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These handmade silk muffler are created by the hereditary weavers of Benaras and is a great birthday gift for him. The tools used are very basic in nature- wooden blocks for marking designs on silk. A muffler (also called a scarf) is a piece of textile, often long and narrow, usually worn on or near the head, for warmth, fashion, cleanliness, or religious purposes. In cold climates, a thick knitted muffler (made up of wool) is tied around the neck to keep warm. This is usually accompanied by a warm hat and heavy coat. The craft of knitting garments such as mufflers is an important trade in some countries. In drier, dustier climates, or in environments where there is a lot of airborne contaminants, a thin scarf is often worn over the head to keep the hair clean. With cultural exposure from Europe, these scarves found their way to the western wardrobes too.
In addition to the fact that Vogue Italia’s landmark July issue addressed the appalling lack of black models in fashion spreads, I was psyched to peep the return of the head scarf. And let's face it, I couldn't resist after last week's heated summer scarf discussion. Now that the heat – and humidity – are with us for the next three months, there’s nothing like a pretty silk scarf to cover the wi...
Men’s scarves are a slightly nostalgic men’s accessory that are not seen as often as they used to be. But scarves are appearing more and more frequently in the pages of men’s magazines and are quickly becoming the must-have winter accessory for men. A scarf adds a touch of color to a dark look and looks especially sophisticated when worn with office attire. If a man doesn’t own one, he shoul...
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