Cindy & WendyCindy & Wendy Large Soft Cashmere Silky Pashmina Solid Shawl Wrap Scarf for Women

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This scarf is absolutely not 50% cotton/50% viscose as the description claims. My guess is that it is acrylic. I know this because I tried to dye it using fiber reactive dyes and the dye did not set in at all. If it were a cotton/viscose blend, I would not have this issue. (Fiber reactive dye works on cellulose based fibers, and cotton and viscose are both cellulose based). I am an experienced dyer, so it's not my error. It is the material.

Not exactly what I was expecting. I bought the Light Blue scarf for a Christmas gift. I wanted something that looked nice for a decent price, and after scouring products and reviews I chose this scarf. The reviews and pictures made it sounds like it was super soft, a little silky, and warm without being heavy- everything I was looking for. Now that I have it, I'm kind of disappointed. First thing I noticed was the color was a little darker than the baby blue in the picture. No big deal because of monitor color differences and all that, I understand. The softness is so-so. The weight is what I'd expect for a thin cotton scarf. It's thin, but not see-through thin. The fringe is shabbier than the picture. And there is no silky sheen at all, which in this case makes the scarf look of lesser quality than what the picture shows. The size appears to be accurate. It is warm without being too warm. If I had purchased this for myself I probably would've been okay with it, but as I said before, I wanted something a little nicer for a gift. And it came with a stain. Seeing as how I need a gift in two days, I don't have time to return and look for another, so I'll have to try to get the stain out. Just from looking at it I fear it will start to pill if I wash it.Overall, it's similar, but not as nice, as the picture and reviews. It's a decent scarf, but I probably could've gone to a box store and gotten something nicer looking for the same price. If you're looking for a large, warm wrap/scarf for wearing around the house or in cool weather to keep the air off your skin, you'll probably like it. I would not say it's nice enough for an event, like a wedding or nice party.

When it’s cool or cold I always have a scarf on. I’m all about function but they are cute too. The reason I like a scarf is if you’re not cold pull it down and it still looks good. But if I get a little cold I discovered that if I can warm my neck then I can regulate my body temperature. Plus in St Louis weather is unpredictable so if a quick storm comes up I pull it up over my head to get to the car. A lot of times in the winter I find I like a quilted vest and a scarf. Being menopausal my temperature is all over the map but a scarf can come and go In seconds whereas you pretty much have to keep a top on. And of course you feel fancy!

I purchased this scarf to wear over a sleeveless dress I own, and I was very surprised when I received it. It is a heavier weight, something you might wear with a winter coat. I probably should have noticed that it is 50% cotton or the word "cashmere" in the item description! I was thinking about sending it back, but it is absolutely beautiful and I know I can wear it this Fall/ Winter. There's really nothing wrong with the scarf, but it is not your go-to pashmina for warm summer nights.