How to Wear a Pashmina

The Pashmina scarf has evolved from a simple shawl to an elegant accessory that can be worn in a variety of ways. No matter what color or material combination your pashmina scarf is made of, there are many unique ways to wear it so you can create an entirely new look in a matter of minutes. Here are some simple ways to wear a pashmina.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Pasmina scarf
• A single-color outfit
• Mirror

1. Wear the pashimna as a sash. You can wrap the pashmina across your body diagonally and tie it at the side to create a sash. This is an elegant touch for the evening and works especially well with a dress or skirt.

2. Wear a pashmina over the head as a headscarf. This is a classic look from the Far East, and you can wear it in this way on a windy day to keep your hair in place. Wrap it around your head and tie it in front to secure it.

3. Wear the pashmina as a classic scarf. Wear the pashmina around your neck with one end over your shoulder. This adds a touch of color to your neckline, and one side can be left hanging down.

4. Tie your pashmina into a parisian knot. This classic look is very easy to create with a pashmina scarf; just tie the scarf in front of you and let the end hang down. This is a casual look that works well for day or night.

5. Wear the pashmina as a knotted shawl. Instead of wearing the scarf as a classic shawl, wrap it around your shoulders and tie it in front. This is an elegant variation of a simple look and adds a feminine touch to your outfit.

6. Double up your pashmina with a secondary color. Create a two-toned effect by twisting two pashmina scarves together. This works especially well for evenings when you want to add some drama to your look.

7. Wear your pashmina as a simple neckscarf. Let the ends of the pashimna hang behind you and leave the scarf tied around your neck for a simple but elegant look.

8. Create a ladylike shawl out of the pashmina. This is the 'original' pashmina look that has been worn for decades. Wear the pashmina as a shawl to accent a sleeveless dress or top for the evening.

9. Wear the pashmina as a belt. You can wear the pashmina around your waist and let one side hang down; it's a modern twist that makes a great accent to a simple outfit.

Tips & Warnings

• Take care of your pashmina by sending it to the dry cleaners when you need to clean it
• Keep the pashmina in a cool, dry, and clean place when it's not in use
• Choose pashmina scarves that are lined with silk and made with a cashmere blend for the long-term use
• Avoid ironing the pashmina because of its delicate fabric construction

Resources

• The Cashmere Centre
• Pashmina International

[Gracie1402]

on 1/14/2009 I just got a pashmina and had no idea how to wear it- thanks!!

[LilacGirl]

on 4/30/2008 What fabulous ideas.