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Je Ne Sais Quoi Aspen Green Shawl

Aspen green for a timeless you. Express your joy for spring with the Je Ne Sais Quoi Aspen Green Shawl.

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Je Ne Sais Quoi Blue Ivory Kashmir Shawl

What’s makes a woman stand out in a crowd? This question has lingered for thousands of years and philosophers as timeless as Plato have struggled to come up with a suitable answer. The French just say she has a certain “Je Ne Sais Quoi.” Translated in English it means quite literally: “I don’t know what,” and this mystic, this searching desire to define is the inspiration for our Je Ne Sais Quoi line of shawls.

The beautiful and timeless pieces that you find in our spring collection are a testament to the founder of the company who believes in helping women who can’t decide what to wear.

Je Ne Sais Quoi Pink Ivory Kashmir Shawl

With this boundless desire and inspiration to help, the goal is to ensure that as a discerning woman of timeless fashion, the right selection of “what to wear” can be made in the blink of an eye. Of course, if you do wear one of these shawls, you’ll no doubt stand out and when people remark of your ‘Je Ne Sais Quoi,’ you and only you will know the real secret.

The Je Ne Sais Quoi collection is also for mothers and the woman who has grown graceful in age. The pastel and white/ivory colors are perfect since they provide the warmth and comfort that only pastel and white can give. As a gift to a mother you can do no better than one of these timeless and beautiful shawls.

Each shawl in the collection has been designed, colored and embroidered with allure in mind. We have gone above and beyond especially where colors are concerned and everything from subtle creams and lavender to the much bolder greens peppered with the a rainbow of colors have gone into making Je Ne Sais Quoi collection a sight to behold.

Je Ne Sais Quoi Lavender Ivory Kashmir Shawl

Of course each shawl comes with the usual Kashmir Company staples so the timeless and artistic beauty that emanate from the lush and historic region of Kashmir enriches every piece in the collection. The Je Ne Sais Quoi Aspen Green Shawl piece for instance, comes with a rich tapestry of floral motifs that draws you in and rewards you with stunning aesthetic appeal. The green reminds you of the effervescent charm of nature and the crisp breeze that makes spring an equinox worthy of unending praise.

Your wardrobe will thank you for breathing fresh life through our Je Ne Sais Quoi line of shawls. Each time you wear a shawl from the collection you’ll be guaranteed a splendid reception. You’ll glow under the adoration and praise that comes with wearing such artistic and timeless beauty—genuine works of art that have helped define fashion for hundreds of years.

There’s a color for everyone so why not add your slice of Je Ne Sais Quoi to your wardrobe today.

Je Ne Sais Quoi Pink Ivory Shawl – Seasons – The Kashmir Company

Je Ne Sais Quoi Blue Ivory Shawl – Seasons – The Kashmir Company

Je Ne Sais Quoi Mimosa Ivory Shawl- Seasons – The Kashmir Company

Je Ne Sais Quoi Lavender Ivory Shawl – Seasons – The Kashmir Company

Your taste in fashion accessories is of course a lot more sophisticated than most and this probably means that you are partial to stepping out wearing your favorite dress for a fine evening.

Given the cold winter evenings however, you may find yourself struggling to accessorize while retaining your glamorous appeal. If this happens, your best is draping a Kashmiri shawl over your dress. Unfortunately this is easier said than done which is why we’ve put together this handy style guide for how to wear a shawl. Nothing fancy or too complicated, just plain simple tips on how to make a shawl accentuate your style as you enjoy the sights and sounds of evenings this winter.

There are essentially three main styles that make wearing a shawl an absolute delight—any, we do many any will help you stand apart from every other woman inside that restaurant or party—guaranteed. Let’s get right into it…

Front Accent Drape

The Passion Ignited Kashmir Shawl

Shawls have become modern staples of elegance and no other style of wearing them keeps true to this modernity like the front accent drape. Here’s what you do: If the shawl is rectangular, hold it lengthwise and drape it across your chest. From there simply throw the ends backwards over your shoulders. The end result should be your shawl comfortably draped over the front section of your dress. In this look the shawl is the center piece and as such should only be used when your dress needs something else to bring it off.

Warm Elegance Look

Snow White in San Francisco Kashmir Shawl

Shawls are perfect for winter but they are not exclusive winter apparel. In those warmer months you can still adorn yourself with the rich elegance of a shawl. Once you know how to wear a shawl in dynamic ways they truly become a delight to own. This is how you pull this off: Simply drape a rectangular shawl across your back—lengthwise of course—then gently pull the ends forward over your upper arms. The ends should naturally gather in the inner crooks of your elbows, leaving much of the shawl over your back.

