Shawls and scarves
By AntiqueShawls.com | August 19, 2008
Shawls and scarves are the pinnacle of fashion and offer a feminine, pretty look as well as functionality. A shawl is easy to slip on and off where desired. One may get a playful look, a serious look, a more laid back look, any variety of look we would like all with one fashion shawl! A shawl or a scarf can completely change the look of a pair of jeans and will replace a jacket anytime. Scarves and shawls are crafted out of different fabrics such as silk, pashmina, cashmere, wool, jackuard, viscose, polyester, etc.
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A glamorous outfit to suit all
By AntiqueShawls.com | August 19, 2008
Ponchos have come down from the high plains and back on to the catwalks this season. Gone are the heavy, horse-blanket style ponchos of yesteryear, replaced by delicate fabrics and sexy styles that complement every body. Whether you choose silky, sheer and sexy, or embroidered ethnic style, the poncho can be adapted for all sizes and all occasions. Your fashion poncho can be thrown over a pair of jeans for a chic, casual look, or dress it up with a brooch over your favorite little black dress for night time style. Ponchos add a glamorous appeal to the garments and may be chosen from a variety in terms of cut, patterns, and colors to befit the requirements and mesmerize the heart of others.
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scarves…
By AntiqueShawls.com | August 19, 2008
Scarves are a long, broad strip of wool, silk, lace, or other material worn about the neck, shoulders, or head, for
ornament or protection against cold, heat etc. it may be worn as a necktie with hanging ends. Fashion scarves are
available in an engaging range of designs, styles and patterns, which are in consonance with the latest fashion
trends. Fashion scarves beautifully accessorize all kinds of suits, jackets, sweaters and all other attires. They
may be knitted, hand-woven, hand painted, handmade, embroidered, machine printed, Italian print varieties.
They are available in different sizes such as square, oblong, rectangular or triangular. Scarves may have artistic
patterns that include paisleys, florals, animals, geometrics and abstract prints and can be used as head scarves,
tying scarves, hair scarves, winter scarves, beach scarves, neck scarves etc.
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Ponchos- personified apparels
By AntiqueShawls.com | August 19, 2008
A poncho is a simple garment designed to keep the body warm. It is essentially a single large sheet of fabric with an opening for the head and sometimes for the arms. Some ponchos, also have hoods attached as a design feature. It is essentially a single large sheet of fabric with an opening for the head and sometimes for the arms. Alternative ponchos are now designed as fashion accessories. They are the same shape but of different material. They are designed to look fashionable and be loose and comfortable, rather than ward off cold and rain. These are often made out of wool or yarn, knitted or crocheted. Ponchos with festive designs or colors can be worn at special events as well as they go well with almost all the garment types. Poncho, depending on what it is made of, is a versatile fashion accessory and tool available in women’s clothing, men’s clothing, and even children’s clothing
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Scarves, the ultimate fashion accessory
By AntiqueShawls.com | August 19, 2008
Scarves are one of the most versatile fashion accessories to add beauty, elegance and charm to one’s personality. They are used to spice up your simple and plain outfit. Recently the scarf has experienced something of a revival, once again becoming a must-have item by women around the world. Head scarves and wraps grow ever popular with society’s celebrities and convey elegance and sophistication. Worn to provide a splash of color on a plain outfit, to shelter from the cold or to protect a hairdo, scarves do women’s work in a wardrobe. Scarves have the advantage of flexibility in how they’re worn – around the neck, tied at the wrist, or around the strap of a handbag, to add flair or to give a subtle accent to a certain style. Scarves can be chosen from a variety of fancy fabrics and embellishmentsn and trimmings.
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shawls- the glorious fashion trend
By AntiqueShawls.com | August 19, 2008
Shawls are known since antique. Being a simple item of clothing, it is loosely worn over the shoulders, upper body and arms, sometimes also over the head. Usually, rectangular or square piece of cloth, often folded to make a triangle, but can also be triangular in shape to begin with. Shawls have been woven in Kashmir since about the eleventh century. Shawls are used in order to keep warm, to complement a costume, and for symbolic reasons. Today, shawls are worn for added warmth at outdoor or indoor evening affairs and mostly as a fashion statement. Shawls of Paisley designs are in fashion for nearly 100 years. Other variations includes, plain shawls, embroidered shawls, beaded shawls, and are available in a wide range of fabrics like viscose, silk, jamawar, cashmere, and pashmina as well.
