About Us

In the beginning there was the myth: only French women know how to wear scarves.

But in 1982, Christopher Carroll and Claudia Koch – Americans heavily influenced by the French culture – weren’t interested in myths. They preferred scarves.

Meeting on the terraces of Parisian cafes, dreaming in their Berkeley, Calif. loggia/boardroom, Chris and Claudia built an accessories collection under the name ZAZOU – a name that came to be known in the boutiques and museums of Europe as the American company that made beautiful scarves.

Chris, working in paint, ink and cut paper, developed designs. Claudia, working on airplanes, in back alleys and far away factories, found the fabrics and techniques to translate them into the scarves of your dreams.

Because they knew, without dreaming there is no design.

They spent long hours following butterflies, lying in the grass, watching the flowers grow. They traveled the world looking for the new. Trends waxed and waned and ZAZOU captured them all, from velvet devoré to crinkled cotton. From silk and bamboo to plaid, stripes and dots.

They chose the name ZAZOU from the group of Parisian nonconformists during WWII, who danced to swing music and wore wild clothes. They were a ray of light during a dark moment in history.

ZAZOU still thinks of them when designing scarves. Not to mention the mythical French woman, who really knows how to wear them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long will it take to get my order?
We typically ship within 48 hours of purchase. Depending on where you live, it can take between one and five business days to arrive.

How much is shipping?
Ground shipping is free! If you need something in a hurry, you can choose expedited shipping for a $15 fee.

What’s your return policy?
All sales are final. If you receive defective merchandise, please notify us within 10 days of purchase for a replacement or credit.

Any advice on how to wear my new scarf?
With every order we include our complimentary postcard SCARF 101, showing three easy, popular scarf ties. Consult our blog for more ideas. Or write us with one of your own!

Can men wear ZAZOU?
Absolutely! Scarves on men are on the rise and many of our styles are unisex – we point out some good choices in the scarf descriptions.

Where can I find stores that carry ZAZOU?
Click on the store locator. We have over 1,000 retailers across the country.

Where is the merchandise manufactured?
We’ve been working with the same responsible manufacturers in India and China for the past 30 years.

How do I care for my ZAZOU scarf, hat, gloves or bag?
Most pieces should be dry cleaned. Solid colored silk can be hand washed in cold water.

Still have a question?
Please go to our contact page and e-mail your question to us, or call us at 800-274-1868.