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Women's Solid Accessories
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Subtle Nature, Set of 3 Artisan Crafted Neutral Hemp and Cotton Face Masks
Jamriang
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
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Island Elegance, 3 Beaded Lace Embroidered Contoured Face Masks
Desak Nyoman Parwati
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Island Glamour, 3 Beaded Lace Contoured 2-Layer Rayon Face Masks
Desak Nyoman Parwati
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Marlay, Handcrafted Lined Leather Gloves
NOVICA & National Geographic Travel Collection
$152.15 Wholesale$179$152.15 -
Quiet Spirit, 1 Hemp and 2 Cotton Handcrafted Thai Face Masks (set of 3)
Jamriang
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
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Kashmiri Diamonds in Red, Women's True Red 100% Wool Shawl Handmade in India
Sajad
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Gossamer in Wine, Textured 100% Baby Alpaca Wrap Scarf in Wine from Peru
Alfredo Falcon
$39.95 Wholesale$39.95 -
Tan Mountain Path, Unique Womens Alpaca Wool Solid Knit Hat
Alfredo Falcon
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Dreams at Midnight, 3 Single Layer Black Cotton Print Elastic Loop Face Masks
Novica Collection
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
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Color Harmony, 6 Handcrafted Double Cotton Face Masks in 3 Solid Colors
Ully
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Turquoise Allure, Indian Fair Trade Woven Wool Shawl in Turquoise Blue
Sajad
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
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Steel Blue Gossamer, 100% Baby Alpaca Wrap Scarf in Steel Blue from Peru
Alfredo Falcon
$39.95 Wholesale$39.95 -
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Glamorous Tan and Ivory, 2 Beaded Embroidered Cotton Face Masks in Tan and Ivory
Made Suciati
$12.74 Wholesale$14.99$12.74 -
Kashmiri Diamonds in Blue, Royal Blue Hand Loomed All Wool Shawl Made in India
Sajad
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Kashmiri Diamonds in Lavender, Women's Lavender Hand Loomed All Wool Shawl
Sajad
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Blue-Gray Allure, Handwoven Blue-Gray Wool Shawl with Mixed Textures
Sajad
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Breeze of Brown Purple, Hand Spun Cotton Shawl Wrap in Brown Purple and Pink
Vinita
$22.09 Wholesale$25.99$22.09 -
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Balinese Glamour, 2 Beaded Embroidered Cotton Face Masks in Orange and Pink
Made Suciati
$12.74 Wholesale$14.99$12.74 -
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Charming Day, Set of 2 Lightweight Scarves in Turquoise and Blush
Kitthanapong
$25.49 Wholesale$29.99$25.49 -
Glamorous Grey and Turquoise, 2 Beaded Embroidered Cotton Face Masks in Gray and Turquoise
Made Suciati
$12.74 Wholesale$14.99$12.74 -
Slate Gossamer, Textured 100% Baby Alpaca Wrap Scarf in Slate from Peru
Alfredo Falcon
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Umber Saga, Umber Viscose Shawl with White Borders from India
Danish Ansari
$20.39 Wholesale$23.99$20.39 -
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Cadet Blue Saga, Azure Viscose Shawl with White Borders from India
Danish Ansari
$22.09 Wholesale$25.99$22.09 -
Yellow Fanfare, Woven Wool and Silk Blend Shawl in Maize from India
Sajad
$40.79 Wholesale$47.99$40.79 -
Charcoal Style, 100% Alpaca Knit Textured Beanie Hat in Grey Hue from Peru
Alfredo Falcon
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Shimmering Indigo, Deep Blue Handwoven Raw Silk Shawl from Thailand
Vinita
$63.74 Wholesale$74.99$63.74 -
Spring Shimmer, Hand Woven Silk Scarf in Purple and Blue from Thailand
Vinita
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Rose Blush, Fair Trade Pale Pink 100% Silk Shawl Wrap India
Syed Izaz Hussein
$59.49 Wholesale$69.99$59.49 -
Dual Delight, Reversible Indian Cashmere Wool Blue and Green Shawl
Sajad
$50.99 Wholesale$59.99$50.99 -
Valley of Kashmir in Sage, Soft Sage Green Woven Wool Shawl Crafted in India
Sajad
$29.74 Wholesale$34.99$29.74 -
Feeling Glamorous, 2 Hand Beaded Cotton Contoured Masks in Green and Orange
Made Suciati
$11.04 Wholesale$12.99$11.04 -
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Zigzag Brocade, 2 Handwoven Cotton Masks in Green Brocades & Solid Brown
