I Want… Twiggy’s Striped Scarf!

Twiggy
This is a photograph of Twiggy taken by Linda McCartney back in the 60's. (Sorry about the poor quality--it was the best I could find!) I saw this in a higher resolution a few years ago and have never forgotten it. I fell in love with her scarf and have been checking eBay for something like it ever since. You can hardly tell from this photo, but it's got green and silver lurex stripes. Twiggy is wearing it as a head wrap and has attached a rhinestone brooch. It completely transforms her outfit of a kelly green t-shirt and black slacks from casual to chic. She looks adorable! A little cold and hungry but adorable all the same. ;)
Here are some of the scarf's third cousins twice removed:
Miss Selfridge Broken Striped Scarf - available at missselfridge.com

Miss Selfridge Broken Striped Scarf - available at missselfridge.com

Fairtrade Wide Stripe Scarf - available at topshop.com
Fairtrade Wide Stripe Scarf - available at topshop.com

Skinny Stripe Scarf - available at chanluu.com
Skinny Stripe Scarf - available at chanluu.com

Crinkle Stripe Scarf - available at levisstore.com
Crinkle Stripe Scarf - available at levisstore.com

As for me, I'm going to continue keeping a watch out for a green and silver one like these. If you find one, let me know!
And before I end this post, I have to ponder... did Twiggy see Little Edie Beale of Grey Gardens at a Hampton's party and feel inspired?
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Striped Border Wool Shawl Scarf Wrap Throw Chrcl Red Gr
Striped Border Wool Shawl Scarf Wrap Throw Chrcl Red Gr
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80sBILL BLASSFuchsia Black STRIPED Silk Scarf FLOWER
80sBILL BLASSFuchsia Black STRIPED Silk Scarf FLOWER
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GREEN White Degradee SHEER ORGANZA STRIPED SCARF Italy
GREEN White Degradee SHEER ORGANZA STRIPED SCARF Italy
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MONIQUE MARTIN skinny French Bias STRIPED SILK SCARF
MONIQUE MARTIN skinny French Bias STRIPED SILK SCARF
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J CREW New Dream Multi Striped Scarf NWT GOLDEN SUN
J CREW New Dream Multi Striped Scarf NWT GOLDEN SUN
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LMV ♥ FAB HIPPY GOLDEN STRIPED VINTAGE SCARF TASSLE ♥
LMV ♥ FAB HIPPY GOLDEN STRIPED VINTAGE SCARF TASSLE ♥
Paypal   US $1.85
Vintage Striped Silk Scarf Signed Lanvin Paris
Vintage Striped Silk Scarf Signed Lanvin Paris
Paypal   US $9.99
OLD SCHOOL STRIPED WOOL SCARF VINTAGE 70S BLUE YELLOW
OLD SCHOOL STRIPED WOOL SCARF VINTAGE 70S BLUE YELLOW
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LMV ♥ FAB RAINBOW STRIPED VINTAGE PUSSY BOW SCARF ♥
LMV ♥ FAB RAINBOW STRIPED VINTAGE PUSSY BOW SCARF ♥
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mens vintage college uni striped boating scarf dandy
mens vintage college uni striped boating scarf dandy
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LMV ♥ A RUSTIC COLOURED CHIC VINTAGE STRIPED SCARF ♥
LMV ♥ A RUSTIC COLOURED CHIC VINTAGE STRIPED SCARF ♥
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SCARF Black Purple Striped One Size Emo BNWT
SCARF Black Purple Striped One Size Emo BNWT
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soft jersey YELLOW striped X Long SCARF New
soft jersey YELLOW striped X Long SCARF New
Paypal   US $4.00
soft jersey GRAY WHITE striped X Long SCARF New
soft jersey GRAY WHITE striped X Long SCARF New
Paypal   US $7.50
soft jersey FUSCIA striped X Long SCARF New
soft jersey FUSCIA striped X Long SCARF New
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Adidas Womens Hat and Scarf Set Purple Striped New
Adidas Womens Hat and Scarf Set Purple Striped New
Paypal   US $16.95
Gorgeous Red Grey Striped Woollen Scarf 220cm length
Gorgeous Red Grey Striped Woollen Scarf 220cm length
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BLACK YELLOW 2 Ply Pashmina Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
BLACK YELLOW 2 Ply Pashmina Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
Paypal   US $9.99
BRIGHT RED 2 Ply Pashmina Wool Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
BRIGHT RED 2 Ply Pashmina Wool Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
Paypal   US $9.99
CHILI RED 2 Ply Pashmina Wool Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
CHILI RED 2 Ply Pashmina Wool Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
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HOT PINK 2 Ply Pashmina Wool Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
HOT PINK 2 Ply Pashmina Wool Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
Paypal   US $9.99
PEACH YELLOW 2 Ply Pashmina Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
PEACH YELLOW 2 Ply Pashmina Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
Paypal   US $9.99
PLUM RED 2 Ply Pashmina Wool Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
PLUM RED 2 Ply Pashmina Wool Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
Paypal   US $9.99
ROSE PINK 2 Ply Pashmina Wool Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
ROSE PINK 2 Ply Pashmina Wool Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
Paypal   US $9.99
ROSY BROWN 2 Ply Pashmina Wool Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
ROSY BROWN 2 Ply Pashmina Wool Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
Paypal   US $9.99
TURQUOISE 2 Ply Pashmina Wool Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
TURQUOISE 2 Ply Pashmina Wool Striped Shawl Scarf Wrap
Paypal   US $9.99
Laura Ashley 100 Silk Striped Scarf
Laura Ashley 100 Silk Striped Scarf
Paypal   US $1.85
Kangaroos Philips Classic Striped Scarf
Kangaroos Philips Classic Striped Scarf
Paypal   US $4.34
STRIPED DESIGN PASHMINA SHAWL SCARF WRAP FREE PP
STRIPED DESIGN PASHMINA SHAWL SCARF WRAP FREE PP
Paypal   US $12.97
BNWOT Hand Crochetted Striped Brown White Scarf 125m
BNWOT Hand Crochetted Striped Brown White Scarf 125m
Paypal   US $4.36
4 coloured striped scarf
4 coloured striped scarf
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13 Responses to “I Want… Twiggy’s Striped Scarf!”

