The origin of shawls can be traced back more than 700 years .There are many interesting and exciting styles in shawls. Using a shawl is more of a fashion statement for many. A shawl is very important at some events or occasions and in some religions or rituals.
Amongst the kinds of shawls available, pashmina shawl is one of the most popular and sure to keep you warm. Pashmina shawls are made from the finest cashmere wool available in the world. It is combed from the underside of the Himalayan Mountain goat, in order to produce one shawl requires the wool from 3 goats. The goats are not harmed in the process as the wool is collected after being shed naturally.
The other common kind of shawl is the Russian shawl. Shawls have been part of Russian Women’s clothing since the 18th Century. Russian manufacturers introduced worsted weaving yarns and began producing their shawls. The well known Russian shawls are those made in Pavlovo Posad factory. These shawls are very colorful and come in a variety of designs. Another Russian shawl is the Orenburg shawls. These are woven shawls made entirely by hand. They are handspuned and handknitted from the finest down of goats.
Cashmere shawl is yet another kind of superior quality shawl. Cashmere shawls are one of the most renowned in india. Cashmere Shawl are the most feminine and graceful in the world.
Jamawar shawls is yet another kind of shawl in contemporary trends. Jamawar shawls include Paisley Shawls, Jacquard Shawls and Viscose Jamawar Shawls. Jamawar Shawls with intricately woven designs add a totally new look to ones attire.