The “Two-shoulder” Drape

Red Magic Kashmir Shawl

Known as the ‘style of the fashionistas,’ the Two-shoulder drape has become the de facto style for women looking to add elegance to their favorite low-cut dress and is a must-have technique for how to wear a shawl. This is what you do: Start by folding a square shawl along a diagonal path to create a triangle. Once that is done, drape the triangle over your shoulders; when you do this ensure that the tip of the triangle points downwards and aligns smack in the middle of your shoulder blades. The other ends of the shawl will find a natural place over your shoulders and some portion over your chest.

There are of course countless other styles that will get you up to speed on how to wear a shawl. You can do some further reading here but in the main, the three styles outlined above are all you need.

Don’t forget too that the Kashmir Company is the authority on all things Kashmiri shawls and we stock a wide variety of shawls and scarves to suit any occasion. You can take a look at our exquisite winter collection by clicking here.

And don’t forget to leave a comment or tip below; as always, we’d love to hear from you.

Valentine Rose – Leech Raymond 1949

February 14 is around the corner—again, and if you are like most partners, you are busy thinking about what gifts to get your other half. Since getting it wrong is not an option, we thought we’d put together this handy little guide so that come February 15^th, you can at least look your other half in the eye and keep love brewing for the rest of 2013. So, without any rambling, here are five awesome ideas for selecting the perfect Valentine’s Day gift.

Tip #1 – Get the day marked on your digital calendar 

The Renewal Shawl

We all lead busy lives and whether you’re a man looking to get something for a woman or vice versa, the daily hustle and bustle can lead you strapped for time. Aiming off here is key and so the first thing one should do is make a list of key dates in the timeline that will influence the day itself. Let’s say for example you’ve decide to get the Spiced Sausalito Shawl for her this Valentine’s Day, you’d need to order it in good time to ensure delivery before the big day. Most online merchants have fast shipping as part of their sales process but this means nothing unless you aim off properly.

Tip #2 – Strike the right balance

Depending on the stage of your relationship with that special someone, your efforts this year will and should be tailored accordingly. This means choosing the right Valentine’s Day gift to match the status of the relationships. If you’ve got lots of cash on hand and want to make a big “I love you” statement, then getting something greater than your run of the mill flowers and candy might be necessary. On the other hand, if things are just developing, you want to keep your gift in line with where things are at. For this purpose, functional gifts like scarves, shoes or handbags are suitable. They say “I care” without making too much of a push for massive reciprocation.

Tip #3 – Tread carefully where lingerie is concerned 

The Christmas Story Shawl

Valentine’s Day is associated with romance for sure and lots of men focus on one type of gift round about this time of year—lingerie. While it may be tempting to rush down to a nearby Victoria’s Secret and get something sexy for her, it bears to remember that Valentine’s Day is more about her and very little about you. Women especially like to boast about what they got on Valentine’s Day and often this involves taking the stuff to work and showing to it friends. Something sexy and discreet may not be ideal for that so keep that in mind when contemplating lingerie.

Tip #4 – If all else fails at least get a card

For people on a budget or those who have a tough time selecting gifts, it helps to remember that Valentine’s Day is a day for doing at least one thing—you simply can’t afford to let the day pass without at least one gesture. To that end, you should get at Valentine’s Day card at a minimum. You know your partner better than anyone so don’t hesitate to pick a card that conveys all the emotions expected of the moment. Funny or witty cards always do the trick and the time-tested cupid-laden Valentine’s Day card has never failed.

Tip #5 – Create a lessons-learned file 

Walk in the Headlands Shawl

This last tip is perhaps the most enduring and followed correctly, you can have smooth-sailing Valentine’s Day gift selection for years to come. The idea is to keep a personal note of the hiccups you have when you select gifts for your partner. It’s not enough to keep it in your head—that won’t help since little details will be forgotten. What didn’t she like about the gift last year? Was it the colour, the size of the gift? All these details must be recorded. When it comes to selecting that gift next year all you have to do is reference your lessons learned file and you’ll be good to go.

So there you go; five super tips to get your mind buzzing with gift ideas this Valentine’s Day. Don’t forget that your search for the perfect gift doesn’t have to be long and painful. The Kashmir Company stocks a wide selection shawls and scarves which have been making perfect Valentine’s Day Gifts for well over 300 years. You can pick up a shawl or scarf from anyone of our flagship online stores where fantastic gifts abound.

To browse our Kashmir Seasons Collection click here. Or click here to browse the wide selection from the Kashmir Company line.

Last but not least leave a tip or a comment below. We’d love to hear from you.

Painting courtesy – British impressionist painter | Raymond Leech 1949
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