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Women's Travel Friendly Accessories
242 items
Travel Friendly
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Sophisticated Appeal, Paisley Floral-Themed Pink Jamawar Wool Shawl with Fringes
Sandeep Malhotra
$55.24 Wholesale$64.99$55.24 -
Paisley Garden, Paisley-Themed Reversible Jamawar Wool Shawl with Fringes
Sandeep Malhotra
$55.24 Wholesale$64.99$55.24 -
Indigo Bloom, Jamawar-Inspired Floral Leaf Paisley-Themed Blue Wool Shawl
Sandeep Malhotra
$57.79 Wholesale$67.99$57.79 -
Midnight Patches, Patchwork Geometric and Paisley-Themed Wool Shawl in Blue
Sandeep Malhotra
$57.79 Wholesale$67.99$57.79 -
Majestic Paisley, Paisley Floral-Themed Reversible Jamawar Jacquard Wool Shawl
Sandeep Malhotra
$55.24 Wholesale$64.99$55.24 -
Seaside Breezes, Artisan Crafted 100% Cotton Infinity Scarf from Thailand
Vinita
$42.95 Wholesale$42.95 -
Botanical Elegance, Floral Leaf-Themed Reversible Wool Shawl in Orange and Blue
Sandeep Malhotra
$55.24 Wholesale$64.99$55.24 -
Chic Catch, Leather Reinforced Handwoven Brick Red Cotton Camera Strap
Daniela Quintero
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Verdant Blooms, Floral Geometric-Themed Reversible Wool Shawl in Green Hues
Sandeep Malhotra
$55.24 Wholesale$64.99$55.24 -
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Sundari, Women's All Wool Knit Hat Flower Embroidery Nepal
NOVICA & National Geographic Travel Collection
$50.96 Wholesale$59.95$50.96 -
Ceplok Beteng, Red and Gold Metallic Hand Stamped Batik Silk Shawl
Yuni Kristina
$54.39 Wholesale$67.99$54.39 -
Style Spiral, Traditional Hand-Carved Spiral Suar Wood Hair Pin From Bali
Bhakti Senang Hati
$16.99 Wholesale$19.99$16.99 -
Garden Glory, Handwoven Screen Printed Floral Paisley Themed Wool Shawl
Sajad
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
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Charcoal Style, 100% Alpaca Knit Textured Beanie Hat in Grey Hue from Peru
Alfredo Falcon
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Yellow Mystique Saga, 100% Silk Yellow Checkered and Ruffled Scarf Woven in India
Arnab Roy
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Truntum Forest in Spice, Batik Silk Shawl with Spice Floral Motifs from Bali
Yuni Kristina
$47.99 Wholesale$59.99$47.99 -
Purple Delight, Hand-Spun Woven and Dyed Fringed Silk Batik Scarf in Purple
Vinita
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Mystique Yellow, Yellow Green Blue Checkered Ruffled Patchwork Silk Scarf
Arnab Roy
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Mystique Grey, Checkerboard-Themed Ruffled Patchwork Fringed Silk Scarf
Arnab Roy
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Mystique Appeal, Fashionable Silk Scarf with Fringes and Textured Ruffles
Arnab Roy
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Grey Mystique Saga, 100% Silk Checkered and Ruffled Scarf Woven in India
Arnab Roy
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Stylish Appeal, 100% Silk Fashion Scarf with Ruffles Woven in India
Arnab Roy
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Teal Mystique Saga, 100% Silk Teal Checkered and Ruffled Scarf Woven in India
Arnab Roy
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Modern Art, Modern Abstract Handwoven Wool Blend Shawl in Monochrome
Sajad
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Crimson Elegance, Reversible Wool Shawl in Red with Floral Leaf Paisley Motifs
Sandeep Malhotra
$49.29 Wholesale$57.99$49.29 -
Lucky Green, Artisan-Made Forest Green 100% Cotton Bucket Hat from Bali
Maura Marlyna
$49.29 Wholesale$57.99$49.29 -
Mystique Teal, Checkered Ruffled Fringed Woven Silk Scarf in Teal Shades
Arnab Roy
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Exquisite Fusion, Tie-Dyed White Grey Black Batik Rayon and Silk Blend Scarf
Vinita
$62.39 Wholesale$77.99$62.39 -
Gift Set | Chic & Charismatic, Handcrafted Leather, Cotton and Wool Curated Gift Set
$185.24$217.93$185.24 -
Cherry Attraction, Textured Wool Shawl in Red Shades with Fringes from India
Adil
$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 -
Russet Mystique Saga, 100% Silk Russet Checkered and Ruffled Scarf Woven in India
Arnab Roy
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Nocturnal Garden, Batik Floral and Leaf-Themed Silk Fan with Pinewood Handle
Melati's Collection
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Gorgeous Green, Two Hand-Woven Lightweight Scarves in Green Shades
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 -
Mystique Russet, Red Brown Black Checkerboard Ruffled Patchwork Silk Scarf
Arnab Roy
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Coral Epoch, Knit Alpaca and Wool Blend Fingerless Mitts in Coral Red
Edison Canal
$19.99 Wholesale$19.99 -
Fantastic Colors, Tied-Dyed Cotton Wrap Scarf in Pink and Purple from Thailand
Vinita
$32.29 Wholesale$37.99$32.29 -
Teal and Cyan Tides, Set of 2 Ocean-Inspired Teal and Cyan Cotton Scarves
Vinita
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Grey Checkered Lands, Cream Color Wool Shawl with Thin Checkered Grey Composition
Syed Izaz Hussein
$66.29 Wholesale$77.99$66.29 -
