The St. Joan of Arc Scarf

We are so excited about the new release of our Joan of Arc scarf in silk charmeuse and a distinct design for the matching pocket square in silk twill! Designed in a piercing cobalt blue, with a shine that causes the scarf to give off flecks of purple, we love the royal color for Joan’s love for God and country. The cobalt reflects her surrender to the Lord’s will like Mary and her loyalty to the Dauphin of France whom she made sure was crowned.

The scarf first takes inspiration from Joan of Arc’s banner. Her banner was her greatest comfort in battle—serving as a tangible reminder to her that she is loyal to the King of Kings and Queen of Heaven—always safe in Jesus and hidden in the mantle of Mary (her banner which says “Jesus Maria”). The fleurs-de-lys which are speckled throughout are hand drawn in a way meant to look like they are embroidered as a nod to the ones stitched on her banner. There are subtle shadows and highlights in the design in order that the scarf always appears to be billowing as if Joan is riding with her banner into battle—blowing with the wind of the Holy Spirit at her back.

The laurel wreath which has written within it: “Joan of Arc pray for us”—is a tangible sign to the wearer to ask Joan of Arc’s intercession that we too might share in the crown of the saints only possible through the strength of the Holy Spirit. When you fold the scarf in half, it looks like you are wearing a laurel crown. In the Roman Empire, a laurel wreath symbolized triumph. In the case of Joan, her triumph was ultimately her martyrdom. Let us run the race well to share in the crown of the martyrs—to witness to the Gospel with boldness no matter the cost.

If you look closely near the chainmail, between the stitching on edge and hem of scarf the words of Joan are inscribed in French:

“Every man gives his life for what he believes. Every woman gives her life for what she believes. Sometimes people believe in little or nothing, and so they give their lives to little or nothing. One life is all we have, and we live it as we believe in living it…and then it’s gone. But to surrender who you are and to live without belief is more terrible than dying – even more terrible than dying young.” 

Let us ask for greater zeal for the Gospel as we adorn ourselves with this scarf and be urged on to fight the good fight (1 Timothy 6:12) especially as we admire the 15th century sword drawn on the scarf. Joan took up arms to ride into battle, but her fiercest weapon was the truth which she proclaimed during her trial, always testifying to the glory of God.

The medals of Joan in the corners are Veronica’s personal sketch, as she delighted in the opportunity to draw Joan’s portrait. 

We hope you enjoy this design as much as we do! May it give you the courage to respond to the will of God in every season.