Preethi Ravi tells you how you can add to your style quotient with scarves and stoles
Scarves and stoles are the new fashion attire for this season. Scarves are worn by both men and women. A scarf or a stole is typically worn for reasons like mannerism, cleanliness, for warmth, or just to compliment a costume.
The difference between a scarf and a stole is, a scarf is a short piece of fabric that can be draped at different positions and in different ways at the neck or head. And Stoles are long and are mostly wrapped and carried about the shoulders or arms and can be worn around the neck too. But both serve the same purpose.
"During summers we do not get something to hold on to, but as winter storms in the softness of the scarves brushing against my skin feels warm and comfy," says Paul Avijit, who is 23 years old.
Scarves and stoles are available in a large variety ranging from simple to decorative ones. While the simple ones are the scarves which have myriad colours and are plain. Whereas, the decorative scarves, as the name suggests are more elaborately done.
These decorative scarves are embellished with crystals and beautiful lacework or embroidery adding to its beauty. A printed scarf works well with a plain outfit and a plain one if you are wearing prints.
"I mostly prefer plain stoles as it suits my gender and personality, adds Paul Avijit.
Scarves are made from wool, cashmere, pashmina, angora, cotton, linen, silk, synthetic materials or a combination of any of these. Wear woollen and silk scarves in winter which helps you keep warmth. To get protection during summer cotton and linen in summer is deducible.
Scarves add a strong element of style especially when they advance colour to an otherwise nerdy and sober outfit. "I like wearing stoles because it adds to my complexion and charisma. And it gives a very distinctive look on me, says Aishwarya Jayasimha, a college student.
Stoles are meant for variety reasons like to stay warm, as an accessory or sometimes to hide problem areas for women.
"I drape the stole over the shoulders to hide the problem areas or to cover my neck during cold season and I like pairing the stole on a party dress or casual wear like short top and jeans pants, which gives an attractive look ,"said Hiral Khona, a young IT professional.
Scarves and stoles are elegant and fashionable. Scarves and stoles accolades the mundane look and defines a style statement. It's the most stylish attitude for this season.