A Guide to Handkerchiefs
Nowadays, people are looking for more sustainable ways to catch colds and the handkerchief is a perfect solution! However, handkerchiefs also serve a multitude of purposes other than just blowing your nose!
Handkerchiefs are reliable and versatile, being used for everything from cleaning up spills, blotting perspiration on a hot summers day or even wiping dust and smears from your glasses!
The handkerchief isn't purely functional though: they can be an affordable and easy way to add style to any outfit, such as a pocket square in a gentleman's top pocket at a formal event. Handkerchiefs don't have to be fancy, a plain white one will do, however there is a wide range of designs and colours to choose from to compliment your own style or add a touch of class
with personalised embroidery!
10 Different Ways to Use the Humble Handkerchief:
ACCESSORIZE: Add a touch of class or style to any outfit, such as a pocket square in a gentleman's top pocket at a formal event!
MOMENTS OF EMOTION: Being gentler on skin and extremely absorbent, handkerchiefs are great for wiping away tears of joy or sadness! Be prepared for when emotions bubble over!
SENTIMENTAL KEEPSAKES: An embroidered or personalised handkerchief makes a great sentimental keepsake such as a token wedding gift to a bride or groom
SNACK WRAP: Carry your small food items without the need for plastic! You can also use the handkerchief over your lap or as a napkin!
CLEANING HANDS: Perfect for drying or cleaning dirt off your hands if you don’t have any driers or paper towels handy!
STAYING SANITARY: Softly dab perspiration from your brow, the back of your neck on a hot summers day or dab the sweat off your makeup with a soft cloth that won’t ruin your foundation.
WIPING GLASSES: Gently wipe finger prints, dust and smears from your glasses without any concern about scratching delicate surfaces. Perfect if you've misplaced your cleaning cloth!
MINOR FIRST AID: The handkerchief works great as a makeshift bandage or splint. Use the soft fabric to disinfect wounds, dab away blood from a knee scrape or stem a pesky nose bleed.
GIFTING: As well as gifting a handkerchief itself, you can use them to creatively wrap up other small gifts in an eco-friendly way. It also looks pretty and creates no waste!
OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS: For outdoor adventures you really want to streamline what you carry as much as possible! Being lightweight and so versatile, you can use your handkerchief to blow your nose, hold a piping hot cup, or wipe down a bicycle seat or bench after it has been raining!
When used correctly, the handkerchief is even more hygienic than a disposable tissue! Learning how to properly fold a handkerchief will maximise it's use and minimize the spread of germs!
Ideally, you should use a fresh handkerchief each day and when battling a cold you’ll want a few extra hankies on hand! This is especially true if you have a persistent cold, it's during allergy season, or you lead an active lifestyle that includes jogging, yoga, gym or cycling.
But where can I get a lovely, natural handkerchief for all my newly-discovered handkerchief uses?
Well, Givan's has an wide range to choose from! We have a stylish range of ladies and gentlemen's handkerchiefs available individually or as sets. Browse our selection of plain, coloured, patterned and personalised handkerchiefs in a variety of materials and finishes!
Shop Handkerchiefs at Givan's here...
