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Nov132007

Bundle Up

Filed under Uncategorized by donna roberson at 8:49 pm

I recently read a press release that said pashminas are the latest rage in bridal attire. Okay, I know, it’s a press release; take it with a grain of salt. But it did get me thinking . . .

These light cashmere shawls are a great for spring, fall and winter weddings. They come in a variety of weights and colors. For a winter wedding a rich red or green could set off a plain white gown beautifully. Since I’m getting married on a boat, a little something to keep the chill off and add a touch of color would definitely be welcome. I found a midnight blue pashmina – what they call a “ring” pashmina, so light it will fit through the ring you wear on your finger. And my wedding ring happens to be made of sapphires.

I may even get these for my bridesmaids a gifts instead of the traditional jewelry. I have one friend who is always cold, so bundling her up in a shawl would be a fantastic way to thank her for being in the wedding.

Pashmina actually refers to the wool the shawls are made of. It comes from the chin and underbelly of goats raised in the Himalayas. Pure Pashmina is actually rough and goes through a softening process, so it’s often called cashmere. But it’s actually from Tibet, not Kashmir.

Most Pashmina wraps are a combination of Pashmina and silk. They standard ply is the two-ply. A single-ply is ideal for warmer days and usually has more silk.

A top-quality Pashmina wrap usually costs around $200. But wraps can be found for under $100.

If you’re interested in looking at Pashminas online, check out:

www.thepashminastore.com

www.pashminaboutique.com

www.pashminagalleria.com