Emma Gutierrez
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Spicy Ginger, Ginger-Toned Cotton and Silk Blend Shawl with Tassels
Arnab Roy
$40.79 Wholesale$47.99$40.79 -
Periwinkle Allure, Hand Loomed 100% Wool Periwinkle Blue Wrap for Women
Sajad
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
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Teal Gossamer, Textured 100% Baby Alpaca Wrap Scarf in Teal from Peru
Alfredo Falcon
$39.95 Wholesale$39.95 -
Hydrangea Colorwash, Blue and Green Fringed Silk Shawl Hand-Woven in Thailand
Vinita
$71.95 Wholesale$71.95 -
Kashmiri Diamonds in Chestnut, Women's Wool Scarf with Diamond Pattern in Red-Brown
Sajad
$20.39 Wholesale$23.99$20.39 -
Glamour and Sparkle, 2 Hand Beaded Cotton Contoured Face Masks in White and Blue
Made Suciati
$12.74 Wholesale$14.99$12.74 -
Dark Sage Diamonds, Diamond Pattern Dark Sage Green Wool and Viscose Shawl
Sajad
$32.29 Wholesale$37.99$32.29 -
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Cherry Attraction, Textured Wool Shawl in Red Shades with Fringes from India
Adil
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
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Graceful Glam in Stone, Artisan Crafted Cotton Shawl in Stone from India
Danish Ansari
$22.09 Wholesale$25.99$22.09 -
Green Diamond Fantasy', Hemlock Green Shawl Wool Blend Wrap from India
Syed Izaz Hussein
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
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Ecru Splendor, Thai Hand-Loomed 100% Silk Scarf with Fringes in Ecru Beige
Vinita
$29.74 Wholesale$34.99$29.74 -
Valley of Kashmir in Red, Women's Red All Wool Woven Shawl from India
Sajad
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Neutral Grey Allure, Soft Indian Cashmere Wool Woven Grey Shawl
Sajad
$25.49 Wholesale$29.99$25.49 -
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Gorgeous Green, Two Hand-Woven Lightweight Scarves in Green Shades
Kitthanapong
$25.49 Wholesale$29.99$25.49 -
Vibrant Perfection, Cherry Red and Onyx Black 2-Piece Scarf Set from Thailand
Kitthanapong
$25.49 Wholesale$29.99$25.49 -
Delightful Breeze in Blue, Cotton Wrap Scarves in Blue from Thailand (Pair)
Vinita
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Coral Epoch, Knit Alpaca and Wool Blend Fingerless Mitts in Coral Red
Edison Canal
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Teal and Cyan Tides, Set of 2 Ocean-Inspired Teal and Cyan Cotton Scarves
Vinita
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Island Fashion, 1 Grey-1 White-1 Grey Beaded Lace Balinese Face Masks
Desak Nyoman Parwati
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Comforting Turquoise, Handwoven Fringed Silk Shawl in Emerald from Thailand
Vinita
$57.79 Wholesale$67.99$57.79 -
Peacock Blue, Artisan Crafted 100% Silk Teal Wrap Scarf from Thailand
Vinita
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Otherworldly in Plum, Silk Wrap Scarf in Solid Plum from Thailand
Vinita
$57.79 Wholesale$67.99$57.79 -
Otherworldly in Blue-Violet, Hand Woven Fringed Silk Scarf in Blue-Violet from Thailand
Vinita
$55.24 Wholesale$64.99$55.24 -
Pink Diamond Fantasy, Indian Shawl Wool Blend Wrap Diamond Pattern in Pink
Syed Izaz Hussein
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Pretty in Pink Gloves , Cable Knit 100% Alpaca Gloves in Light Mauve from Peru
Alfredo Falcon
$46.74 Wholesale$54.99$46.74 -
Luscious Twist in Orange, 100% Baby Alpaca Orange Knit Fingerless Mitts From Peru
Alfredo Falcon
$40.79 Wholesale$47.99$40.79 -
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Harmonious Orange Herringbone, India Orange and White Handwoven Silk Shawl
Khitish
$67.99 Wholesale$79.99$67.99 -
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Warm Blossoms, 3 Embroidered Floral Cotton Contoured Face Masks
Made Suciati
$12.74 Wholesale$14.99$12.74 -
Legendary Brown, Wool and Silk Blend Shawl Wrap from India
Shuja Ahmed
$29.74 Wholesale$34.99$29.74
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The Village Council
Your answers straight from the village experts
Hand-washing and dry cleaning are the most common ways to care for and clean shawls. Many of our alpaca shawls specifically indicate dry-cleaning or hand-washing with cold water. Because shawls are delicate, a garment bag is a good way to prevent damage. Avoid direct sunlight and high heat. As always, it is important to follow the care instructions specific to the fabric of your shawl.
