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Spring Accessories
243 items
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Warming Relief, Colorful Cotton and Flaxseed Neck Warmer from India
GlobeIn Collection
$19.95 Wholesale$19.95 -
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Timeless Appeal in Spice, Handcrafted Men's Leather Belt in Spice from India
Anoop Rana
$49.95 Wholesale$49.95 -
Ikat Stories, Chevron-Inspired Handmade Colorful Fringed Cotton Ikat Scarf
Gold Silk Association
$29.95 Wholesale$29.95 -
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Seaside Breezes, Artisan Crafted 100% Cotton Infinity Scarf from Thailand
Vinita
$42.95 Wholesale$42.95 -
Himalayan Heirloom, Indian Jamawar Wool Shawl with Paisley Motifs
Sandeep Malhotra
$71.99 Wholesale$79.99$71.99 -
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Contrasting Paisley, Block-Printed Paisley-Motif Cotton Shawl
Vijay Singh
$26.99 Wholesale$29.99$26.99 -
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Pink Fantasy, Hand Crafted Batik Silk Patterned Scarf from Indonesia
Yuni Kristina
$39.99 Wholesale$49.99$39.99 -
Charming Day, Set of 2 Lightweight Scarves in Turquoise and Blush
Kitthanapong
$26.99 Wholesale$29.99$26.99 -
Ceplok Beteng, Red and Gold Metallic Hand Stamped Batik Silk Shawl
Yuni Kristina
$54.39 Wholesale$67.99$54.39 -
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Bold Azure, Handloomed Striped Blue and Azure Silk Shawl with Fringes
Vinita
$53.99 Wholesale$59.99$53.99 -
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Parang World in Indigo, Batik Silk Scarf with Parang Motifs in Indigo from Bali
Yuni Kristina
$38.39 Wholesale$47.99$38.39 -
Charmed Sea, Handcrafted Tie-Dyed Abstract Patterned 100% Silk Scarf
Vinita
$35.99 Wholesale$39.99$35.99 -
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Breeze of Nature, Natural Cotton Hand Woven Shawl Wrap from Thailand
Vinita
$23.39 Wholesale$25.99$23.39 -
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Kolkata Joy, Hand Block Printed 100% Tussar Silk Shawl from India
Rajnandinee and Srabonti
$58.49 Wholesale$64.99$58.49 -
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Lucky Green, Artisan-Made Forest Green 100% Cotton Bucket Hat from Bali
Maura Marlyna
$52.19 Wholesale$57.99$52.19 -
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Teal Iridescence, Hand Spun Silk Scarf Woven in Teal and Green
Vinita
$51.99 Wholesale$64.99$51.99 -
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Hydrangea Colorwash, Blue and Green Fringed Silk Shawl Hand-Woven in Thailand
Vinita
$71.95 Wholesale$71.95 -
Strawberry Picnic, Cotton and Silk Blend Indian Shawl in Natural and Strawberry
Uma Tripathi
$52.19 Wholesale$57.99$52.19 -
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Truntum World in Fuchsia, Batik Silk Scarf with Truntum Motifs in Fuchsia from Bali
Yuni Kristina
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Hillside Lullaby, Unique Central American Embroidered Yellow Shawl
Nu'Kem Association of Textile Artisans
$67.99 Wholesale$84.99$67.99 -
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Gorgeous Green, Two Hand-Woven Lightweight Scarves in Green Shades
Kitthanapong
$26.99 Wholesale$29.99$26.99 -
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Comforting Turquoise, Handwoven Fringed Silk Shawl in Emerald from Thailand
Vinita
$61.19 Wholesale$67.99$61.19 -
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Bold Plum, Handloomed Striped Blue and Plum Silk Shawl with Fringes
Vinita
$53.99 Wholesale$59.99$53.99 -
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Peacock Blue, Artisan Crafted 100% Silk Teal Wrap Scarf from Thailand
