A noble and timeless material, silk has spanned eras without ever losing its luster. Both delicate and resistant, it has always embodied a certain idea of refinement. From silk squares to everyday accessories, it now modernly integrates into women's wardrobes, while preserving a rich and fascinating heritage.
The origins of silk, ancient expertise
Silk has fascinated for millennia with its softness, lightness, and unique radiance. Born in China over 4,000 years ago, it long remained a precious secret before spreading throughout the world via the famous Silk Road. Very quickly, this noble material became synonymous with refinement and gave rise to exceptional pieces like the silk square. Even today, the natural silk scarf embodies this heritage, found in modern creations such as the gavroche or accessories like the lavalliere or the bracelet, which have become essential in the elegant woman's wardrobe.
Silk in fashion: from scarves to contemporary luxury
Over the centuries, silk has established itself as an essential material in fashion. It comes in various forms, from the gavroche to the 90x90cm square, including the lavalliere and maxi-lavalliere. The silk scarf has become a symbol of elegance, appreciated for its versatility and timeless charm. Worn around the neck, as a headband, or even as a bag accessory, it adapts to all styles. Our women's silk scarves, lavallieres, and maxi-lavallieres also offer a refined alternative, ideal for a dressed-up outfit or as a beautiful accessory to complement a wedding attire.
Silk at Petitjean Paris: a contemporary vision
At Petitjean Paris, silk is at the heart of every creation. Silk squares and accessories are designed as pieces that are both timeless and easy to wear daily. From the 90x90cm and 75x75cm silk squares to the gavroche scarf, including silk bracelets and lavallieres, each format is designed to elegantly complement all silhouettes.
Each motif is hand-painted by the founder Léa Petitjean, then crafted from natural Italian silk.
Through motifs inspired by Paris and a particular attention to materials, the house offers a modern interpretation of the silk scarf, with all motifs hand-painted by our founder Léa Petitjean, and crafted from natural Italian silk.
