Lenço Regional Original
Viana Scarf - Meadela Type - Full Scarf without Fringe - Green
Viana Scarf - Meadela Type - Full Scarf without Fringe - Green
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Original Regional Scarf 🇵🇹
Original Regional Scarf 🇵🇹
Design and model protected by no. 20731
Made in Portugal 🇵🇹
An original scarf that is part of the true Minho regional costume. The same scarves come in various colors, and each color identifies a region.
Size
Size
95 x 95cm - Square
The Viana scarf is more than an accessory. It's a symbol of the Minho soul, a piece of Viana do Castelo's history embroidered with color and tradition.
Original Regional Viana Scarf - Meadela Type
This square scarf is inspired by the styles worn by women and dancers of Minho folklore. Its delicate blue pattern evokes the shimmer of the Lima River and the serenity of devotion that accompanies the Senhora da Agonia festival.
Made from lightweight, flowing fabric, it easily adapts to the neck, head, or shoulders. The size is perfect for women, men, or children, making it versatile and meaningful.
Use it to complete your traditional attire or as a fashion accessory that brings a touch of nostalgia and Viana pride. Each scarf pays homage to folk culture and the beauty of our roots.
Characteristics of the Original Regional de Viana scarf
Model: Meadela
Design: Printed
Composition: 100% viscose
Dimensions: 95 x 95 cm
Care: wash at 30°
Available colors: black, white, red and blue
Caring for the Original Regional Viana Scarf
Care: wash at 30°
Use : with a lot of smell
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Made in Portugal 🇵🇹
Original Regional Scarf
The real Viana Handkerchiefs
The real Viana Handkerchiefs
There are objects that speak without saying a word. Viana's scarves are like that.
Their fringes bear the delicacy of the hands that created them, their colors the love of those who embroidered them, and their words the sentiment that Minho has learned to keep hidden. They are more than an accessory. They are a love letter in fabric. A symbol of faith, promise, and identity.
In Viana do Castelo, the handkerchief is a gesture. It's offered, kept, shared. It's a sign of devotion, friendship, or longing. For centuries, it was through it that people expressed what their voices dared not. Every stitch, every flower, every word has an intention. And that's why Viana's handkerchiefs continue to move us. They are hand-embroidered pieces of the soul.
The Viana da d'Agonia Lenços collection was born out of this respect.
From the desire to preserve one of the purest symbols of Minho culture, bringing it to the present with the same truth and the same charm.
A symbol of love and devotion
Viana's handkerchiefs tell stories that will never be erased.
Stories of promises, of departures, of reunions. When a girl embroidered her handkerchief, she expressed her feelings. She used red thread for love, blue for longing, green for hope. Then she offered it to the boy she loved. If he accepted it and wore it around his neck or in his coat pocket, it was a sign of love. If I returned it, it was the end of a dream. That was how the heart spoke.
But the scarf is also a symbol of devotion. During the Feast of Our Lady of Agony, women often wear scarves embroidered with religious symbols, crosses, flaming hearts, and verses of faith. It's an offering. A prayer transformed into color. A connection between the earth and the divine.
d'Agonia wanted to preserve this meaning. Each scarf in this collection is a dialogue between past and present. It maintains the traditional design but reinterprets it with contemporary lightness. The embroidery remains the soul and center. The colors continue to convey emotion. The fabric continues to be a promise.
Linen, silk and the colors of Minho
Fabric is the first word for a scarf. In the past, hand-spun linen or natural silk were used. Today, at d'Agonia, we respect this origin and seek out fabrics that maintain the texture, transparency, and nobility of the original. Soft linens, luminous silks, and delicate-touch cottons.
The colors reflect the Minho region. Intense reds like the heart of Viana, blues reminiscent of Lima, greens of the hillsides and fields, yellows reminiscent of the gold of the stewards. Each hue is chosen so that the scarf speaks the language of our land.
The embroidery is done with high-quality threads, reproducing traditional stitches: stem stitch, chain stitch, knot stitch, and satin stitch. It's an ancient technique that stands the test of time. The result is a vibrant piece, with relief, texture, and history.
From antique scarf to contemporary scarf
Some say that Viana's handkerchief is untouchable.
But what is untouchable never dies, it simply transforms. The d'Agonia collection is born from this desire to continue telling the same story, but with new words.
Antique scarves inspired us. We studied the patterns kept in museums and private collections, observing the floral motifs, the love phrases, and the symmetrical compositions. Then, we reinterpreted everything with a contemporary language. The phrases may be shorter, the flowers more stylized, the colors softer, but the soul is the same.
There are scarves with traditional verses and others with contemporary messages, written by local poets and artists. There are scarves that celebrate love and others that celebrate Viana, the sea, Our Lady of Agony, and the pride of our women. Each has its own voice.
