Scarf: A Style Quotient

If you cut any beautiful cloth in a beautiful shape and tie it around your neck, head or hips. It can be called as a scarf. Scarf is used in cold places to protect head and ears from cold. Now a days people are using it for style in all seasons. You will find scarves in every color and style.

It was Ancient Rome who invented scarf. But they invented it not to protect themselves from cold but to keep themselves clean. In Latin scarf is named as sudarium but in English its name is scarf only. It was used to clean sweat from face and neck and is largely used in deserted areas. Men used scarf to clean their face and neck and put it on their neck or tie it on their belts but now a days it has become the part of the fashion.

The most common type of scarves used is embroidered scarf, silk scarf, designer scarf, head scarf, neck scarf, animal paint scarf, cotton-linen scarf, kids scarf, velvet neck scarf, winter scarf, fur scarf, knit scarf, etc. These scarves are made by designers, woven, knitted or machine made or just simply handmade. Just have a look at some of the scarf styles.

Embroidered scarves contain traditional style embroidery which makes it different from other type of scarves. These scarves contain a style which was used during Roman times. These scarves show the fantastic display of the work of art done by experts. Embroidered scarf is used in hot season but there is another type of scarf made of wool which is used in cold weather. It is so comfortable and warm that it is a favorite piece of knitted wool in winter. Wool is prepared from the fleece of sheep.

Handmade scarves are also a beautiful piece of art from fabric paint experts. It comes mainly in bright colors and everybody's hot favorite. Painting is done on cotton, wool, chiffon, satin or georgette. Hand painted scarves are worn around neck, hips, head, as a beach dress and also matched with any type of cloth.

Silk scarf was invented during 1000 BC. It was first used by the warriors of a renowned Chinese Emperor Cheng in winters to keep them warm. Now people use it all season. It has become a style quotient of many people and ads a spark to the personality.

Beaded scarf is made up of beautiful small beads of different color and size. Beads give a special look to the scarf. Different designs of beads are made on a long piece of cloth. Mostly people prefer white and shiny beads. Beads form an exclusive design on scarf.

Whatever scarf you like and choose, it will always make your personality spark. It is a beautiful accessory worn both by men and women

Cotton scarf is now becoming part of both men and women's fashion. It comes in different styles and apparel for varied purposes that it shall serve. Or you can try cashmere scarf.