Embroidered Wrap and Shawl stole in coarse wool fabric with vibrant embroidery work. It is wonderfully rustic and primevally appealing. They make perfect evening shawls. Does not have the kind of comfort that you would experience in pashmina or silk, but it is warm. And above all embroidery is unique and that makes these Indian Wrap and Shawl rare, exotic and provocative.

Kutch has managed admirably to preserve the culture of both its court and nomadic peoples. The special Wrap and Shawls of this region with embroidery are very famous because of their bright look that complements a winter day. The embroidery is never very dense but the colors are combined in such a manner that the brightness of body colors of the shawls is always enhanced. With addition of a little mirror work, the shawls look even prettier. The Rabari tribe of Kutch is an expert in such embroidery. The patterns of any embroidery are first sketched in mud with needles and then a final sketching is done in double running stitch. Embroidery, besides being an art, is an expression of culture for these people. In marriage, the embroidery that a girl brings with her has a very important part to play in forming an opinion about her father's status. There are various embroidery types used here. The most rich and difficult is the paako stitch. This is a tight square chain and double buttonhole embroidery often with a black slanted stitch outlining. This name Paako, literally means bold. Muko, is the name given to the metal work and mirror embroidery.

Size: 80 inches x 35 inches (ktds523)

Embroidered Shawl in tribal designs in pure wool fabric

Dry clean only

Created by handloom weavers of Kutch region of Gujarat in India

All purpose, formal, casual and evening wear.