Shawls of India A piece of sartorial expression

Dec27,2023

These luxurious shawls are crafted from the fine wool of the Pashmina goat, native to the Himalayan region, and are renowned for their softness, warmth, and lightweight nature

Pashmina Shawls

Another notable mention is the Naga shawl from Nagaland, easily identifiable by its distinctive color palette of black, maroon, red, white, and yellow, and its abstract and figural motifs representing various tribal communities.

Naga Shawls

Gujarat's Bhujodi shawls, with a weaving tradition over 500 years old, showcase geometric designs in natural colors, reflecting the weavers' connection with the Rabari tribe.

Bhujodi Shawls

Odisha's Kapadaganda shawls, woven by the women of the Dongria Kondh tribe, are characterized by four major colors symbolizing the tribe's values. 

Kapadaganda Shawls

Bengal's Kantha shawls exhibit meticulous embroidery on silk

Kantha Shawls

Andhra Pradesh's Kalamkari shawls feature hand-printed or block-printed designs with religious significance.

Kalamkari Shawls

The Pattu shawls from Kullu, also known as 'Loi', are another popular export, made with wool from local sheep or Angora rabbits and distinguished by their striking motifs. 

Pattu Shawls