Shawls are meant to be worn on any occasion; to a dinner party, to a wedding or just as protection from the cold. There are various types of shawls available today but the jamawar shawl is one worth mentioning.

These shawls have always had glorious designs and colors; so much so that kings and nobles of yesteryears used to buy this fabric by the yard and then wear it either as a gown or as a wrap or shawl. Although this shawl was once used only by the royal family, today, its appreciative value has spread worldwide and people with exquisite taste vie to own such a piece.

So charming are the patterns and color schemes of these shawls, that they fascinate everyone. It especially evokes the beauty and essence of the woman wearing it as they depict the perfect blend of luxury. It is created from soft wools with the most diverse designs, to give the rich look a jamawar shawl is famous for.

The shawl depicts Indian craftsmanship

This shawl comes in a large variety of colors and designs that speak of the richness and ethnicity of the shawl. Originating from Kashmir, they depict the craftsmanship of Indian tradition and heritage.

These shawls have a base of wool, which is woven with some cotton. The brocaded shawls are created by weaving in silk or pashmina. The most common types of motif used in these shawls are floral designs where the paisley is the most dominant motif.

Usually a single jamawar shawl is made with as many as 250 colors. The intricate designs woven into the shawls have been passed down from generation to generation and it is these weavers who are responsible for keeping and maintaining this famous and intricate art form of shawls alive.

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