India is a land of diverse cultural heritage. Diverse heritage means diverse clothes. And the point among that range that catches every eye is a shawl. A shawl is a loose rectangular piece of fabric that is draped over the shoulders or head. These garments are originally meant to be used in winters to keep [...]
Pashmina is a very old legacy of India. And as fine as it is, the most common question of its admirers remains– is my Pashmina genuine? A complete guide on the Pashmina shawl ring test. The Ring Test Being one of the richest fabrics in the world, Pashmina work started to be replicated into a [...]
Since time immemorial, every genuine work has been tried to be replicated into a cheaper version. However, the originality can never be copied. So how can this product of ancient legacy be not dragged into this scandal?! Pashmina is a really age-old art with the same techniques being used generations after generation. The Real Pashmina [...]
Jamavar I keep having customers coming to my shop and asking for a pure Jama shawl and we roll our heads on where we begin. Sometimes a customer doesn’t have time and we wish we could have informed them more. Sometimes the customer tells their budget and we show a wool piece and they think [...]
Silks Scarves, smooth as a glider, silk is a wonderful fabric with some amazing thermodynamic properties. This amazing breathable fiber keeps you warm in winter and comfortable to wear in winter. Which other fabric can do that? And that’s why they make great use as scarves and stoles – because it’s the accessories on your [...]
Pashmina and woolen shawls are undoubtedly expensive and premium products. The right care and belonging of these shawls however can pay you dividends on your purchase by lasting for lifetimes and generations. So how do we do the right care of these shawls?Firstly when storing it regularly, do not use naphthalene cakes or balls – […]
Why are Shawls given as felicitation gifts to honor VIPS/ dignitaries? Our country’s rich culture will always be present in all parts of our lives. Therefore even in the new age of conferences, social events, gatherings, ceremonies, and retirement parties a Shawl is presented/ adorned to the VIP/ dignitary/ guest. It is considered a rich [...]
A scarf piece of fabric, made with exceptional craftsmanship and love is every woman’s best friend. It is the most versatile accessory having more uses that you’ll be surprised you didn’t know of, it’s always there for you even when you don’t know it is, and that’s what makes it your BEST FRIEND! 1. [...]
Summer Scarf is amazing! And yes it’s the season of our most comfortable clothes - tank tops, shorts, maxi dresses, and gives us room to play with designs and colors – exotic floral patterns, colorful stripes, monochrome polkas! It’s the time when we can experiment the most or even up to our wardrobe [...]
So if you have been curious about those cool Kashmiri garments, known as phirans, which we see around us and did not know much about them, we thought we will help everyone out! Image courtesy of @jaya.m Phiran Phiran is the name of the traditional clothing worn by the men women and children of Kashmir. [...]