Vinita
$44.99 Wholesale$49.99$44.99 -
Truntum Forest in Ginger, Batik Silk Shawl with Ginger Floral Motifs from Bali
Yuni Kristina
$51.99 Wholesale$64.99$51.99 -
Lava Sea, Handcrafted Tie-Dyed Patterned 100% Silk Scarf (Small)
Vinita
$35.99 Wholesale$39.99$35.99 -
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Royal Java Blue, Handmade Silk Batik Scarf from Indonesia
Yuni Kristina
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Kawung Plains in Fuchsia, Batik Silk Shawl with Fuchsia Floral Motifs from Bali
Yuni Kristina
$51.99 Wholesale$64.99$51.99 -
Foggy Night, Dark Blue and White 100% Cotton Infinity Scarf from Thailand
Vinita
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Honey-Colored Fantasy, Handmade Cotton Muslin and Silk Shawl from India
Aftab
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Kiwi Garden, Handwoven Cotton and Silk Blend Scarf in Kiwi from India
Isha Jain
$35.99 Wholesale$39.99$35.99 -
Delightful Breeze in Blue, Cotton Wrap Scarves in Blue from Thailand (Pair)
Vinita
$35.99 Wholesale$39.99$35.99 -
Sea Splendor, 2 Tie-Dyed Hand-Woven Blue and Green Batik Cotton Scarves
Vinita
$35.99 Wholesale$39.99$35.99 -
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Stormy Sky, Hand-Woven Batik Silk Scarves in Purple and Grey (Pair)
Vinita
$44.99 Wholesale$49.99$44.99 -
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Purple Beach Pebbles, Balinese Hand Stamped Purple and Black Rayon Batik Shawl
Saktut Raitawati
$34.19 Wholesale$37.99$34.19 -
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Wave of Love, Pair of Cotton Tie-Dye Scarves in Blue and Yellow
Vinita
$43.19 Wholesale$47.99$43.19 -
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Delightful Breeze in Red, Cotton Wrap Scarves in Red Pink and Orange (Pair)
Vinita
$35.99 Wholesale$39.99$35.99 -
Ocean Vibes, Pair of Hand-Woven Lightweight Green and Teal Scarves
Kitthanapong
$26.99 Wholesale$29.99$26.99 -
Truntum World in Chartreuse, Batik Silk Scarf with Floral Motifs in Chartreuse from Bali
Yuni Kristina
$39.99 Wholesale$49.99$39.99 -
Brilliant Warmth, Pair of Hand-Woven Lightweight Grey and Ivory Scarves
Kitthanapong
$26.99 Wholesale$29.99$26.99 -
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Sunshine Illusion, Handwoven Thai Silk Scarf in Golden Yellows
Vinita
$62.99 Wholesale$69.99$62.99 -
Indigo Bubbles, Moon Motif Block-Printed Cotton Shawl from India
Aftab
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Floral Elegance, Floral Cotton Scarf with Colorful Batik Pattern from India
Hayat Gutti
$26.99 Wholesale$29.99$26.99 -
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Cheerful Style, Set of 6 Upcycled Eco-Friendly Multicolored Mini Scrunchies
Lopez Garcia Family
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Colors of Experience, Two Handwoven Cotton Wrap Scarves from Thailand
Vinita
$35.99 Wholesale$39.99$35.99
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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
Bettina
Jan 17, 2023
Tussar silk shawl - a wearable beaty
These items are so lovely, colorful, exuberant as to be worn for special occasions or even in rather sacred moments. Lovely casing and makes an outstanding gift. Thank you!
Absolutely beautiful!
This scarf was even more beautiful than it looks in the picture. This was a gift for my sister-in-law and she absolutely loved it!
Judith a.
Sep 28, 2017
LOVE THE SCARF
AND ALL OF THE SCARFS i HAVE PURCHASED FROM NOVICA HAVE BEEN ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL.......YOU CAN RELY ON THERE PROMPT SERVICE AND PRODUCTS
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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