Map Scarves: a 'Capital' idea for travelers.

Detailed maps of Paris, London, Rome, Washington DC and New York on quality 100% silk scarves.

September, 2003 -- Scarf designers TASARAM have come up with a new range that is sure to appeal to travelers and fashionistas alike. Map Scarves (http://www.mapscarves.com) feature detailed city maps of four of the world's great capitals – Washington DC, London, Paris and Rome – plus New York, described by TASARAM Director Lucy Hornberger as "an honorary capital... a kind of capital of the world".

"Our original concept was to focus on capital cities", she explains, "but our customers kept requesting a New York Map Scarf so of course we were happy to oblige!" However, she adds that even the launch of the New York Map Scarf couldn't knock the Paris Map Scarf off its 'best seller' position. "People feel passionate about each of our featured cities", she says, "but Paris just has the edge – perhaps because it is such a romantic city and scarves are the item most associated with French style".

Map Scarves are 100% silk: a stylish accessory and a fun and original gift idea. "Our Map Scarves are extremely versatile", says Lucy Hornberger. "They can be worn in numerous ways – around your neck, as a headscarf for that Grace Kelly look, as a belt or a top... They make wonderful wall hangings for your home and, what's more, they are detailed and accurate enough to actually be used as maps." Indeed, silk maps have been used for thousands of years, from ancient China to WWII when Allied airmen flying over enemy territory carried 'escape maps' printed on silk.

TASARAM Map Scarves are available from http://www.mapscarves.com. They retail at $69 (45, Euro 69) and are shipped worldwide. Map Scarves are 100% silk with hand rolled edges, measure 34 x 34 inches (85 x 85 cm) and come in an attractive gift box. For more information on the history of silk maps see:
http://www.mapscarves.com/history.html

Contact: Lucy Hornberger at lucy@mapscarves.com or +44 20 7631 0420

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