This Paisley Bandana is one of those pieces that sits somewhere between a throw and a textile object in its own right. de Le Cuona have taken a soft paisley motif and worked it into a silk and alpaca blend, so the surface has both the sheen of silk and the warmth and depth of alpaca fibre. The pattern is understated rather than bold, moving across the cloth in a way that catches light without shouting for attention.
It is finished in Bay, a warm, muted tone that leans toward the earthier end of the palette rather than anything bright, and is woven from a blend of silk and alpaca. The piece measures 145cm in width and is sold individually, so it arrives ready to use rather than cut to order.
We tend to use pieces like this draped over the arm of a sofa or the foot of a bed, where the pattern and the fibre blend can be seen and touched rather than tucked away. It also works folded on an ottoman or bench, or hung loosely over a chair back in a study, and pairs well with plain wool or linen upholstery so the paisley has room to read clearly against a calmer background.
Because it is a finished piece rather than yardage, there is no cutting or making up involved, simply unpack it and let it settle for a day before styling, as silk and alpaca blends can hold packing creases. Keep it away from direct heat sources and strong sun, and treat it as you would a fine throw, with occasional airing rather than frequent washing. If used often, we would keep it away from rough or textured surfaces that might catch the silk.
