Women's
scarves make a strong fashion statement and to make the range more
elaborate and in sync with the ongoing fashions trends, many materials
are being used. Scarves is not just restricted to tying on the heads but
encompasses a wide range of usage, while some women use it for
protection from inclement weather, others use it to create a different
style. They may be hair scarves, beach scarves, football scarves or coat
scarves. Designer scarves may be painted, knitted, hand-woven, hand
painted, handmade, embroidered or machine printed. Cartoon print and
circus print with a hand painted linear look to the designs make an
appearance.
Styles & Patterns
The various styles of ladies scarves include ascot; it is tied with the
wide ends hanging over one another to form a knot; a stickpin holds it
in place. Square scarf folded into a triangle and worn with the point in
front and the knot in the back; ends may tie in the back or tie again in
the front. Also known as a cowboy scarf. Cravat is the piece of fabric
or a scarf tied around the neck; also sometimes another name for a
necktie. Head wrap is any scarf tied to cover or adorn the head,
including "babushkas" and turbans. Jabot is the ruffled,
pleated, embroidered, or lacy trimming worn around the neck and muffler
is usually oblong, worn around the throat. It can be woven or knitted;
originally worn for warmth.
Fabrics
Fabrics for scarves and shawls are unlimited. They include woven,
knits, crochets, sheers, opaques, solids, prints, embroideries and
laces. Silk, cotton, polyester, rayon, acrylic, nylon, wool, cashmere
and metallics are used. Fine silk and challis scarves are screen printed
with simple or intricate designs. Traditional patterns include paisleys,
florals, animals, and geometrics. Colors and design change with fashion
trends. Scarves and shawls are either square, oblong or triangular and
of various sizes. The edges may be rolled, flat hemmed or fringed.
