Long Scarf with Art of Watercolor Plumeria flowers by artist Christie Marie Elder

Lā a Kea ‘O Kekaha is a wearable print of my original watercolor—designed to move like water and glow with color. Lightweight and versatile, it can be styled at the neck, in the hair, or tied to a bag for a pop of art wherever you go.

Title note: This piece is named in ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi: La a Kea ʻO Kekaha. - meaning the "sacred light" of Kekaha.

SIZE OPTIONS:

Oblong Scarf — 10" × 45" (skinny scarf)

A versatile “skinny scarf” that’s easy to style a bunch of ways—tie it in your hair, wrap it on a ponytail, wear it as a neck ribbon, or knot it on a bag strap for a pop of art. Light, packable, and perfect for everyday wear.

Oblong Scarf — 16" × 72" (classic long scarf)

A classic long scarf with beautiful drape—wear it wrapped once or twice at the neck, styled as a shawl-like layer, or tied loose for an elegant statement. The larger size shows off the artwork with more impact and styling options.

FABRIC OPTIONS:

Polyester scarf fabrics:

Polychiffon (poly chiffon):     Light, airy, and semi-sheer with excellent print show-through. Smooth hand-feel with a subtle, low sheen, which helps artwork look clean and crisp—great when you want color visible on both sides without going full silk. 

Satin Charmeuse (poly):        A silky-looking polyester with a shiny face and matte reverse. Lighter than polychiffon with less show-through, but still prints cleanly. Best if you want an affordable “silk-like shine.”

Matte Crepe (poly):                 The lightest polyester scarf option—soft, very drapey, and comfortable. Has a low luster (less shine than charmeuse) and moderate show-through, while keeping prints sharp and clear. 

Silk scarf fabrics:

Silk Habotai:         The lightest silk option with a floaty, elegant drape and high show-through. It has a moderate sheen on both sidesand can give art a slightly softened look (because it’s so lightweight). 

Silk Charmeuse:   A step up in weight from habotai while still draping beautifully. Feels luxurious and “liquid” against the skin, with a shiny front and matte back—a classic high-end scarf vibe. 

Silk Modal (silk + modal blend):   A unique blend that pairs modal softness + durability with silk’s sheen and drape. Great if you want a silk feel with a more budget-friendly price point. 

“Silk scarves are printed using a reactive process, while polyester scarves use dye sublimation—both are designed for permanent, vibrant color.”