  1. I adore this photograph of Twiggy - it’s amazing how she still looks so much like this today.

    I like the scar too! So hopefully if I find any I’ll find two - one for me and one for you!

    http://www.singleinla.today.com

  2. Hi Haute in LA–thanks! and I’ll keep you in mind as well! :)

  3. I have never worn a scarf in my entire life

    because..

    number 1, i live in a tropical country.

    number 2, i have seen some people here who wear scarf, but I don’t see the point. Fashion? but it’s frigging hot in here.

    Hehe. Hey, hun, can you put a feedburner subscribe by email to your blog? I wanna subscribe. Thanks.

  4. Laarni, you’re right that this is more of a cool weather scarf. But I can see wearing a lighter scarf for sun protection on a tropical island–which by the way–must be paradise! Thanks for the feedburner request. Done and done! <3

  5. Twiggy was an amazing Fashion Model + Beautiful Face but way too Skinny*

    Sadly she’s inspired the Olsen Twins + Nicole Richie + all these other Models starving themselves to look like Twigs*

  6. Yes, Billy, she definitely looks a little “hungry,” but not unhealthy. ;)

  7. I love scarves like that!

  8. Glad you like, Clockworkpink! :)

  9. My favorite scarf is the first one. I love pink. I’m going to check it out right now. Thanks for the inspiration.

  10. You’re very welcome, Monique!

  11. You, your content, and your site are really cute!

    That Twiggy picture is a good one. It looks modern.

    I am a scarf freak — I have tons and love to wear them. I have one that I wore for 15 years almost daily, as a headscarf, neck wrap, summer top or skirt, motorcycle face shield, you name it, I could turn my scarf into any form of clothing. Bought it in London on the street, softest cotton ever, was from India. I wore it to stinky shreds and I can’t find its proper replacement — so sad. Was red with Buddhas. Am still looking.

  12. Thank you, Jaden! It’s always sad when some item we love and love until it’s worn down is irreplacable. But the uniqueness was probably half of its appeal!

  13. Thanks for the post

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