We are sure you must have seen the lopsided teardrop or stylized tadpole known as the 'paisley' design. Have you ever wondered where it came from? Traditionally, the paisley shape is supposed to be a pine cone and the East India Company began bringing paisley shawls from India to Britain in the 18th century. Soon the exotic garment became hugely popular. One of the largest producers of the material was the town of Paisley in Scotland, which was popular for its textile mills. Eventually, the fabric took on the name of the town that produced it in abundance.