Shawl in A Sentence

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    A basic shawl is practically indispensable - it can come in quite useful in casual wear situations.

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    A breathtaking romantic strapless evening gown with matching shawl.

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    A cozy day shawl would look out of place on top of a cocktail dress.

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    A nighttime ensemble that calls for chic black slacks, heeled boots and long leather gloves can be accentuated with a thicker shawl in a material such as velvet.

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    A saucy bolero, elegant shawl, faux fur wrap or even a well placed neck scarf can conceal a plunging neckline or back to make a gown more modest.

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    A shawl not only adds some flair to your outfit, it can also keep you warm.

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    A solid shift in a light color is ideal for summer; dress it up with a shawl or light cardigan, jewelry and heels or keep it casual with flip flops or sandals.

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    A tradesman's wife was showing a rent in her shawl and telling how much the shawl had cost; another was saying that all silk goods had now got dear.

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    A white faux fur or velvet wrap, shrug, shawl or hooded cape looks stunning a top a white wedding dress.

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    Above this is the kamarchin, a tunic of colored calico, cloth, Kashmir or Kermn shawl, silk, satin or velvet (gold embroidered, or otherwise), according to the time of the year and the purse and position of the wearer.

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    Add a lovely shawl or matching cardigan jacket for a different look.

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    Add some flair to your fiesta by donning a multi-layered folk dress, shawl and sandals to imitate the famous 20th-century Mexican artist, Frida Kahlo.

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    Adult men (i.e. those over the age of 13) often wear a Tallit or prayer shawl for morning prayer.

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    Adult men (i.e. those over the age of 13) often wear a tallit or prayer shawl for morning prayer.

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    Adversely, halter and short-sleeved styles can be worn in the winter with a beautiful, shimmering shawl.

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    Allow it to hang freely; this will look especially impressive your shawl is detailed with lace or some sort of embellishment.

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    Amid the scattered property and the crowd on the open space, she, in her rich satin cloak with a bright lilac shawl on her head, suggested a delicate exotic plant thrown out onto the snow.

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    Among the accessories are skinny scarves and bags, both knitted and crocheted, a beret, beanie hat and crocheted shawl.

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    An evening purse, shoes, sparkling jewelry and possibly an evening shawl will all help complete your after-five ensemble.

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    An inexpensive way to add a touch of holiday glitter to a somewhat plain gown is by adding a lace shawl embellished with crystals or rhinestones or one made from silk and rayon burnout fabric.

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    And in 1869, a shawl woven by Abel Towler was presented to Queen Victoria 's on her visit to the city.

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    Arrange the shawl collar to sit outside of your cardigan.

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    Bella's silky blue prom dress is unique and recognizable and makes a favorite twilight costume.In addition to the famous blue dress, Bella carries a beaded cream color shawl to the prom.

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    Beyond length, some robes have shawl collars in varying widths and may have belt or zipper closures.

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    Both of these styles are designed to feel soft against the skin, feature a generous "no gap" fit, house a shawl collar, and contain two front pockets.

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    Bring a shawl for when it gets cool in the evening.

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    But just as Daniel was about to go Natasha came in with rapid steps, not having done up her hair or finished dressing and with her old nurse's big shawl wrapped round her.

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    Choose a shawl that matches it exactly but has a contrasting detail (like a touch of lace).

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    Choose a slinky shrug or a shawl to keep your arms and shoulders warm.

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    Conversely, a flowy gown will also look beautiful with a light wrap, shawl, or other layers as the temperatures cool down later in the day during the reception or for an evening wedding.

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    Dancers can wear identical costumes or wear complementing costumes, such as the same dress with a different color shawl or belt for each dancer.

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    Don't save your evening shawl just for those times you attend formal events.

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    Don't underestimate the shawl's ability to do more than just keep you covered!

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    Drape a large cashmere shawl over your upper body, essentially covering your shoulders and upper arms.

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    Fashioned in soft, 100% cotton it has a wonderfully lightweight feel and features a shawl collar and waist belt detail.

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    Flexible for layering - A sleeveless dress can be worn in any weather with a jacket or shawl.

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    Flowers and framed photographs as well as hand-made items like a prayer shawl also make nice gifts.

