Pashmina silk is undeniably one of the hottest must-have accessories today. For centuries now, silk has always been associated with nobility, status and high class elegance among the royalties in the East. Now, virtually everyone all over the globe dons the pashmina silk for added elegance and glamour.
Interwoven together, silk and pashmina create an intricate, beautiful masterpiece that is truly as soft as and more beguiling than the plain Pashmina shawls and scarves. Pashmina silk is a combination of silk and pashmina which give it a more satiny finish. Such a combination also makes the shawls stronger and more durable.
Some of the best pashmina silk are produced from Kashmir, India, which is the home of the mountain goat capra hircus. These goats live at an altitude of approximately 10,000 in the harsh temperate regions of the Himalayans. To insulate themselves from the cold, these goats produce fine, soft hair in their underbellies which are culled to make the finest wool in the world. From this fine fleece, women, artisans and craftsmen make the most beautiful pashmina silk on earth.
Pashmina silk is available in many different colors. These shawls can be worn in any occasion. Usually though, pashmina silk comes in shades of pastel such as peach and silver gray, cream, light blue and silver grey although they are also available in bright and brilliant shades such as Royal Blue, burgundy and black with red tassels, among others.
What is known as pashmina can actually be an accessory that is composed of pure pashmina or a blend of pashmina and silk. The composition of the pashmina may vary, but usually the most common blend is 70% pashmina wool and 30% silk. A typical pashmina shawl will measure about 36″x80″, a wrap/stole is about 28″x80″, and a scarf/muffler will be around 12″x60″.
Like the other forms of pashmina, pashmina silk shawls can be used in different ways. Some prefer to drape it around their bridal dress, others use it to cover their heads while others even use it as prayer shawls. It can be used anywhere, anytime, in all types of other. No wonder, indeed, that pashmina silk is the most sought-after shawl in the world.
Silk has always been a highly valued commodity. In the olden days in China, silk was revered so much that it was even used as a form of currency! Silk is made from the cocoons of silkworms which are unraveled until they become one continuous thread. These threads are woven together to produce the beautiful fabric we know as silk. Silk is thought to originate in China as an invention of a Chinese empress. Because of its popular demand, silk became a major commodity. Eventually, silk came to be associated with luxury and wealth. Unlike the olden days, however, silk is available to almost everybody, not just to the very rich or royalty. Despite its high demand however, silk still manages to retain the allure and the sophistication that only a luxurious fabric can rightly provide.
About the Author:
Brenda writes for fashion companies, including
Pashmina International
, who sell
Pashmina Shawls
.
Article Source: ArticlesBase.com – Pashmina Silk
Un-Cut – Chinese Silk Ft. Jenna G[Calibre Remix]
|
|
Waterford China Ballet Ribbon 5 Piece Place Setting $90.00 The Ballet Ribbon pattern owes its contemporary look to a fanciful interpretation of chocolate silk and satin ribbons which caress a dancer’s costume and precious pointed shoes. Like the time-honored techniques of classical ballet, Ballet Ribbon couples t… |
|
|
Chinese Calligraphy Longevity Silk Table Runner $19.95 Make every meal special when you include this elegant runner on your dining table. The table runner is lined in soft satin and accentuated by a decorative Chinese knot tassel at each end. Measurement: 13″W x 80″ L… |
|
|
Beautiful and Elegant Porcelain Chopsticks in Silk Box – Blue & White Set of Two $12.95 Beautiful and distinctive porcelain chopsticks and rests are securely packaged in an elegant and padded silk chopstick box. These make an ideal gift set for friends, weddings and new homes. The elegant silk box measures 10.5 inches by 2 inches by 3 inches…. |
|
|
The Essential Yo-Yo Ma $10.78 All products are BRAND NEW and factory sealed. Fast shipping and 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed…. |
|
|
Cirque du Soleil – Quidam $4.99 CIRQUE DU SOLEIL TAKES ONE OF ITS MOST POPULAR SHOWS, QUIDAM, OUT FROM UNDER THE BIG TOP AND BRINGS IT INTO THE HOME TO ENJOY FOREVER. FEATURING SOME OF THE MOST AWE-INSPIRING ACROBATICSEVER SEEN, QUIDAM IS AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE, WHETHER YOU’RESEEING IT FOR THE FIRST TIME OR RELIVING THE WONDER AND MAGIC…. |
|
|
Geese in the Water Silk Screen (China) $133.99 Add a touch of the East to your home decor with the Geese in the Water Silk ScreenHand-painted Chinese silk paintings are produced by craftsman using traditions handed down over generationsWall decor can fold in four sections |
|
|
Ching Ming Festival Silkscreen (China) $147.99 Add a touch of the East to your home decor with the Ching Ming Festival Silk ScreenOur handpainted Chinese silk paintings are produced individually by a craftsman using traditions handed down over generations |
|
|
‘Cranes in Full Moon’ 18×36-inch Silk Screen Painting (China) $79.99 The Cranes in Full Moon motif depicts beautiful cranes and marsh plants in a wetland at moonrise. Matted with a fine Chinese silk brocade border. This piece comes with lacquered brass geometric hangers for easy mounting. |
|
|
Chinese Evergreen Silk Plant $98.69 Liven up any room in your home with the silk Chinese Evergreen plant. Created of durable silk, this lifelike Chinese evergreen features lush, tropical foliage and includes a stylish wooden planter. It stands 26 inches tall and boasts 106 leaves–enough to inject color and life into any setting. Shop Overstock.com for tremendous savings on a huge selection of home furnishings and decor. |
|
|
A Chinese Kesi Coloured Silk Panel Depicting Daoist Immortals $39.99 A Chinese Kesi Coloured Silk Panel Depicting Daoist Immortals – Giclee Print |
|
|
Summary Of The Principal Chinese Treaties Upon The Culture Of The Mulberry And The Rearing Of Silk Worms… $18.15 Summary Of The Principal Chinese Treaties Upon The Culture Of The Mulberry And The Rearing Of Silk Worms… |