Caviar-Black Plain Shawl from Kullu with Kinnauri Woven Border

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Caviar-Black Plain Shawl from Kullu with Kinnauri Woven Border

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Name: Caviar-Black Plain Shawl from Kullu with Kinnauri Woven Border
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: SWG46
Price: 80.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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	SWG46
	Pure Wool
	7.1 ft x 3.5 ft

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	Returns and Exchanges accepted within 7 days
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Easy Returns

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order delivery.See T&Cs

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100% Handmade

All products are
MADE IN INDIA.

Embrace Timeless Elegance with a Touch of Himalayan Craftsmanship

Discover the epitome of sophisticated style and luxurious comfort with this exquisite black shawl, a testament to the rich weaving heritage of Kullu. Crafted from the finest pure wool, this shawl offers unparalleled warmth and a delightfully soft touch against your skin, making it an indispensable accessory for cooler seasons and elegant evenings. The deep, versatile caviar-black hue serves as a canvas for understated luxury, allowing its intricate details to truly shine.

A Symphony of Color and Tradition

What sets this shawl apart is its captivating Kinnauri woven border. This meticulously crafted band showcases a vibrant interplay of geometric patterns and earthy tones, reflecting the artistic spirit and traditional motifs of the Kinnaur valley. Each thread is woven with precision, creating a stunning visual narrative that speaks of generations of artisanal skill. The border adds a unique character and a pop of color, transforming a classic piece into a statement of cultural appreciation and refined taste.

Versatile Styling for Every Occasion

The generous dimensions of this shawl provide endless styling possibilities. Drape it elegantly over your shoulders for a formal event, adding a touch of regal charm to your attire. Wrap it around yourself for a cozy and chic look on a chilly afternoon, or use it as a stylish accent to elevate your everyday outfits. Its substantial size ensures you can wear it in myriad ways, adapting to your personal style and the demands of any occasion, from casual outings to sophisticated gatherings.

A Heritage You Can Wear

More than just an accessory, this shawl is a piece of art, a wearable story from the Himalayas. The pure wool guarantees exceptional durability and a luxurious feel that will only improve with time. This piece is perfect for those who appreciate authentic craftsmanship, unique designs, and the enduring beauty of natural fibers. It makes for a thoughtful and cherished gift for loved ones, or a well-deserved treat for yourself, bringing a touch of the serene Himalayan mountains into your wardrobe. –––––––––––––––––––

Luxurious Comfort and Lasting Quality

Experience the superior quality of pure wool. This shawl is designed to provide exceptional warmth without being overly heavy, making it comfortable to wear for extended periods. The natural properties of wool offer breathability and moisture-wicking capabilities, ensuring you stay comfortable in various temperatures. The meticulous construction and high-quality materials ensure this shawl will remain a cherished part of your wardrobe for years to come, a testament to enduring style and lasting craftsmanship.

How are Kullu shawls made?

Kullu shawls are renowned across the world for their simple yet elegant designs. These shawls exhibit the artistic skills and creativity of the craftsmen of Kullu, a district in the state of Himachal Pradesh, India. Made of fine woolen fabric, a kullu shawl is worn both by men and women. However, men’s shawls are called Loi or pattu and are mostly plain, bereft of any pattern or design. Kullu shawls feature geometrical patterns on both ends and beautiful floral designs may run all over. The base of a typical Kullu shawl is mostly black, brown, or gray in color and the designs and patterns are made with bright colors such as red, blue, pink, orange, green, etc. Each design may have up to eight colors. With the increasing demands of customers from different parts of the world, the craftsmen of Kullu have now started using even pastel colors for the base. This makes these shawls appear eye-catching and suitable for wearing on special occasions such as weddings and festivals. Kullu shawls are mostly made of three types of wool i.e. Merino wool, Local sheep wool, and Angora wool. Sometimes these different types of wool are combined to form more varieties. They are also crafted in Yak’s wool, Pashmina, and other handcrafted material.

The process of crafting a Kullu shawl is time-consuming and requires excellent skills. The tradition of making these shawls has been followed by the local people of Kullu for many decades and the skills are passed down from one generation to another. Let us look at the steps involved in this elaborate process.

1. Selection of Wool

A fine variety of wool is the most important raw material for producing Kullu shawls. The selection of wool for weaving depends on the type of designs or patterns and the texture required.

2. Preparing yarn

After the selection of high-quality wool, it is allowed to spin as a thread on a spinning wheel. The extracted yarn is then wounded into a bundle.

3. Weaving

The woolen threads are loaded onto the spindles that are inserted into a fly shuttle. Multiple colored yarns are combined together and added to the shuttle. The local artisans of Kullu still use the traditional method of weaving on the pit and frame loom. The loom is geared up and the weaving is completed.

4. Embroidering

Once the weaving process is done, a fine fabric is obtained and now the artisans begin fabricating traditional designs (geometrical shapes and floral motifs) by hand using bright-colored threads.

5. Finishing

After the embroidery is done on the shawl, it is made ready to be put for sale purposes. This is the last step of the making process in which extra threads from behind are cut and removed for giving it a finished and flawless look.

These handmade Kullu shawls have admirers from all over the world and their cost depends on the variety of wool used, the type of design fabricated, and other factors. The price usually ranges from Rs. 1000 to 10,000. Despite their expensive cost, people love to wear these shawls because the designs are elegant and the warmth of the wool is comforting.

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