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Cashmere Shawl

Cashmere shawl is also called kashmiri shawl and cashmere shawls are produced in Kashmir. Cashmere shawl, the very word evokes images of luxury, warmth and softness. The ultra-fine fiber from the undercoat of the Cashmere (or Kashmir) goat, is indeed a premium fiber - one that generally costs a good deal more than mere sheep's wool. Cashmere shawl is known for its rich texture and design even to the ancient civilization of the Babylonians and Greeks.

Commonly used as boby wraps, there shawls may be made from different types of wool and com in variety of colors, weave, and embroidery work. The most famous amongst these cashmere shawls are the Shatoosh shawl and Pashmina shawl which are worn on special occasions.

The word shawl itself is said to be derived from the Persian "shal' which means a class of woven fibric Shawls from Kashmir were very popural in Europe in the 18th and 19 th centuries particularly those with paisley patterns. The main differences between the cashmere shawls and their imitations were in weight and the method of weaving. Cashmere shawls were much lighter as they were made of fine standards of hair as opposed to wool or silk used by the Europeans.

Kashmir is famous all over the world for the beautiful hand-embroidered cashmere shawls that it produces. Basically a craft brought to India by the Muslim invaders; cashmere shawl embroidery is therefore strongly reflective of Persian motifs and styling. These cashmere shawls are made predominantly in the Srinagar area of Kashmir, and generally confined to the men of the family, though nowadays, women are also entering the trade of cashmere garments. These exquisite creations of cashmere shawls are hand-embroidered with hook (a knitting material) or a needle. The embroidery of cashmere shawl is clipped with shears to smoothness, and then treated with several brightening and protective chemical washes. The motifs are generally either floral or animals and birds. Cashmere shawl have a worldwide appeal for their classic embroidery styles. These cashmere shawl are so beautiful that they are largely demanded by the people all over the world.

There is nothing like cashmere shawl for making one feel comfortably in style whatever the season. We offer perfect cashmere shawl to keep you in style Whenever you want to feel and look your best, choose genuine quality and value which only the finest 100% pure cashmere can offer. Log on cashmere shawls online store. Buy cashmere shawl online through www.himalayanmart.com.

Our collection encompasses the following qualities of cashmere shawl

  • made of 100% finest cashmere
  • 100% finest cashmere: delicate, light, yet very warm
    featuring Shahtoosh Type Fringe, but this is not a Shahtoosh
  • makes a perfect all-purpose wrap, a great gift for your loved ones

We have wide collection of cashmere shawls woven by the skillful weavers. The cashmere shawls shown are selected from our own collections. We also accept special request (design/color) of cashmere shawl s – please refer our “Wholesale Order” or “Order By Demand” section for detail or call us at 977-1-5547819 or Fax us at 977-1-5545657 or mail us at info@himalayanmart.com.

USEFUL TIPS REGARDING CASHMERE SHAWL

Cashmere shawl that are knitted can be hand washed using a natural, mild soap. Hand washing is better for a knitted cashmere shawl in the long run as chemicals used in dry cleaning are can be hard on cashmere shawl. cashmere shawl should always be dry cleaned as they could lose their body.Be sure to dissolve all cleaner thoroughly and then put the cashmere shawl into the water. After washing cashmere shawl, be sure to rinse until the water is clear. Then lay the cashmere shawl out flat away from heat and sun. Reshape side seams and sleeves if necessary, as some cashmere shawl will twist during washing. When dry, press with a damp cloth and cool iron. Cashmere shawl should be washed after approximately 6-7 wearings to keep them looking their best. It is best to store cashmere shawl in either a cedar chest or plastic bags to keep clean and moth free. I personally hang moth cakes in my closets and cedar chest for extra protection and replace them monthly. Moths may also go after any food particles that may be on the cashmere shawl, so it is very important to keep your cashmere shawl clean. Pilling, ( the little balls that get on the cashmere shawl ) is a natural occurence on cashmere and wool. Not all cashmere shawl will pill, and some will pill more than others, being all natural fibers have their own chemistry that will differ from yarn to yarn. However, a quality cashmere shawl should not pill excessively. The pilling is usually caused by a friction of some sort;`such as a seat belt, purse strap, golf strap, or even synthetic linings of jackets. When pilling occurs, pull or carefully cut the pills off, breaking the connection. Then wash the cashmere shawl according to the above instructions. Here is the few more tips for taking care of cashmere shawl.

1. Always allow your antiperspirant or deodorant to completely dry before slipping into your cashmere shawl.

2. Never spritz yourself with perfume or cologne while wearing the cashmere shawl because it stains. Always spray or dab your perfume directly onto skin before dressing.

3. Before or after wearing, air fluff your cashmere shawl r to freshen and remove impurities.

4. For added luxury and a heavenly scent, wrap a bar of your favorite French milled soap in a handkerchief and tuck it under your cashmere shawl.

We also have wholesale option if you want these cashmere shawls in bulk. Please refer our "Wholesale Buyers" or “Order By Demand” section for detail or call us at 977-1-5547819 or Fax us at 977-1-5545657 or mail us at info@himalayanmart.com

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