Pochette »Stag«, Silk

The pocket square, also known as a pochette, looks back on a long tradition. The term »pochette« derives from the French and means »small pocket«. The term is based the fact that the classic handkerchief was put in the breast pocket at that time. French nobles in the 14th century used perfumed cloths (pochette) to protect themselves against unpleasant odours from their surroundings. At that time, the pochette was still worn concealed. It was King Richard II of England who first turned the cloth into a decorative pocket square. The king thought it uncouth to blow one's nose on a sleeve or sneeze onto the ground. From this time onwards, the use of a handkerchief was considered a sign of nobility and social rank. Later on, around 1830 during the Biedermeier period, the pocket square was worn in striking colours with riding clothes. Around 1860, the pocket square served as an elegant accessory for the sophisticated gentleman, adorning the breast pocket of jackets and suits. Then as now, the pocket square skilfully completes the outfit and underlines the individuality of its wearer.This striking pocket square with stag motif definitely turns heads. Made from the finest Italian silk with hand-rolled edges, it will give your outfit that extra kick.