The Black & White Collection: Inspired by Classical Design

I’m so excited to finally share my latest collection with you! This range of silk scarves is inspired by my visits to some of Britain’s most beautiful stately homes, where I spent hours sketching intricate details in my notebooks. The designs started as drawings, which I then transformed into linocut prints—giving them that handmade, textured feel that I love so much.

For me, classical architecture has an incredible sense of permanence, craftsmanship, and storytelling. I wanted to capture some of that magic in these scarves, turning historic patterns into wearable pieces of art. Each design has its own story, drawn from different elements of neoclassical interiors—ornate ceilings, marble floors, elegant cornicing, and timeless motifs.

The Designs

Vitruvian Scroll

This pattern reminds me of rolling waves—it’s fluid, full of movement, and endlessly elegant. The name comes from Vitruvius, a Roman architect whose influence can be seen in grand country houses like Holkham Hall and Chiswick House. I’ve taken this traditional border motif and transformed it into a bold black-and-white design, making it the dramatic centrepiece of this scarf.

Adam

Robert Adam’s ceilings are a masterpiece in themselves—perfectly balanced geometric grids, delicate stylised florets, and an incredible sense of symmetry. This design is my tribute to his work at Kenwood House, Compton Verney, and Osterley Park. It’s all about structure, detail, and classical beauty.

Checkerboard

There’s something so timeless about a checkerboard marble floor—it’s graphic and bold yet completely tied to history. This design is a nod to the grand neoclassical halls where these patterns take centre stage, capturing the contrast and elegance of those spaces.

Greek Key

One of the most recognisable classical motifs, the Greek Key has always fascinated me. It’s a pattern that has been used for centuries, often seen as a border, but when repeated, it forms a beautiful, lattice-like structure. I love how it connects to the 18th-century passion for Chinoiserie, blending different design influences into something truly striking.

Music Room

I’ve always been drawn to the incredible details found in historic interiors, and 18th-century music rooms are some of the most charming. This design features urns, lyres, and decorative swags—elements often found in plaster mouldings that hint at the original purpose of these rooms. It’s a little piece of history, wrapped up in silk.

From Sketchbook to Silk

I love that this collection started with simple sketches in my notebook, drawn on-site in some of Britain’s most inspiring historic homes. Translating those drawings into linocut prints allowed me to keep that lively, handmade quality—embracing the little imperfections and textures that make each piece unique. From there, the prints were carefully developed into silk scarves, transforming architectural details into something wearable, beautiful, and full of history.

See the full collection here.