the Pavo
the Pavo
This lovely stole is named for the Constellation Pavo, meaning Peacock. The Pavo Constellation is one of a group of constellations known as the “Southern Birds.” The vibrant star-streams of this design reminded me of the lovely bands of colors in a peacock’s tail.
The Pavo is crafted with Deep Blue Dupioni Silk with a hand-cut star of vibrant True White Dupioni Silk. Various shades of gold and purple Dupioni Silks are embroidered in matching thread to create “star-streams” down both stole lengths.
The Pavo is also available with Deep Purple Dupioni Silk as the base material.
Customization Options
Stole Cut Style
The Tailored Stole Signature Cut (recommended, and as pictured on the Pavo)
The Classic Cut
The Tailored Stole Signature Cut was created by Andrea Farley after interviews with priests. A common complaint was the stole either cutting into the back of the neck or creeping up the neck. Some priests also noted the challenge of stoles shifting side-to-side. The Tailored Stole Signature Cut is an attempt to address these challenges. The top portion of the neck cut has been narrowed to allow it to lay flat on the wearer's upper back without cutting into or creeping up the neck. It also reduces the chance of side-to-side shifting as it fits snugly around the shoulders rather than perching on the top of the shoulders. This cut looks good on men and women alike, and both men and women have reported it feeling more comfortable and secure.
The Classic Cut is a wider, more traditional stole cut. It has a curved neck cut that "stands up" against the back of the neck -- a good choice if there is a desire for embellishment (such as a cross embroidery) on that portion of the stole. The Classic Cut also looks better as a Transitional Diaconate stole, with the consistent width along the upper portion of the stole.
Stole Length
This stole is made to order to your custom length.
The easiest way to find you preferred stole length is to try some on and measure an existing stole that you love the length of. The way to measure it is from the neck seam down one stole length.
If that option is not feasible, a tape measure and a friend work just fine. Be sure to stand tall and hold the tape measure to the back base of your neck. Have your friend find your measurement at the point you want your stole to end.
Lining Fabric Color Choice
The Lining Fabric refers to the fabric on the reverse side of the stole. Each stole comes with a number of suggested color choices for the lining fabric, but requests for different colors can be made.
Lining Fabric Color Recommendations for the Pavo include:
Soft Silver Kona Cotton (as pictured)
Pewter Kona Cotton
Base Fabric Options
The Pavo stole can be made with alternate base fabric than the Deep Blue Dupioni Silk pictured.
Optional: Deep Purple Dupioni Silk
If you prefer a fabric option other than pictured, please include your preference on your order.
