INDIAN SHAWL: A COMPANION TO THE STYLISH INDIAN WOMEN

1. INDIAN SHAWL: A COMPANION TO THE STYLISH INDIAN WOMEN The culture of wearing shawls have been running for ages. The term shawl often refers to a tightly knitted woolen clothing used to keep one warm and protected from the chill and cold of winter. But forget those days when shawls were used only to keep ourselves warm and comfortable. Nowadays, shawls for women not only compliment ones look and costume but also acts as a symbol of fashion and glamour.

2. In recent times, the traditional and designer shawls play the role of a unique style statement among the youth icons of India. These shawls no more remain as the tradition of India but have also spread worldwide influencing everyone to well adopt the tradition. With several choices of shawls online, one can never go wrong with their style and fashion. Here are a few types of Indian shawls exclusively designed for women and their use for occasions: - • Kashmiri shawl- Kashmiri shawls are surprisingly the most beautiful shawls in the market. These are mainly produced in Kashmir, the heaven on earth, whose beauty and elegance are reflected in its products too. Kashmiri shawls also known as pashmina shawls are manufactured from rich wool of pashmina sheep or cashmere goat. It is supremely functional and stylish. These are extremely enriched together with beautiful motifs and embroidery. The skills of weavers are seen in the rich woven patterns and their specs of hues. The Kashmiri pashmina shawls are not just beautiful but also very comfortable and smooth in winter. These shawls have made its name globally and therefore is a must have in the wardrobe of every fashion enthusiast. • Summer shawls- Summer shawls are extremely light weighted and flowy while draping, a much- needed one for the hot summers. These are perfect for the summers to protect themselves from the scorching heat of the sun rays. These are also very comfortable to wear and carry around. These can also be used as a style statement when paired up with any ethnic wear. The eye-catching designs and vibrant colors provide a very cool tone and chic appearance on any day. • Silk shawls- As the name suggests, silk shawls are made out of rich silks with beautiful motifs and embroidery are done on it. These are considered to be the best clothing accessories ever for any traditional occasion such as weddings, anniversaries, festivals or simple parties, hangouts, or formal meetings. These are so versatile that they can be worn any time of the season, be it summer, winter, monsoon, spring or autumn. These are so lightweight that they are surely the most comfortable and stylish piece of clothing among all-natural textiles. • Bridal Shawls- Bridal shawls are wedding shawls ideally designed for a bride’s most precious and biggest day of her life. They are specially customized with delicate weaving and embroidery for the big day. They are also rich in beautiful colors and works which stands out among all. Bridal shawls have become a very important part of winter weddings these days since more and more women have considered these designer wedding shawls as a symbol of their new style statement, which not only makes them look different and outstanding but also equally glamorous. • Stole shawl- A stole shawl is more of like a formal shawl made out of expensive fabric and narrower in shape. These are soft and very comfortable to be worn throughout the year except in heavy winters. They can either be carried across your shoulder or around your neck like a scarf over

3. your dress or gown to have a formal look or even wrapped around your shoulders and arms over ethnic wears to style up or avoid the cool breeze from hurting you.