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    For a bolder impact, the Hollywood satin gown with matching shawl is hard to beat.

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    For example, a cardigan worn over a sleeveless black dress is ideal for daytime; when evening arrives, slip a light shawl or scarf on instead and play up the accessories to the hilt.

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    For nursing, add a bolero or shawl to cover up while in public.

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    Give me out my red shawl, it 's under the cushion.

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    Give me out my red shawl, it's under the cushion.

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    Having at least one plus size white shawl collared blouse for suits in your closet is an easy way to add simple versatility to your wardrobe.

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    Housed in their Terry Bathrobes collection, you'll find bathrobes that are shawl lined, hooded and even one that sports Swarovski crystals.

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    I threw a shawl over my head and ran to prevent them from waking Mr. Earnshaw by knocking.

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    I tried to wear my great beauty Indian shawl at a picnic.

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    If possible, pick a dress that comes with an optional shawl or jacket.

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    If you feel like the sleeves might get warm during the reception dance, consider buying a strappy dress and a bolero jacket or shawl to cover your shoulders.

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    If you think the perfect accessory to nearly any outfit is a scarf or shawl, learning how to wear a pashmina with a scarf clip can broaden your wardrobe options.

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    If your goal is to add a couple of summer jackets to your wardrobe that will transcend the seasons and styles, opt for timeless details like shawl collars, besom or welt pockets, and minimal topstitching or embellishment.

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    In 1890 General Maclean, the British consul-general, reported that there were 650 silk, 40 carpet and 320 shawl looms at work.

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    In a typical scenario, people driving through the area pick up a female hitchhiker who reportedly wears formal attire, a shawl, dancing shoes and holds a clutch purse.

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    In addition, the design of shawl collars flatters the plus size body.

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    In case wearing a shawl is new to you, there isn't one particular way you have to wear it.

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    It features a classic shawl collar, two pockets, and a self-fabric belt with double belt loops.

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    It gives warmth without weight and sumptuous softness combined with features like a stylish shawl collar, decorative piping, and patch pockets.

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    It has a shawl collar and labels that create a ruffle effect.

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    It has lapels, as with us, and is trimmed with gold lace, shawl or fur, or is worn quite plain.

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    It is made of muslin, shawl or cotton cloth among the priests, merchants, bazaar people, the secretary class and the more aged government employs.

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    It is of cloth, shawl or camel-hair cloth, and is lined with silk or cloth, flannel or fur.

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    It is often of considerable value, being of Kashmir shawl, embroidered gauze, &c. A jika, a jewelled feather-like ornament, is often worn at the side of the head, while the front hair, cut to a level with the mouth, is brought up in love-locks on either cheek.

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    It landed on the shawl I was wrapped in and wafted by the breeze, the material smoldered then started to burn.

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    It was covered with a very large embroidered Egyptian shawl, maybe a present from my Egyptian grandparents.

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    It was reddish brown in color, and, so far, in keeping with the gray old shawl.

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    Just as there are several ways to wear a pashmina, there are various ways to sport a shawl over your evening wear.

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    Just because you buy a shawl collared top to go with a particular suit doesn't mean you always have to wear it that way.

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    Lapels can either be peaked or a shawl collar; traditional black tie adherents frown on the popular notch collar.

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    Like most collared shirts, shawl collars create a V-neckline, one of the most flattering lines for full figured women.

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    Make the most stunning evening dress more captivating by adding an evening shawl to your glamorous image.

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    Many costumes have some sort of ornamentation on the bodice, such as a rhinestone cross in the fabric itself, a shawl collar, a shawl accessory, or a belt.

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    Men are also traditionally buried in their prayer shawl after a small tear has been placed in it to signify that it will no longer be used.

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    Merchants generally wear a turban of muslin embroidered in colors, or of a yellow pattern on straw-colored muslin, or of calico, or shawl.

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    Morel, a short sturdy Frenchman with inflamed and streaming eyes, was wearing a woman's cloak and had a shawl tied woman fashion round his head over his cap.

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    Most Persians wear a shah kulah, or night hat, a loose baggy cap of shawl or quilted material, often embroidered by the ladies.

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    Natasha threw off the shawl from her shoulders, ran forward to face "Uncle," and setting her arms akimbo also made a motion with her shoulders and struck an attitude.