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HEAD SCARVES HAVE MULTIPLE PURPOSES
By AntiqueShawls.com | June 29, 2008
Head scarves are created from a variety of fabrics like silk, pashmina, velvet or polyester. Famous designers are promoting designer scarves with delicate embroidery, and designs. These are the epitome of femininity. They can be either wrapped around the forehead or you can keep in place with the built-in elastic band. If you wrap around your forehead and there is no elastic band, make sure you secure it with bobby pins. You can achieve many other styles with your scarf besides wrapping it.
A head scarf is also the perfect answer to a bad-hair-day problem. These versatile garments can make you look stylish or casual anytime you want. When you wear one on your head, you’re bound to make a few heads turn. It does not matter whether you wearing it around your ponytail or just covering your head.In most Arab countries like turkey, Iran, Dubai etc, the head scarves are mandatory for women folk. Women in these parts of the world need to cover their head as a religious compulsion. Head scarves in silk jamavar, pashmina plain or embroidered scarves are in great demand and huge numbers in these countries.
You can use your new fashion accessory in form of a head scarf as a band so that your hair does not get into your eyes. To make a band, just fold it into half lengthwise and wrap it around your forehead. Make sure you cover your ear, or else place the scarf behind your ears. Now tie the ends at the nape of your neck. The ends can either be left loose or you can tuck them into the band. The tucking should be done neatly so that it does not look bunched.
A simple and ordinary ponytail can look glamorous just by using a head scarf. First tie your ponytail like you usually do. Then fold your scarf lengthwise and wrap it twice around your ponytail. Tie the ends in a neat knot and you are ready to take on the world with this elegant look. You can even tie the ends into a bow to further enhance the appearance of the scarf.
For the classic head scarf look, make your scarf is folded into a triangle. Wrap it around and the head scarf should be just above your hairline. Now take the ends and cross them under your chin; after crossing take the ends to the base of your neck at the back and tie a neat knot.
For smart turban, fold it into a triangle and drape it over. Make sure that the long edge is across your forehead and held firmly in place. Take the ends and tie them at the nape of your neck. After that bring the ends up to your forehead and tie it neatly. You can use one when you are on a romantic dinner at the beach or at formal party in a posh restaurant. The sheer elegance of scarves will make you stand out, and people will take a second look at you.
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MEDITATION SHAWLS EMULATE CALMNESS
By AntiqueShawls.com | June 29, 2008
Meditation shawls are made from fabrics that make them distinctive in design and lovely to wear. Fabrics like silks, pashmina, wool, cashmere, crochet, chiffon, knit, cotton, satin, velvet and jacquard impart special touch to a meditation shawl. Meditation shawls are very simple in their approach and can be mildly embellished with the help of embroidery, tie-dye, beads work. Selected for their unique patterns and superior quality, meditation shawls are created with care in contemporary interpretation of ancient motifs and a pallet of nature inspired colors used throughout the ages. Through their simplicity these shawls convey a beautiful aura of warmth, kindness, and joy.
It is traditional to wear a shawl for meditation as meditation shawls retain eternal bliss and the energy which has a beneficial effect on the mind. Having a favorite meditation shawl naturally resonates with the spirituality and enhances its energetic value. Traditionally, meditation shawls are kept in a sacred space while not in use and cleaned occasionally. These shawls are ideal for meditation, to lie upon, to cover up in, or to wrap around to keep warm.
The meditation shawls are intended as well for the many shawl lovers and collectors around the globe. These high quality, soft wool shawls from the Himalayas of Northern India are quite naturally peaceful and serene, yet also express full enjoyment of life. From the mountain cultures and weavers of Kullu, Kangra, and Nagaland in the Himachal region, these shawls impart special meaning for those seeking a Meditation Shawl or simply the warmth of an exceptional all Occasion or daily wear Wool Shawl.The non-mulberry silks often called the ‘Vanya silks’ or the ‘Wild silks’. generally come in natural colors - cream, beige, brown and gold. They are not only user-friendly but also healthy owing to their porous texture and thermal properties. All production processes are eco-friendly and do not at any stage produce chemical effluents. From the magical mountains in the Northeastern region of India, comes the sublime Eri Silk Shawl made of 100% natural silk Yarn. The shawl is of natural off-white color and is slightly coarse in texture. The uniqueness of this shawl is that the texture and sheen become finer with use. The Shawl has an elegant striped contrast woven into the borders along with a tasseled fringe to enhance its aesthetic appeal.
