Are Ponchos popular in Europe
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I finally saw someone wearing a poncho that looked great: she was a beautiful Hispanic girl of about 11, tall for her age, with hair in French braids, wearing jeans, a black turtleneck (uh-oh--someone didn't warn her about the dreaded "banding" phenomenon) and a medium tan crocheted poncho. It was the right length and proportion and she looked absolutely adorable in it. Maybe that's who these things are for!
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I was thinking of getting one to use on the plane, instead of a pashmina. They'd be great as a blanket, and I wouldn't have to put it in my hand luggage, just wear it.
Now, where can I get a nice cashmere poncho...
Now, where can I get a nice cashmere poncho...
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Oh, they're in Ireland now - a few weeks ago driving around a deejay was discussing them with his callers, and some of the comments were hilarious. "Horse blankets for fat girls," "if you're with a girl and she's not all that, you can flip it over her head if you see your mates coming," and one that set off a firestorm: "they're great for nursing my son". Gack!
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I didn't see them anywhere (I was there Sept 20). Perhaps they will whip them out during the winter, but so far, no. I always see lots of leather coats (long and short styles) and fur coats -- with warm scarves and gloves accompanying them.