The scarf is a coat and a fashion accessory at the same time.
Chalina is a term that comes from chal . The etymological origin of shawl is found in the French word châle , in turn derived from the Persian šāl .
a complement
A shawl, in this context, is a cloth that is less wide than it is long and is placed on the shoulders as ornamentation or as a coat . In Latin American countries, a narrow shawl is known as a chalina .
The Royal Spanish Academy ( RAE ) recognizes another meaning of scarf in its dictionary. A scarf can be a tie used by women and men that is characterized by its long falls.
It can be said that a scarf is an accessory . In America , shawls resemble scarves .
Origins of the scarf
It is believed that scarves originate from the Basque territory and arrived in Latin America in the 16th century by the Spanish conquistadors. Currently it is possible to find wool scarves , cotton scarves and silk scarves , among others.
How to use
Typically, the wearer of a scarf places the end of the garment on one shoulder, wraps it around the neck twice, and leaves it hanging. There are those who place the end of the scarf inside the coat with the intention of keeping it in position.
In other words, there are at least three steps necessary to put on a scarf, although the combinations can change this number as well as the final appearance. The easiest and least aesthetic way to use a scarf is to simply wrap it around your neck to protect it from the cold . However, if we want it to enhance our appearance and combine more effectively with the rest of the clothing, it is recommended to tie a light knot, which will bulk it out and give it more body.
The scarf is one of those accessories or complements that open the doors to a perfect fusion of functionality with fashion. Furthermore, given that due to its materials it usually has a special lightness as well as a good volume, even if it is placed with total care and attention it can give the sensation of spontaneity. This is similar to certain hairstyles that appear natural even though they take several minutes of preparation and product application.
The variety of colors and prints is another reason why this accessory is ideal for enhancing almost any garment. It doesn't matter if we are wearing a casual outfit to go shopping or if we are about to go out to the theater, if it is winter or spring: there is surely a scarf with the perfect combination of colors and materials so that our appearance rises to the next level, generating a greater vertical balance of shapes thanks to highlighting the neck area over the rest of the body.
There are endless models of scarves, with various materials, colors and prints.
Isadora Duncan
The dancer Isadora Duncan ( 1877 – 1927 ) is the protagonist of a tragic story that involves a scarf. This woman was wearing a very long scarf that was flying outside the car in which she was traveling when the fabric got tangled in a tire of the car: thus the scarf ended up strangling Duncan , who lost his life instantly.
Duncan was a pioneer of technology combined with art . In his field he explored electric lighting and its effects on dance performances. In addition, he relied on the principles of Ancient Greece to achieve more natural movements and his own body to enhance the expressiveness of his dance . Without a doubt, his death was one of those absurd and unnecessary events that interrupt the development of a unique career of artistic creation.