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2006-10-31 10:22:25 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities History

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According to the Oxford English Dictionary, pashm, from the Persian word for "wool," refers to the underfur of certain Tibetan animals, particularly goats, commonly used for the making of shawls. In contrast, pashmina, as seen on the Internet, in fashion magazines and mail-order catalogues, is a textile blend of silk and cashmere.

The pashmina garment commonly advertised on the internet and in shops is usually a 80/20, 70/30 or even a 50/50 blend of cashmere and silk. This is said to produce a strong yet supple, lightweight, luxurious wrap for evening or day-time wear. Most vendors claim that the wool in their pashmina is produced by very special Himalayan goats. Cashmere refers to the fine wool from the undercoat of these Kashmir goats.

2006-10-31 10:33:18 · answer #1 · answered by the_lipsiot 7 · 1 0

Hey miwtsmlw,

Pashmina is the current buzzword of the fashion industry and this season’s must have for the status seekers. The pashmina wrap is now regarded as an essential component of the modern woman’s wardrobe. A simple shawl costs $500.00 and can be found popping up everywhere…from Nieman Marcus to ebay.com, in fashion magazines and on celebrities.

2006-10-31 18:30:02 · answer #2 · answered by BuyTheSeaProperty 7 · 0 1

Pashmina is an almost generic name for accessories made from a type of wool that is obtained from a special breed of goat endemic to high altitudes of the Himalayan Range Belt of Asia.

2006-10-31 18:33:28 · answer #3 · answered by poppet 6 · 0 0

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