Brown Diamond & Paisley Madder Silk Pocket Square

Exquisite Ancient Madder and Two Versatile Patterns

• 100% Real Ancient Madder Fabric
• Hand Printed by English Heritage Artisans
• Unique Chalky Feel Loved by Aficionados
• Versatile Diamond and Paisley Design
• Traditional Handrolled Edges
• Perfectly Sized For Your Lapel Pocket
• Able to Be Styled Three Unique Ways

How to Style this Pocket Square

The decadent beauty of genuine ancient madder is put on full display with any pocket square fold thanks to the heavy weight of silk employed in the making of this accessory. Accordingly, you have free range to select a fold that highlights whichever portion of the pocket square you desire.

A simple fold that emphasizes the edges, like a banker’s fold, will showcase the intricate organic beauty of the paisley edge detailing. A puff fold, conversely, will contrast the soft folds of the puff with the orderly diamond pattern. To achieve the best of both worlds, consider an upside-down puff, which highlights both types of patterns at the same time to illustrate the elegance of multiple patterns.

An Ancient Dye of Historic Beauty

Madder silk is a mesmerizing and lustrous textile that has been held in high regard throughout the annals of time for its intensely rich hues. The name “madder” is derived from the Rubia tinctorum plant, also known as common madder or dyer’s madder, which is the source of its natural and vibrant dyes.

Traditionally, natural madder root was renowned for yielding primarily red pigments; however, the evolution of modern dyeing techniques has expanded this spectrum to embrace a panopony of deep, saturated tones. Envision shades such as mustard yellow, forest green, burnt orange, profound blues and violets—and naturally, the classic reds and burgundies.

The very finest madder products, such as those we offer, are renowned for their unique texture and sheen, having been printed on twill silk fabric treated with gum arabic, conferring on them a distinct, matte finish known among connoisseurs as a “chalk hand.”

Today, the artisans dedicated to crafting madder fabric might be fewer than in days past, yet select purveyors continue to uphold this sartorial tradition. The creation of madder silk is an intricate and labor-intensive art, entailing numerous stages of screen printing and necessitating only the finest quality silk. With a commitment to excellence, Fort Belvedere sources its revered ancient madder exclusively from England.

Care

Cleaning

Silk and blended silk neckwear should not be washed immersed in water as doing so can ruin the texture and color of the silk. Instead, spot clean your neckwear using the following steps.

Gently blot any excess stain with a soft, dry cloth. Do not rub as this can damage the fabric.

Fill a small bowl with lukewarm water and add a few drops of mild detergent specifically designed for silk.

Dip a corner of a clean, white cloth into the solution and test it on a hidden area of the tie to ensure it doesn’t cause discoloration.

If the test is successful, lightly dab the stained area with the dampened cloth. Use a gentle tapping motion and do not saturate the silk.

Moisten another clean cloth with plain lukewarm water and gently dab the area to remove any soap residue.

Pat the cleaned area with a dry cloth to absorb moisture, then leave the tie laid flat on a towel to air dry completely.

If the stain does not respond to the these steps, take the neckwear to a professional dry cleaner experienced in handling delicate garments.

Storage

To prevent heavy creasing, never store your neckwear tied or knotted.

Undo the knot and then roll the necktie up in a firm but not excessively tight coil.

Allow it to sit in the coil for about a day to relax wrinkles.

To prevent wrinkles, store your silk neckwear hanging, flat, or in a very loose roll.