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    Old Navy has the Shawl Collar Cable Knit Cardigan with a deep V front.

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    Once you find a great shawl collared blouse to add to your business blouse collection, how can you get the most mileage out of it?

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    One female figure moved forward, wrapping a shawl around Evelyn's shoulders and placing a translator on her ear.

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    One piece of fringe is cut from the shawl, which is done to make it ineffective.

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    Only one color is available in this style, black with a slight paisley finish, but the deep side pockets and distinctive shawl collar makes this look a winner.

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    Over this the ricinium or ricer, a shawl covering the head and shoulders, was worn in early times, and retained by certain priestesses as an official costume; 4 but it gave place to the palla, the equivalent of the Greek himation, and the dress of the Roman women henceforward differed in no essential particular from that of the Greek.

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    Polly ran forward, her yellow shawl streaming in the breeze.

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    Price £ 3.50 + postage Charming shawl with beaded tassels - the ideal evening wear accessory.

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    Princess Mary threw a shawl over her head and ran to meet the newcomer.

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    Protect your upper body from too much sun exposure by draping your sarong around your shoulders like a shawl.

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    Shawl collars range in width from small to large.

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    Shawl Platinum Edition This is a one-button shawl coat, as the name suggests.

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    She also wears a white or light blue head scarf and shawl.

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    She was the first ' acid girl ' to stop wearing a shawl to hide her face in public.

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    She were just wearing a little summer cotton frock, a shawl an ' these silver sandals.

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    Shop at your favorite plus size retailers when looking for a shawl collared blouse.

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    Slip into a pair of dark rinse jeans, throw on a fitted dark top with three-quarter length sleeves and finish by draping an elegant shawl in a contrasting color over your shoulders.

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    Some may allow you to include a shawl, gloves or veil with the dress, while others charge an additional fee for these items.

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    Some silhouettes include those with a button placket and a curved hem or ones that are super long and stretchy, and that come complete with a shawl collar.

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    Special features include a shawl collar, three-quarter length sleeves, side seam pockets, self-tie closures, and contrast back waist and cuffs.

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    Still, you wouldn't want to take a shawl that you wrap up in during the day and try to sport it for a dressy evening event.

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    Suddenly her door opened softly and her old nurse, Praskovya Savishna, who hardly ever came to that room as the old prince had forbidden it, appeared on the threshold with a shawl round her head.

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    The best selection is naturally found during the fall and winter months, but you can definitely track down an elegant shawl in the spring or summer.

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    The body is wrapped in a white burial shroud called a tachrichim, and men are also wrapped in their prayer shawl called a tallits.

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    The carpet-looms at work now number several hundreds, while looms of silk and shawl number less than half what they did in 1890.

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    The chief seat of the woollen industry now is the Punjab, where a considerable number of weavers, thrown out of work by the decline of the shawl industry, have taken to carpet-making.

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    The classic shawl collar detail enhances its elegant style, which can be worn open and loose or secured with the tie belt.

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    The corpse, having been washed and shrouded, is placed in an open bier, covered with a cashmere shawl, in the case of a man; or in a closed bier, having a post in front, on which are placed feminine ornaments, in that of a woman or child.

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    The Dolman Cocoon Plus Shrug is like wearing a shawl that you don't have to continually readjust.

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    The dress has a fitted bodice, ¾ length sleeves and a deep scoop neckline, with shawl collar, decorated with fabric flowers.

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    The exhausted French officer was Ramballe and the man with his head wrapped in the shawl was Morel, his orderly.

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    The finest tannins â like the threads in a silk shawl.

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    The hair, though generally hidden by the char-kadd, is at times exposed and plaited into innumerable little tails of great length, while a coquettish little skull-cap of embroidery, or shawl, or colored silk is worn.

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    The kaftan is confined by the girdle, which is a silk scarf, or cashmere or other woollen shawl.

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    The latter robe sports a shawl collar, two patch pockets, hits at mid calf, and is available in brown, white, beige and pink.

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    The pattern used by officers of the Liverpool Scottish is similar except that it has a black shawl collar edged with white piping.

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    The prayer shawl may be made of silk, wool, or other fabric.

