Handmade Kashmiri Embroidered Shawl in Purple | Aari Floral & Paisley Work Pashmina-Style Wool Shawl

A Purple Kashmiri Shawl in Full Floral Bloom

Add a rich splash of colour to your winter wardrobe with this handmade Kashmiri embroidered shawl in deep purple. Skilled Kashmiri women artisans have worked heavy multicolour floral embroidery across the shawl, with a matching floral and paisley pattern on the borders and corners. Each piece is one of a kind.

Traditional Kashmiri Embroidery, Styled for Today
The flowers are worked in Aari embroidery, a hook-stitch craft Kashmir is famous for, and draw on Kashida, the region’s classic needlework. The purple base makes the colourful blooms stand out, giving a traditional design a modern, wearable look.

Soft, Warm and Lightweight
Woven in the traditional pashmina style for warmth, comfort and softness, this fine wool shawl is ideal for cool, breezy days. Wear it indoors or outdoors, to weddings, festive occasions, parties, or as an everyday winter wrap.

Perfect For

• Gifting for weddings, festivals, birthdays, anniversaries and Mother’s Day
• Draping over sarees, suits, kurtis, dresses, blazers or coats
• Adding a pop of colour to black, grey or neutral outfits
• Anyone who loves authentic Indian handicrafts

Product Details

• Type: Kashmiri embroidered wool shawl / scarf, pashmina style
• Embroidery: Heavy Aari (Kashida-inspired) multicolour floral work
• Pattern: Floral and paisley, with embroidered border and corners
• Colour: Purple base with multicolour flowers
• Length: 200 cm (approx.)
• Width: 77 cm (approx.)
• Origin: Handmade in Kashmir, India

Care Instructions

• Dry cleaning is recommended.
• Alternatively, hand wash by soaking gently in lukewarm water, then air dry.
• Do not tumble dry or bleach.

All photos show the original product in standard lighting. Colours are as seen in the pictures. Slight variations are a natural mark of handmade work.

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