There’s something enchanting about wintry afternoons. As the soft rays of the sun warm your soul and a hot cup of coffee recharges your body, just drape a stole around the body to make the scene picture-perfect.
A decorative history
Indeed, the stole or shawl was a mere add-on to one’s wedding finery in the past. They also formed an integral part of the trousseau for winter weddings. People were familiar with only one kind of shawl – the expensive Pashmina from Kashmir. The traditional shawl has diversified since then, but the Jamevar continues to be popular. In fact, all of India used the Pashmina shawl, leading to its huge demand in the early 90s. Cashmere Pasham was imported from China and blended with silk to make the accessories.
But today, stoles are a style statement by themselves!
Any time stoles
Parties and formal functions simply can’t do without a stole. Even a romantic date or wedding preparations seem so much more complete with a stole draped around the shoulders. Stoles denote style, luxury, comfort and even versatility. They go well with western outfits and look great with trousers, skirts and suits. For the traditional saree wearer, the stole is the perfect complement.
There is good news for the future as well. Stole manufacturers are coming out with an all-weather range that will suit both formal and casual wear. Young people find stoles easy to carry; specially the jamevar ones are a treasure of joys. Instead of embroidery, shawls carry jamevar designs teamed with sequins, beads and crystals. Eminent designers are of the opinion that the dupatta will be replaced by traditional shawls and contemporary stoles while incorporating the wedding trousseau. So all those doubts can be laid to rest!
Wedded to stoles
What’s the best stole for your wedding day? Check out the worth of the fabric rather than the glitter. Take the shahtoosh – a shawl so fine that it could pass through a ring. But being woven with the down hair of the Tibetan antelope has caused it to be banned, and its place has been taken over by the Pashmina. Such cashmere shawls have been woven in Kashmir and Nepal for many years, and can be tested for their warmth and feel. The production is done in handloom, and brings forth hand-crafted magic! The jamevar is a blend of wool and sometimes cotton with the brocaded part woven in silk or pashmina.
For two decades, the jamevar shawl has withstood time and trends – right from the Mughal period to now. Unlike stoles and shawls, capes and ponchos have lost their steam. Once the favourite of young girls and ladies, they have been replaced by shawls for D day attires.
There’s more in the offing as innovations make their way in. Designers are putting together a few shawls to make spectacular jackets, dresses, gowns, sarees and even bags! The any-season-any-reason range can make the wearer stand out in a crowd. Long coats and kurtas made from shawls can become cherished heirlooms for young women entering a precious relationship, as their detailed work makes them gorgeous to receive.
So come out, one and all, with your collection of shawls. For sheer luxury, elegance and comfort, nothing comes close to a stole!
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A decorative history
Indeed, the stole or shawl was a mere add-on to one’s wedding finery in the past. They also formed an integral part of the trousseau for winter weddings. People were familiar with only one kind of shawl – the expensive Pashmina from Kashmir. The traditional shawl has diversified since then, but the Jamevar continues to be popular. In fact, all of India used the Pashmina shawl, leading to its huge demand in the early 90s. Cashmere Pasham was imported from China and blended with silk to make the accessories.
But today, stoles are a style statement by themselves!
Any time stoles
Parties and formal functions simply can’t do without a stole. Even a romantic date or wedding preparations seem so much more complete with a stole draped around the shoulders. Stoles denote style, luxury, comfort and even versatility. They go well with western outfits and look great with trousers, skirts and suits. For the traditional saree wearer, the stole is the perfect complement.
There is good news for the future as well. Stole manufacturers are coming out with an all-weather range that will suit both formal and casual wear. Young people find stoles easy to carry; specially the jamevar ones are a treasure of joys. Instead of embroidery, shawls carry jamevar designs teamed with sequins, beads and crystals. Eminent designers are of the opinion that the dupatta will be replaced by traditional shawls and contemporary stoles while incorporating the wedding trousseau. So all those doubts can be laid to rest!
Wedded to stoles
What’s the best stole for your wedding day? Check out the worth of the fabric rather than the glitter. Take the shahtoosh – a shawl so fine that it could pass through a ring. But being woven with the down hair of the Tibetan antelope has caused it to be banned, and its place has been taken over by the Pashmina. Such cashmere shawls have been woven in Kashmir and Nepal for many years, and can be tested for their warmth and feel. The production is done in handloom, and brings forth hand-crafted magic! The jamevar is a blend of wool and sometimes cotton with the brocaded part woven in silk or pashmina.
For two decades, the jamevar shawl has withstood time and trends – right from the Mughal period to now. Unlike stoles and shawls, capes and ponchos have lost their steam. Once the favourite of young girls and ladies, they have been replaced by shawls for D day attires.
There’s more in the offing as innovations make their way in. Designers are putting together a few shawls to make spectacular jackets, dresses, gowns, sarees and even bags! The any-season-any-reason range can make the wearer stand out in a crowd. Long coats and kurtas made from shawls can become cherished heirlooms for young women entering a precious relationship, as their detailed work makes them gorgeous to receive.
So come out, one and all, with your collection of shawls. For sheer luxury, elegance and comfort, nothing comes close to a stole!
Get discount while shopping at Utsav
DISCOUNT CODE: Blog10
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