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    The rest of the costume is composed of the tumbun or shalvar, short skirts of great width, held by a running stringthe outer one being usually of silk, velvet, or Kashmir shawl, often trimmed with gold lace, or, among the poor, of loud-patterned chintz or print.

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    The shawl robe features a collar and lapel that is wider than other styles and makes a good choice for those who either prefer an open neck or, once the robe is closed, a complete and secure neck closure.

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    The third jacket in this book is a classic length, double breasted, shawl collar jacket.

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    The woman peeled off her tattered tartan shawl revealing a cascade of amber tresses spilling down her thin back.

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    They have the Notch and Shawl designs as listed above, both available with pleated or non-pleated trousers.

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    They will put on a skull cap (Kippur) and wrap a prayer shawl (Tallit) around their shoulders.

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    This is a very cool hand knitted wool shawl, in a triangular shape, with fringing around the edges.

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    This is the silk used by Betty Barnden in her christening shawl pattern.

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    This sweater is done in a chunky knit that has a shawl collar with a deep plunging front secured by four round buttons.

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    Those who retain native costume wear a very full pair of silk trousers, bright colored stockings (usually pink), and a close-fitting vest with hanging sleeves and kirts, open down the front and at the sides, and long enough to turn up and fasten into the girdle, which is generally a cashmere shawl; a cloth jacket, richly embroidered with gold, and having short sleeves, is commonly worn over the vest.

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    Though sundresses are typically sleeveless, it's not impossible to find styles with small cap sleeves or cover your arms with a light shawl or short sleeve cardigan.

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    Throw a shawl on for times when it is cooler and you will look fashionable no matter what the occasion.

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    Tie a contrasting shawl over the shoulders and another bright scarf over the head.

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    To order your own Northumberland tartan scarf or shawl, please visit the Northumberland " Virtual " Gift Shop.

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    Today a pure shahtoosh shawl can cost up to 20,000 dollars on the international market.

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    Try balancing your body with a shrug or shawl that will ward off the chill while flattering your upper half.

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    Try to find out your teacher's favorite colors before choosing a shawl, and take into consideration the climate when choosing the type of shawl material.

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    Twice Sweater makes the Shawl Collar Deep V Neck Sweater in grey.

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    Two noteworthy styles are the Women's Hooded Turkish Terry Robe and the Women's Spa Line Shawl Collar Terry Robes.

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    Under Mahommedan influence Hindu clothing developed into " suits," consisting of five pieces for men, hence called pancho tuk kapra - (z) head-dress, (2) dhoti, (3) coat, (4) chaddar or sheet, (5) bathing cloth; and three for women, hence called tin tuk - (i) dhoti, (2) jacket, (3) shawl.

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    Unless your baby is very active or hates to be covered up, you can always drape a blanket or shawl over him while he nurses.

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    Versatile, lightweight and available in a number of styles, the shawl serves several purposes.

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    When choosing a coat, look for details that are flattering such as shawl collars, V-neck shapes and interesting button closures with toggles or big buttons.

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    When fall and winter merchandise move in, you'll have better luck finding shawl collared sweaters, jackets and coats.

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    When the wearers are saiyid of the Prophet, a green2 turban is worn, also a kamarband of green muslin, or shawl or cotton cloth.

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    When you find a white blouse with shawl collar, you'll probably want to get it right then and put it with the other business basics you have in your wardrobe.

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    When you go out for the night and you're wearing your most chic little black dress, you may need a shawl to keep the chill off your shoulders if they're bare.

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    When you're indoors and just need a little something extra to keep your shoulders covered and arms lightly protected, consider the ubiquitous shawl.

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    While dramatically wide shawl collars can look fashionable and chic, you don't want anything this wide when paired with a business suit.

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    With stylish detailing, beautiful coverstitching and a flattering shawl collar, this one-button coat is available in sizes to 3X.

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    You can even select matching fabric so custom-made shawl matches your dress.

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    You can forgo containers completely and wrap your gifts in a fleece throw or a fashionable shawl.

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    You might find a sweater with a waist-cinching self-tie belt, a wide shawl collar, a swingy cut or a funnel neck.

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    You'll get more use out of a shawl that can be worn with different dresses.