Handloom
shawls patronize the rich cultural weaving heritage of India carried on
since generations. It precisely includes the use of a loom where the
fabric is woven by hand and represents some of the most elegant and
fascinating patterns. They are either woven using a single yarn or the
mixture of two or more yarns. Some of them include:
- Wool/Silk Blends
- Cotton/Wool
- Pashmina /Silk
- Light/Medium Weight Cottons
- Cashmere/Merino Blends
Handloom shawls are known for the unique beauty of the fabric and
the designs of the weaves that it displays. The designs they represent
are worked upon by skilled artisans and are particularly inspired by the
traditional art forms. With changing times, many modern and abstract
patterns are also imbibed to lend a distinctive look to these products.
Indian handloom shawls have been able carved a niche for themselves in
not only the domestic markets but have completely dominated the markets
outside India as well. Owing to the unparalleled charisma of these
items, their export potential is very high and is still taking great
strides in the world markets.
