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Scarves & Stoles are fashion accessories, which may be worn in a number of ways around the body to enhance your look or pep up an otherwise plain appearance. These scarves & stoles are available in a wide range of materials and fabrics, suiting the needs and requirements of the customers. Some of thematerials, which are extensively used in their fabrication include:
Wool Fiber
Wool is one of the most versatile material, which is employed in the fabrication of scarves and stoles. Wool is derived from the fleece of domestic sheep and other hairy animals like Yak, goats, etc., and is a natural animal fiber. What separates wool from hair and fur; it is crimped, has a different texture, it is elastic, and grows in clusters. Wool makes an excellent material for fabricating the scarves and stoles, as it is a non-conductor of heat, highly absorbent and releases less moisture; and thus its property of providing warmth to the body. Wool from different animals varies in quality. It is a material, with which a lot can be done in terms of styles, textures and colours. |
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The Himalayan goat is an excellent source of wool, which is fine in texture. The wool called the Pashmina, derived from this mammal is extremely fragile and is carefully hand spun using handlooms. Various factors determine the quality of wool including yield, colour, staple strength, etc. The most important factor which helps determine the quality and price of the wool is the Fibre diameter.
The wool may be spun, knitted, etc. to manufacture an exclusive range of scarves and stoles. Wool is a light material and is easy to work with. It may be dyed into every possible colour, embroidered, printed on, etc. to get the finest quality and unique scarves and stoles.
Silk Fabric
Silk is a natural protein fiber, which can be woven into textiles. The most common type of silk available is the one obtained from the cocoons of the larvae of the mulberry silk worms. The silk has a shiny appearance, which is eye catching and pleasing. This is owing to the prism like structures of its fibers, which refract the incoming light at different angles. This shiny texture of silk |
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Silk is a wonder material, which can be worn in the hot summers as well as in the extremely chilly winters. As it has excellent absorbing properties, it may be worn during summers. Whereas the low conductivity of the fabric makes it an ideal material for winters, as it keeps the warm air close to the body. Thus silk scarves & stoles area must in every woman's wardrobe. The silk is a woven fabric; and it is therefore, the weave of the fabric that determines the strength and longevity of the same. A number of varieties of silk are available in the market as per their texture and finish. The most expensive silk is feather light, i.e. it has no weight at all. The scarves and stoles made from silk fabric may be embroidered, printed, beaded, etc. to enhance their look and appeal.
Cotton Fabric
Cotton is the most important of all the natural fibers known to mankind. Cotton is a staple fiber, which is soft in texture. It grows in the form of small balls around the cotton seeds. The cotton fiber is extensively spun into yarn or is threaded to fabricate textiles. The cotton cloth is airy, soft, breathable, etc. and is the most common fiber to make clothing items. |
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The cotton fibers have a natural twist, so it becomes easy to spin them into a yarn, which is soft yet strong. It is a good material to wear during summers, owing to its sweat absorbing properties. Cotton scarves and stoles are an ideal accessory, which may be worn during the summer months over ethnic and western wear.
Velvet Fabric
Velvet is a fabric, which is made from different kinds of fabrics woven together. It was once considered a fabric fit for the royalty. The fabric is found in a number of weaves and textures and can be found in a myriad of colours. Velvet is a tufted material, in which the cut threads are very evenly distributed, thus, giving it a different feel. Though the fabric is difficult to clean, dry cleaning it is a good option.
The velvet fabric is primarily made from silk, but cotton may also be used. The velvet fabric made from cotton often has less luster, as compared otherwise. With the coming in of technology, synthetic velvets have also been developed, which are mostly made from polyester, nylon, viscose, acetates and mixtures of different synthetics or natural fibers. Velvet may also be made using linen, wool, etc. |
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Velvets are generally available in a number of colors including blue, burgundy, black, garnet, gold, purple, midnight blue, forest green, etc.
Velvet thus, makes for an ideal option to make scarves and stoles. These scarves and stoles give a luxurious feel and may be worn with any outfit.
Rayon Fabric
Owing to the high luster quality of the fabric, it appears shiny. It possesses chemical elements like carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. Rayon scarves and stoles are available with a number of designs and patterns. It is supposed to be a very feminine fabric, which is thin in texture yet beautiful.
Polyester Fabric
Polyester is an artificial fiber, which is made from polymer. Polyester is a less absorbent material as compared to cotton. The scarves and stoles made from polyester are crease resistant, dry quickly, have shape retention, are high in strength and abrasion resistant; i.e. they are easy to maintain.
Chiffon Fabric
Chiffon is a sheer, woven fabric, which is extremely light in weight. Thin in appearance it is made using twisted yarn of silk, rayon and nylon. What makes chiffon an ideal fabric to make scarves and stoles is its thin, layered and grainy texture. Chiffon scarves are ideal for summers, as they are light in weight and flowing in texture, thus, giving them a very summery feel. The chiffon scarves are often decorated with applique work, beads, sequin work, mirror work.
Beads, Stones, & Metals
Apart from fabrics, stones, beads and various metals are often used in the fabrication of elegant scarves. These scarves are an ideal accessory to pep-up your outfit. Beads are light in weight and are often made from plastic and are available in myriad of colours. Thus, different coloured beads are beaded together with the help of fine threads to get an exquisite scarf or stole. |
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