Capes and ponchos are a perfect alternative to jackets and coats. They give a unique look in WINTER AND SUMMER.
You can adopt a casual style by wearing a poncho with jeans or opt for a more chic style with the fur poncho by putting it over a dress. For lack of a better term, the terms "cape" and "poncho" are often used together, even though they are both different. often used together, even though they are two distinct pieces with their own
characteristics.
WHAT IS A CAPE?
A cape is a wide garment that drapes around the shoulders. It looks a lot like a shawl and has NO darts or armholes. Capes generally do not have a built-in hood and do not fasten at the front of the bust. They only cover the back, arms, and shoulders of the person wearing it. Capes are generally shorter than
coats and, above all, tend to fall over the hips and thighs.
In addition, capes have a long history. They were common in medieval Europe.
Their origins date back to the ancient Germanic peoples who wore fur capes to protect themselves from the cold and rain. Capes were also worn by the clergy during official events and by kings and knights who wore them in luxurious materials to enhance their prestige.
Today, capes ponchos are a true fashion accessory in their own right. We see many women preferring capes to coats for evening events because, unlike a coat that wrinkles and hides our outfits, a cape protects the delicate fabric of the evening outfit and highlights it.
the delicate fabric of evening outfits and highlights it.
WHAT IS A PONCHO?
Unlike a cape, a poncho has a head opening. It also has no sleeves or armholes and is essentially a large square of fabric with a head opening in the center. It often has an additional piece of fabric
additional piece of fabric that serves as a hood.
The poncho is a traditional garment originating from South America.
For many years, indigenous populations made ponchos to protect themselves from the rain and cold without restricting their movements. movements. South American ponchos are known for their bright and festive colors. bright and festive colors. Today, modern ponchos have the same shape, but they are made with different patterns and materials. but they are made with different patterns and materials, such as cashmere or wool. In summary, a poncho slips over the head, while a cape is thrown over the shoulders.the shoulders. One is completely closed and is put on only by passing the head through the hole. the head through the hole and the other is worn like a large scarf that
wraps around the bust.