A genuine Pashmina shawl is one of the warmest, most elegant additions to any winter wardrobe, but with so many imitations around, it helps to know what you are buying. This guide explains how to identify a pure Pashmina shawl and breaks down the three types of craftsmanship you will see most often: Kani, Kacha Tanka and Kingri.
True Pashmina is spun from fine Himalayan mountain-goat wool. It is remarkably lightweight yet exceptionally warm, with a soft, slightly fuzzy surface rather than a shiny, slippery one. A few quick checks:
You can see these qualities across our pure Pashmina shawls collection.
Kani is a centuries-old Kashmiri technique where the pattern is woven directly into the fabric using small wooden spools, often forming intricate borders. It is time-consuming and highly prized. Our Pashmina Wool Kani Border Shawl is a good example of a decorative Gulabkar Kani border.
Kacha Tanka is a delicate hand-embroidery worked with loose, fine stitches that give a soft, raised texture. It adds richness without weight and is a hallmark of artisan Pashmina. Explore pieces like our Pashmina Kacha Tanka Kurta to see the detail up close.
Kingri refers to a bold, decorative border style that frames the shawl with a striking edge. It is perfect if you want a statement wrap for occasions. Browse the shawls in our Pashmina Shawls range to compare Kingri and plain finishes.
If you love Pashmina for daily wear, a stitched Pashmina dress gives you ready-to-wear ease, while an unstitched Pashmina suit lets you tailor the fit yourself. A standalone shawl is the most versatile of all, it layers over almost anything.
Every shawl at Zarqam Wear is selected for genuine Pashmina warmth and real handmade craftsmanship, with nationwide delivery and cash on delivery. Start with our Pashmina Shawls collection, or message us on WhatsApp at 0345 2193497 for help choosing.
