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For the spring/summer season Hermès has a scarf that is so amazing, it could be framed and put on a wall as artwork. The Kachinas print was introduced in 1992 in the 90cm scarf. Now ten years later the print has been re-introduced in a much larger 140cm size in silk twill as well as the beautiful dress below from the spring 2012 collection.

The Kachina is a symbol of the Hopi Indian tribe of the Southwestern United States. They are not considered to be spirits of gods but friends who come into the villages to sing, dance, bring gifts to the children and above all, to bring the rain that is beneficial for the harvest. During religious ceremonies the Kachina dancers are dressed according to the spirit they represent and the Kachina dolls were traditionally given to the children of the Hopi tribe. Each one has a name of either a plant, a bird or animal.

The scarf retails for $760 and is available at Hermès stores nationwide. For store information, please call 1-800-441-4488 or www.hermes.com