Beautiful meditation designer Shawls selected for their unique patterns and superior quality wools are created with care with ancient motifs and nature inspired colours. Through their simplicity these wool shawls impart a beautiful aura of warmth, kindness, and joy.
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PLAIN SHAWLS FOR ALL AGE GROUPS
By AntiqueShawls.com | June 28, 2008
Plain shawls are a perfect accessory for women of all age groups .Older women prefer a dark colored mainly black or brown shawl to drape over their dress. Young women and teenagers compliment their denims and party wear with bright and fluorescent color plain shawls. For professional women, a matching and plain color shawl or scarf complements their office wear to a nicety. Plain shawls in silk and pashmina fabrics have always been a favorite women accessory for fashion savvy people. Plain colored shawls including shawls, scarves, stoles are worn by women to make a style statement. Fashion designers are also experimenting by complimenting their designer attires with a fashion accessory in form of single color shawl.
Hollywood stars and even Bollywood superstars have worn plain pashmina in movies from many years. Different shades of shawls in single color have given a new dimension to these apparels which have adorned the collection of famous fashion designers of the world.
Contrary to belief, shawls are no more restricted to winter for keeping warm. It has become more of a style statement and stays in fashion throughout the year. A domain of cold cities has transformed the simple winter wear into fancy and exclusive items .It is now more of a fashion statement to wrap a stole during any part of the year. Winter wear is no more restricted to the traditional plain colored pullovers or sweaters anymore. Plain shawls swiping the fashion industry will occupy a permanent place in every woman’s wardrobe. A plain stole or a muffler around woman’s neck is an everlasting trend in fashion world.
Plain Shawls in soft pashmina fabric including Hand embroidered shawls, silk, cutwork shawls, silk wool shawls, plain pashmina wool, fancy yarn stoles, silk pashmina stoles serve the dual purpose of enhancing woman’s outfit and keeping her warm during windy evenings. Be it spring, summer or winter, order your range of plain shawls and flash them amongst your friends.
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Paisley shawls are in vogue
By AntiqueShawls.com | June 27, 2008
The distinctive beauty of paisley shawls has always caught the attention of women folk across the globe. A perfect example of elegance and functionality. It is all about warmth, sophistication, elegance and timelessness in fashion. An original and exclusive paisley shawls is always in demand. Stylish and very different creation in traditional woolen paisley Shawl. Handcrafted by the craftsmen of Kashmir, this elegant wrap is gorgeous, light, soft, yet warm. Paisley shawls hold the pride of being one of the oldest forms of art woven on fabrics. The special feature that makes these shawls the most sought-after is that they are hand crafted and employ the use of subtle accents in a various ways. This eventually led to increased export and has been appreciated by people across the globe since many decades.
Paisley Design is most unique. Like the finest paisley design, very intricate, large motifs, orient designing, Indian culture woven in weaves of Jamawar in Kashmir, India. Pashmina Jamawars are hot fashion since centuries. Recommended by the world’s leading fashion designers, a Pashmina Jamawar is still a fashion amongst the rich, bold and beautiful people of UK, Europe, USA and the rest of the world. Kashmir- the valley of flowers has become synonymous with its Pashmina paisley Shawls.
Paisley collection presents absolutely perfect items with just a right touch of luxury to present as meaningful personal, bridal and business gifts. Uniquely charming and elegant fine wool Shawls and Flower motif shawls for any occasion, from day to evening. Wrap yourself in the luxury of exquisite, soft wools created in a diversity of heritage designs. Intricately woven design imparts a distinguished look to the attire. Paisley shawls in beautiful pattern and color combination. Made of pure soft wool to keep you warm and comfortable by skilled craftsmans. Uniquely charming and elegant Paisley shawl for any occasion. These Shawls capture the attention and highly appreciated for their unique beauty and softness.
A perfect combination of traditional and exciting new contemporary designs. Paisley Shawl created with Himalayan flowers and flowing vine motifs gracefully woven in a classic design. Not only striking but also warm and beautiful. The paisley shawls are woven into most artistic paisley designs, which are the best of designs and is sophisticated to make you most fashionable woman.
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