The great thing about shawls is that they are versatile. One can find a shawl for every season. Warmth is often based on the tightness of the weave and the type of material used. Alpaca fiber is known for its thermal capacity and provides an optimal degree of warmth. Sheep wool also acts as an insulator, absorbing moisture and creating a feeling of coziness for the wearer. Shawls made of cashmere and pashmina are light and thin, yet still provide a high degree of warmth. In Mexico, shawls made from San Juan Chamula sheep keep one warm and comfortable.
Comfort is always a question of preference, but certain fabrics lend themselves to softness and warmth. Shawls from the Andes are made from super soft alpaca fibers, and provide wearers a high level of comfort. Similarly, in Thailand and Bali, silk shawls are always favorites. Depending on ones climate, particular shawls may be preferable. Central American shawls made from cotton and rayon keep wearers cool in warm climates, whereas bamboo and acrylic shawls are great for cold weather. During hot summers, Indian shawls made of modal, silk, and viscose are a perfect option, and merino wool and cashmere are ideal for winter. West Africa stands by the luxurious comfort of their 100% cotton shawls, and Mexico prioritizes comfort with their beautiful wool designs.
It depends on what you mean by handmade. We support artisans who work in the ancient traditions of their ancestors, crafting items by hand, with patience and love. But techniques vary among shawl makers. Embroidery, hand-painting, stitching, and sewing are often part of the process. Some artisans do use power looms when crafting their shawls, but even in those instances, there is no mega-factory or mass production line behind the garment. The beauty, creativity, and inspiration for each shawl comes from the artists own heart. Our product descriptions will always specify if an item is hand-woven, hand-knit, or otherwise.
The shawl comes to us full of history, culture, and heritage. Each region invests its shawls with different symbols, patterns, and designs. Some shawls, like those in West Africa and the Andes, feature linear and geometric shapes, clean lines and patterns that have been passed down through the centuries. In Bali, we find elaborate batik designs, a technique that makes use of alternating dye and wax to block color. In Central America, embroidered and woven shawls incorporate designs inspired by corn, butterflies, and birds. Floral patterns are very popular in Indian shawls, particularly in pashminas from Kashmir. Gujarati shawls often depict geometric shapes, and artisans increasingly incorporate contemporary designs through hand-painted fabric. Thailand also integrates floral patterning, often using the yok dok technique, a brocade style that leaves the fabric slightly raised. This emphasis on brocade is also evident in Mexican shawls, with lavish designs in the form of frets, flowers and geometric figures, all inspired by pre-Hispanic cultures.
Fibers, dyes, and fabrics come together in innovative, unique ways during the creation of a shawl. Different regions rely on resources that are readily available and have cultural significance. In West Africa, 100% cotton and rayon frequently make their appearances in shawls. In Bali and Thailand, soft silk lends a luxuriousness to the shawl. Central American artisans incorporate bamboo rayon, while India makes use of wool and silk. Mexico boasts an array of vibrant natural and cotton yarn dyes, and artisans from the Andes weave shawls out of soft alpaca fiber.
Throughout the world, the shawl is considered a venerated garment, made by hand from techniques passed down through generations. The methods for making traditional shawls vary as widely as the regions from which they come. But most employ some method of hand knitting or weaving on a loom. In the Andes, for example, crocheting and flat weaving on a treadle loom are common techniques. In Central America, backstrap and foot looms are popular with artisans. In Bali, one finds intricate sewing, in addition to weaving. And in India and Thailand, practices of hand-painting fabric, batik, and the use of natural dyes are intimately tied to the creation of shawls.
Featured Reviews
Lynda
Feb 26, 2022
Soft and beautiful
Goes great with my light pink alpaca scarf. Keeps my hands warm. Was worried they'd be too small but pleasantly surprised they fit great. ( long fingers and nails)
Christine
Jan 9, 2025
Stunning Azure lightweight Wool Scarf
This light matcha hue will be big Spring 2025. Pairs well with mocha, dark brown, grays and blue. Interesting repeat diamond pattern. I am taking it to Florence with me. Thank you so much to the artist Syed.
BEVERLY
Mar 3, 2024
Perfectly wonderful
I needed something to complete my outfit when I went for a celebration dinner. It was a casual event, but I missed something to dress up my outfit just a little for this occasion. This scarf is so pretty. the color is beautiful, and the feel is so soft. It added just the right elegance I needed. Thank you, Sajad, and thank you Novica for bringing it to me.
Featured Artist
Vinita Batik accessories
When asked about any challenges to overcome, I would say that I never have any obstacles. I think I do what I can do and don't force things that aren't ready or things that I cannot do.'
"Hello, My name is Vinita Tongtawat. My first name comes from the combination of my father's (Pinit) and my mother's (Viboonwan) names. Although... read more
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