| Kashmir | From the Kashmir goat, a hair fiber found in Kashmir India, Tibet, Iran, Iraq, China, Persia, Turkestan, and Outer Mongolia. It is often mixed with wool or synthetics to cut costs and improve the wear. It is found in all weaves but mostly plain or twill, and it is found in all knits. The fiber is cylindrical, soft and silken, more like wool than any other hair fiber. It has a very soft silky finish; very light in weight, and doesn't stand up to hard wear on account of extremely soft downy finish. The natural fiber is white, black, brown or gray but can be died a variety of shades. It also comes in different weights. The textile industry is only interested in the soft fibers. Knitted into sweaters for men and women, also women's dresses, it is often combed and sold in tops and noils.
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