Thus, the scarf also becomes a design piece. Something you can wear around your neck, hang on a wall, or give as a symbol of identity. It's a tradition that adapts, without losing respect for its origins.
The hands that embroider the soul of Viana
None of this would exist without the hands of embroiderers.
Women who learned the craft from their mothers and grandmothers, who know every stitch and every line as if it were an extension of their own bodies. Every d'Agonia scarf passes through these hands. It is embroidered with time and soul. No two pieces are alike, because each one carries the rhythm and heart of its maker.
The brand works with embroiderers from Viana and neighboring parishes, ensuring that traditional knowledge lives on. It's not mass production; it's production in memory. The time spent making it is part of the beauty. Each scarf takes days, sometimes weeks, to make. But the result is eternal.
Some people buy a scarf and wear it. Some keep it in an old crate, like a relic. Some hang it in a frame, like a prayer. They all do it for the same reason: love.
The scarf at parties and in life
During the Feast of Our Lady of Agony, scarves are like flowers in motion. In windows, on heads, on shoulders. Housekeepers display them proudly, farmworkers dance with them, emigrants carry them back in their suitcases. It's a sea of color that spreads across the city.
But the handkerchief isn't just for parties. It's present in family photographs, in memories sent far away, in the hearts of those who have passed on, and it holds the scent of the earth. It's a legacy that's passed on, like gold or clothing.
The d'Agonia collection aims for the handkerchief to continue playing this role. It can be offered at a wedding, a baptism, a farewell, or a reunion. It can continue to unite generations. It can speak of love, faith, friendship, and longing.
The scarf as a work of art
More than just an accessory, the Viana scarf is a work of folk art. Each piece is unique and unrepeatable. The design is conceived as a balanced composition, where flowers dance around words. Symmetry is a distinctive feature, and the harmony of colors is carefully designed to delight the eye.
d'Agonia scarves are also considered collectibles. Many are released in limited, numbered editions and come with a certificate of authenticity. Each piece includes a brief history, the embroiderer's identification, and the inspiration behind the motif. Buying a scarf means participating in a living, ever-changing tradition.
A gift with soul
Offering a Viana scarf is offering feeling.
It's not a simple object. It's an embroidered message. It's a gesture that spans time. When you offer a handkerchief, you offer a piece of Viana. A memory of the land, a token of affection, a lucky charm.
At d'Agonia, each scarf is prepared with such care, from the fabric selection to the packaging. The boxes are inspired by the ancient trunks where women stored their clothes and jewelry. The paper is soft, the bow is a traditional ribbon, and the label bears the Viana seal.
Everything is designed to make the moment of opening a scarf as beautiful as the scarf itself.
Tradition, design and sustainability
Respect for tradition goes hand in hand with respect for the planet.
d'Agonia produces consciously, using natural materials and promoting local work. The goal is to create lasting beauty, not quick consumption. Each scarf is made to last, to be used and kept, to have a story.
Production is local and ethical. The brand prioritizes craftsmanship and fair trade, valuing the time and talent of its creators. Thus, each scarf contributes to maintaining a cultural and artisanal economy that is integral to Viana do Castelo's identity.
The future of the scarf
The future of Viana scarves is bright.
As long as there are people who embroider and wear them, they will continue to be the city's most beautiful emblem. d'Agonia wants the scarf to reach new audiences and new generations, without losing its meaning. We want it to continue to move, inspire, and unite.
Each future collection will be a conversation with the past. New designs will emerge, new colors will emerge, but the essence will always be the same. Because a Viana scarf isn't a fashion statement. It's a piece of eternity.
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FAQ
1. Where are Lenços de Viana made?
Viana Scarves are made in Viana do Castelo, with the same care and soul that the women of Minho have always worn. Each piece pays homage to traditional craftsmanship, the lines, and the symbolism of the colors that define our culture.
2. What is the difference between the types of Lenços Meadela, Minhoto and Vianense?
Each type of scarf represents a parish, a history, and a way of living tradition. The Meadela scarf, for example, has more floral and soft patterns, while the Minhoto scarf stands out for its strong colors and bolder designs.
Vianense scarves have the same pattern as Minhoto scarves but with 100% Viscose fabric.
3. How do you use the Viana Scarf?
It can be worn around the neck, on the shoulder, on the head, or even clipped to a bag—as an accessory or symbol of identity. Maids wear it proudly in their party attire, but the Viana scarf also adds a modern touch to any contemporary look. See our collection of images here:
4. How do I care for my Lenço de Viana?
Always wash at 30°C, with mild soap, and do not spin. Dry in the shade and iron at a low temperature. This ensures that your scarf's shine, colors, and history remain intact over the years.