Pashmina Shawls for Bridesmaid's Gifts?

I don't think those loose-knit wraps mentioned above can possibly be as warm as a pashmina shawl. Pashmina (cashmere) is famous not simply because it is soft, but because the insulation capability is so extraordinary. The fibers are quite thin (around 14 microns, as opposed to the average human hair, around 100 microns), and they have a natural micro-kinky structure. That gives the fiber a lot of elasticity and also provides tiny bubbles that trap the air and provide insulation. Sheep wool is generally rather straight, by contrast, and depends to a large extent on the "scales" of the fiber to catch the air. Those same scales can be irritating to the skin. In short the appeal of pashmina is that it is soft AND extraordinarily warm (for its weight). It is sort of like those "space blankets" that were popular a few years ago: they seem like a sheet of aluminum foil backed up by a skin of plastic, but they are more effective than a horse blanket as far as keeping you warm. So is pashmina

I love it! Im going to give it to my girls as well. Exclusivelyweddings.com has them with engraving on it. I might have my girls initials engraved on it. Im getting married in march so it just might be chilly in NY.

Woman love the feel of cashmere!

There is something so sensual and luxurious about cashmere that most women are big fans of a cashmere scarf. The softness of a cashmere scarf around the neck or shoulders is pure luxury. Scarves can come in all different materials, but nothing really seems to compare to wearing one that is made of cashmere.

If you are looking for something simple that can be worn everyday, then you may want to try the Pure cashmere Scarf from Pashmina Boutique. This scarf is long enough to drape along your shoulders for a chilly afternoon, and is as soft as they come. You are also able to purchase one in several different colors, all of which are fairly neutral so they will be able to match with everything. The Women's Cashmere Scarf from Travel Smith is also a fine choice with its oversized and very soft.-BelleNew.com

I'm going to get my BM pashmina's too, but I absolutely cannot decide on whether I should get the 3-ply or the 2-ply. I've read one review that the 3-ply is way too heavy (comparing it to a throw blanket-weight)....but then other reviews say that's the way to go in the winter....I just cannot pull the trigger!!

I'm buying from The Pashmina Store I think.

Pashmina Shawls will make a great addition to a wedding event. It works for all formal dresses like a charm. Symrik offers a beautiful line of handmade 100% Cashmere Pashmina that works very well for formal events as they are not heavy and they are still pure cashmere. At the moment Symrik's cashmere comes in two sizes shawls and scarfs. Shawls will work perfect for Brides, Bridesmaid, Mother-in laws and any guest with their formal dresses, scarfs work beautifully as wedding favors. The scarfs are gender neutral and can be worn with casual dresses as well. Find them all at www.symrik.com

Check cashmere scarves here: Cashmere scarves by Krista Elsta Knitwear