Aithne: Vibrations of Carmine – Review
If, like me, you love something that is unique and you won’t see every other person wearing it as you head down the high street, then Aithne, Art on a Scarf, may be a company you are going to want to know about.
Headed up by Lia, this is a family business with her Uncle Ararat.
Who Are Aithne?
I guess we should start at the beginning.
Lia had travelled to her uncle’s studio in Languedoc-Roussillon, Southern France.
There, as she wandered around looking at his beautiful paintings. (You can find his paintings here online: Petrossian’s Art Gallery, and can also read the story of his Artist’s Journey.)
As she moved between the paintings, they drew her in, taking her to another world. After all, they are stunning.
Her imagination took over as she imagined herself wrapped in these beautiful otherworldly paintings, printed onto the finest silk and available to all.
Lia put this idea to her uncle, and to her surprise, his reply was simple, “Why don’t you try it?”
The idea was left for a while; Ararat had to work more on his Vibrations of the Universe, which needed to be made ready for public viewing.
As the paintings neared completion, they decided the time had come and began ordering samples, and just in time for the launch of the Ararat collection, the first samples arrived with Lia. A vivid, beautiful array of colours.
It was with trepidation that she flew back to face Ararat, show him the first scarves, and of course see Vibrations of the Universe in its full glory.
What do Aithne offer now?
Based in the UK, Aithne ship there beautiful 100% natural silk scarves all over the world, with some of them made to order.
At the moment, there are two collections based on Ararat’s art, as previously mentioned Vibrations of the Universe and The Oneiric World.
Vibrations of the Universe – Vibrations of Carmine
Lia so very kindly sent me Vibrations of Carmine from the Vibrations of the Universe collection.
This is apparently one of the most loved designs in their collection, and I can most definitely see why.
The scarf arrived boxed and wrapped in tissue paper, which, when unwrapped, revealed a beautiful soft silk scarf which is just bursting with colour.
Vibrations of Carmine uses a host of different shades of blues, purples, reds and yellow, which, once wrapped around your neck, feels so luxurious.
Personally, I think these scarves offer such a wonderfully rich quality of the product, which is going to make for a beautiful gift for yourself or a friend and definitely is going to be something you don’t see many others wearing.
Aithne offers a range of sizes in scarves, with a mix of square and rectangular designs. With prices ranging between £40 and £240, and right now you can get 20% off their online store by using the code: VALENTINE at checkout, right up until the 14th February.
What do you think of the idea between Aithne and, of course, the Vibrations of Carmine scarf?
*I was gifted a scarf to help with this post.
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This brand offers such neat products! I will definitely be checking them out!
They are absolutely stunning aren’t they – I hope you adore the other offerings.
The scarf looks so pretty! I would want to have a silk scarf with that pretty design. It would practically be a perfect match with any outfit and would definitely add a pop of color to the drab black or gray winter coats that I have.
It really is incredible and your right something that is going to add such a lovely pop of colour to darker outfits.
I can see why it is there most popular design – it’s beautiful. So much colour and it would liven up any outfit.
It is amazing isn’t it – just so full of colour!
I personally love scarfs, for me, they are statement accessories! The one you’ve presented here is very beautiful; the colour combination makes it so easy to wear and suits each style and moment of the day. Also, there’s nothing better than a silk scarf!
They are amazing aren’t they – I have so many scarves around the place love throwing one on with a hat in the winter.
These scarves are so stunning. They add the perfect pop of color to any outfit.
Such a lovely scarf; the colors and print are truly beautiful! I enjoyed learning about the brand. (Cute bag too!)
Hands up that bag is one of my favourites along with the scarf.
Art on scarf? Such a beautiful concept! I like those kinds of prints on fabric and it’s also a great way to appreciate a lovely piece of painting.
What a perfect scarf and I really love the beautiful color, I love to have this too.
Wha a gorgeous scarf! Suc a lovely design and so many gorgeous colours! I love scarves!
There really is something about a beautiful scarf that I think we want in our lives.
I love scarves, especially in the winter months! I live in Scotland so it’s great that this is a UK based company. I’ll definitely have to check them out!
Hands up I love coming across companies that are based in and around the UK.
love the pattern on this scarf! It’s so unusual looking isn’t it! x
It really is something a bit different and something I’ve never come across before.
Until now, like so many others who have commented, I had never heard of this brand until now. Really love the colours. Something I am sure my wife and daughter would really love.
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John M
Your very welcome, I am glad I have helped introduce people to a new brand.
It is definitely not a scarf you would miss when looking for it given how bright and vivid the colours are!
Haha you will definitely spot anyone who is wearing it 😉
I love a good scarf, I’m all for layers! The colors are wonderful I have to check this brand out.
Layers are a must aren’t they, especially in the cold weather.
I’ve never heard of this brand before, what a beautiful scarf! I absolutely love the colours 🙂
It is amazing isn’t it – the colours are so vivid and vibrant.
I really love the colours in the scarf and having made from silk gives it a great touch of class. I love how the artist took inspiration from a painting and turned it into a wearable piece of clothing.
It is amazing isn’t it and I love the paintings were done by her uncle so it’s a real family feel.
It’s always great when a product has a story behind it. Loved the whole concept of having something so artistic designed into a silk scarf. It looks gorgeous and would add glamour to any piece of clothing.
I have to admit when there is a story behind a product, it always draws me in just a little more.
They look amazing. I really like the design too as they look nice and colorful
They are so soft, really high-quality silk.
I love scarves and yet I don’t own any for some reason. This one is so beautiful!
You need to treat yourself then for sure!
What a beautiful silk scarf and we love the abstract pattern and colours on it. It’s very striking and vibrant. Sounds like a real joy to wear x
It is amazing isn’t it. I honestly didn’t know I would love it as much as I do till I got it in my hands.
I really love the colors. It is 100% my style.
It is absolutely beautiful isn’t it – the colours are so vibrant.
I have a lot of outfits this could work for. I really want one!
It is stunning isn’t it – the whole collection is as well.
How beautiful – I think there is always something really elegant about scarves – as long as you know how to wear them. The colours in this one are gorgeous.
There really is isn’t there and the fact they do different sizes, means you can find the perfect sizing for you as well.
This is a beautiful scarf. My daughters love to wear scarfs and something like this would be perfect for them.
It is amazing isn’t it – I don’t think your going to find anything like it from any other company.
That is so beautiful and unique. I definitely need one in my collection.
It really is, isn’t it. Definitely, one everyone needs in their collection.