Friday, October 1, 2010

Information about Pashmina Shawl

Pashmina is a traditional Persian word where “Pash” means fine quality wool and “mina” means a fabric. The real meaning of Pashmina is a fabric (shawl) made from fine wool.  This fine wool comes from the undercoat of the Himalayan mountain goat, called Capra Hircus which lives on high altitude of 12,000 to 14,000 ft. in the Himalayan Mountains. Traditionally Pashmina Shawls are hand spun and hand woven in Kashmir.  
A pashmina is possibly one of the most versatile garments you’ll ever own. It can be worn year round, and it’ll last forever
A pashmina is the perfect winter garment - warm and light. It can be worn over a jacket as a wrap, or around the neck as a muffler. On a cool summer evening, wear it over your dress and feel the softness and warmthness of this beautiful wrap.
Pashmina Shawls are treasured and passed to generations as heirlooms for their incredible warmth intricate embroideries and is symbol of understated style.

Pashmina Shawl

A shawl is probably one of the most versatile fashion accessories any woman could own. Shawls not only provide a splash of color on a plain outfit, they also function to keep us warm.  Our cashmere/pashmina shawl is a hot accessory at a bargain price! It is not only one of the best gifts any woman would be proud to receive, our pashmina is a unique gift idea whether you choose to give it as a wedding gift, corporate gift, birthday gift or anniversary gift, you are sure to get great responses. Aside from being   fabulous accessories for formal wear or evening wear, these scarves can easily replace a sweater or a cape, yet they can be conveniently folded to fit in a handbag