Soothing Elegance in Blue, Blue Grey Patterned Unisex Wool and Silk Blend Shawl
Shuja Ahmed
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Gift Set | Glam Blue, Blue Infinity Scarf Earrings and Catchall Curated Gift Set
$90.06$102.93$90.06 -
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Brown Braid, 100% Alpaca Cable Knit Gloves in Brown Shade from Peru
Alfredo Falcon
$46.74 Wholesale$54.99$46.74 -
Sea Splendor, 2 Tie-Dyed Hand-Woven Blue and Green Batik Cotton Scarves
Vinita
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Graceful Glamour, Magenta Sage-Hued Hand-Woven Scarves from Thailand (Pair)
Kitthanapong
$25.49 Wholesale$29.99$25.49 -
Lengko Scarlet, Scarlet Print Silk Batik Hand Fan from Bali
Melati's Collection
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Sand Braid, 100% Alpaca Cable Knit Gloves in Beige Shade from Peru
Alfredo Falcon
$46.74 Wholesale$54.99$46.74 -
Checkered Elegance, Checkered Plaid Tartan Fringed Wool Shawl with Red Borders
Adil
$50.99 Wholesale$59.99$50.99 -
Evening Flair, Striped Patchwork Fringed Woven Grey Brown Wool Shawl
Adil
$59.49 Wholesale$69.99$59.49 -
Peacock Epoch, Knit Alpaca and Wool Blend Fingerless Mitts in Peacock Green
Edison Canal
$16.99 Wholesale$19.99$16.99 -
Creative Style, Bohemian Printed Hand-Stitched Bordered Fringed Wool Shawl
Arnab Roy
$55.24 Wholesale$64.99$55.24 -
Contemporary Blue, Blue and Ivory Wool Shawl with Printed Abstract Patterns
Arnab Roy
$46.74 Wholesale$54.99$46.74 -
Vibrant Fashion, Colorful Hand-Spun and Dyed Wrinkled Batik Cotton Scarf
Vinita
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Graceful Splendor, Pair of Handwoven Scarves in Navy Blue and Cadet Blue Hues
Kitthanapong
$25.49 Wholesale$29.99$25.49 -
Emerald Dusk, Jacquard Wool Scarf with Hand-Stitched Chain Embroidery
Shahid
$50.99 Wholesale$59.99$50.99 -
Soothing Elegance in Black, Patterned Wool and Silk Blend Shawl in Black and Beige Hues
Shuja Ahmed
$40.79 Wholesale$47.99$40.79 -
Creative Combination, Fringed Wool Shawl with Screen-Printed and Stitching Accents
Arnab Roy
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
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Purple Beach Pebbles, Balinese Hand Stamped Purple and Black Rayon Batik Shawl
Saktut Raitawati
$32.29 Wholesale$37.99$32.29 -
Salt Mines of Maras, Textured Knit 100% Alpaca Fingerless Mittens from Peru
Ana Fernandez
$38.24 Wholesale$44.99$38.24 -
Gift Set | Snuggly & Trendy, Curated Gift Set with Fingerless Mitts Throw & Cushion Cover
$135.97$159.97$135.97 -
Stormy Sky, Hand-Woven Batik Silk Scarves in Purple and Grey (Pair)
Vinita
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Autumn Sun, Knit Baby Alpaca Fingerless Mittens with Floral Leaf Designs
Ana Fernandez
$40.79 Wholesale$47.99$40.79 -
Sophisticated Charm, Square-Patterned Fringed Woven Wool Shawl from India
Adil
$46.74 Wholesale$54.99$46.74 -
Graceful Flair, Pair of Handwoven Scarves in Periwinkle and Silver Grey Hues
Kitthanapong
$25.49 Wholesale$29.99$25.49 -
Indigo Bubbles, Moon Motif Block-Printed Cotton Shawl from India
Aftab
$25.49 Wholesale$29.99$25.49 -
Blue Meadow, Blue Hand-Embroidered Jacquard Floral and Leaf Wool Shawl
Shahid
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Cheerful Style, Set of 6 Upcycled Eco-Friendly Multicolored Mini Scrunchies
Lopez Garcia Family
$11.99 Wholesale$14.99$11.99 -
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Bold Khaki, Batik Hand-Loomed 100% Silk Scarf with Stripes and Fringes
Vinita
$50.99 Wholesale$59.99$50.99 -
Heritage Mosaic, Embroidered Patchwork Jacquard Fringed Wool Scarf and Shawl
Shahid
$66.29 Wholesale$77.99$66.29 -
Graceful Allure, 2 Hand-Loomed Lightweight Scarves in Peach and Olive Shades
Kitthanapong
$25.49 Wholesale$29.99$25.49 -
Crimson Garden, Embroidered Patchwork Jacquard Floral and Paisley Wool Scarf
Shahid
$46.74 Wholesale$54.99$46.74 -
Magical Teal, Teal-Hued Woven Wool and Silk Blend Shawl with Zari Stripes
Shuja Ahmed
$38.24 Wholesale$44.99$38.24 -
Royal Java Blue, Handmade Silk Batik Scarf from Indonesia
Yuni Kristina
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Creative Essence, Block-Printed Green White Black Cotton Shawl with Tassels
Rajnandinee and Srabonti
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49
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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
Paige
Apr 8, 2023
Absolutely fabulous!!
Thank you so much, Yuni, for this gorgeous piece of wearable art! The colors are stunning and the weight of the scarf is perfect for year-round wear. This piece is delicate, hangs beautifully, and finishes an outfit (casual or more formal). This is something I will keep forever.
immediately appreciated
The recipient and everyone else who has seen this scarf set has said, "Wow!" It's so beautiful, soft, and lightweight.
Marsha
Sep 23, 2024
Pretty and Unique!
Clever idea to mingle two separate scarves. The colors are wonderful! And you get two lovely scarves for the price of one.
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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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