A cashmere shawl is a versatile luxury item for your wardrobe. Unlike many expensive items of clothing a cashmere shawl can be worn in all seasons and with many different types of outfits. This means you will get the most from your money.
Why Choose Cashmere Shawls?
There are plenty of different types of shawls available on the market from knitwear through to cotton. Although a cashmere shawl can be a more costly option there are a number of reasons why they are worth the investment:
* Quality Material cashmere is a wonderful material that offers real luxury. The quality of cashmere really shines through and can instantly uplift the look of any outfit.
* Softness - the wool used to make cashmere clothing is derived from the Kashmir goat. This wool is beautifully soft and feels wonderful against your skin. There is nothing quite like the softness of cashmere. Wearing a cashmere shawl is a unique experience as this material is unlike any other.
* Warm and Cosy cashmere wool is very warm and ideal for the winter months. You can also buy a lighter cashmere shawl to keep you warm on cool summers evenings as well. Because cashmere is a natural material it also lets your skin breathe for a more comfortable finish.
* Eco Friendly cashmere is a natural material that doesn't require heavy processing to manufacture into clothing. The Kashmir goats are highly prized and in most cases are raised organically. The wool extraction process does not harm the goats (it is shed naturally anyway). Cashmere shawls can also be hand woven using traditional methods.
* Durable soft wools seem very delicate but actually these natural fibres are very tough and durable. If you look after your cashmere shawl it will last you a long time and offer you good value for money. Although wool care is a little more involved most washing machines these days have wool wash programs. This means with the right detergent you will be able to wash natural fibre items such as a cashmere shawl easily.
How to Wear Cashmere Shawls
How you wear your cashmere shawl can dictate the finished look to your outfit. Here are some popular ways to wear your cashmere shawl to make the most of it in all seasons:
* Parisian Loop this is a very popular and fashionable way to wear light shawls and scarves. Fold your cashmere shawl in half and create a generous loop. Now put the cashmere shawl around your neck and pull the two ends through the loop. This is a simple knot that creates an effortlessly stylish look.
* European Knot there are several types of European knot. One of the most popular is to fold your cashmere shawl in half diagonally to create a triangle shape. Now place the shawl around your next with the two longest points in front. Tie the two points together in a simple up and over' knot to secure the shawl in place (you could also use a brooch to secure the ends together).