome, the quality and versatility.
The gold (18ct) and silver (92.5) face plates are cast and hand polished at the Liberatti Studio and the custom made, gorgeous stripey straps come from a long time partner and premium maker to ensure they will last virtually forever! The Liberatti morning star logo is artfully stamped on the front – a reminder to look to true north and follow our hearts and principles. Pico to go!

Style Icon – Mariacarla Boscono

A sultry Roman-born beauty, Ms. Boscono is a citizen of the world, growing up in the US, Italy and in Kenya, where ‘the best life lessons were learned’.Her chameleon-like ability to completely transform her looks is impressive but not more so than a career spanning modelling acting and motherhood.As seen here, fresh faced, generously browed, and colourful in a beautiful silk headscarf, she is an exemplar of gamine sophistication.

Style Icon – Monica Bellucci

This gorgeous Umbrian born actress moves effortlessly between runway and red carpet. From the face of Dolce and Gabanna to femme fatale in The Matrix she has an irresistible allure the camera devours. We admire that Ms. Bellucci’s dark sultry witchcraft is powerful enough to overcome the most luscious and eye grabbing patterns with ease.
She was recently chosen to play opposite Daniel Craig in Spectre due out 2015 – (at 50 years that makes her the oldest Bond Girl ever) proving true glamour is always in demand.

Style Icon – Anjelica Huston

A striking woman, talented actress and daughter of legendary film Director John Huston, Ms. Huston is the embodiment of great strength and great taste. With the possible exception of her choice in men.
Can it be called luck that her first ever Hollywood party lead to an introduction to none other than host Jack Nicholson. Their relationship lasted 17 turbulent years and despite heroic stoicism did not result in a wedding ring or sashay down the aisle.
Leaning towards an arty bohemian dress sense Ms. Huston cuts a striking figure, often with a scarf elegantly draped over one shoulder and bold statement necklace.
This statuesque beauty offers sartorial inspiration, yet her intensity is surely unrepeatable.

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