Shawls are generally a fabric draped around for warmth against chilly weather. Though are not similar in length, shawls are long enough to completely draped around and are made from wide variety of fabrics, ranging from wool, pashmina, cotton to chiffon and silk. Designer Shawls from Kashmir are quite famous among buyers world over and are renowned for their excellent finish and affluent designs and above all smooth touch. Shawls are also found in other part of India and flaunt the traditional designs of that respective regions.

The colors and patterns the textiles used to fabricate designer shawls have became and are taken as a luxurious example of this influence. The term 'shawl' comes from the Persian shal, referring to a woven woolen fabric made from pashm (goat's wool). Traditionally worn by both men & women, they are given to important visitors, who wear them over their shoulder or around their waist. Appreciated by women for their style and warmth, they quickly became the essential fashion accessory.