Silk Scarves and Shawls - The Perfect Solution to the Holiday Packing Dilemma!

July 14, 2010

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Trying to pack for a holiday can be a complete nightmare. Unless you are prepared to pay the increasingly expensive cost of excess baggage allowance, there never seems to be enough space in a single suitcase to fit all of your new holiday outfits and still cover all of your bases weather-wise. With a few beautiful hand dyed scarves and one or two silk shawls, however, it is possible to take something for every occasion and still have plenty of room to spare.

Being as light as a feather, silk is the perfect fabric for taking on holiday as it adds next to nothing to the weight of your suitcase. Folded flat, your scarves and shawls can be placed in between other layers of clothes and, because the fabric is so fine, you would barely even know that they were there. Alternatively, you could roll them gently and place them in the corners of your case or tuck them down the sides. When you get to your destination, simply take them out and hang them up, and all but the most stubborn of creases will just fall out naturally or, better still, hang them in the bathroom when you take a shower and let the steam do all the work.

Daytime or nighttime, silk scarves and shawls are the perfect accessories when you are on holiday, no matter where you plan on going. Wrapped around the waist or worn across the whole body as a sarong, they are ideal for those times when you are walking to and from the beach or need to cover up slightly when you nip into a beachside bistro for lunch or take a browse around the nearby shops. Being both light and airy, they keep you wonderfully cool while still providing a look of elegance and luxury. With their stunning array of colors, they make even the plainest bikini or swimsuit look really special. Keep one handy in your bag when you are out on day trips and you won't ever get caught out if you need to cover your head or shoulders when visiting churches, temples or monasteries either.

For evening wear, silk scarves can spice up any outfit and be worn in numerous different ways depending on whether you are going for a quiet meal in a plush restaurant or a night on the town. One of the greatest beauties of some hand painted scarves, however, is that they have different designs on each side, so that you can achieve two entirely different looks without having to try and cram more into your suitcase.

Even in the hottest countries the evenings can sometimes feel cool, and this is when a stunning hand dyed shawl really comes into its own. Whether you are going for the essence of sophistication or the high fashion look, your shawl will offer warmth at the same time as making a stunning personal statement.

Lightweight, easy to pack and extremely versatile, silk scarves and shawls are just the ultimate holiday accessory.

Julia Ann.

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