

Pashmina shawls were historically a privilege worn by monarchs and aristocrats. The Pashmina industry blossomed in the 16th century under the reign of Emperor Akbar, who granted Pashmina the status of imperial patronage. Thus while all Pashmina is Cashmere, not all Cashmere is of Pashmina quality. It's also worth noting that Pashmina is a finer kind of Cashmere. The Changthangi goats reside in the Changthang region of Ladakh – India, at an elevation of 15000 feet above sea level. The voyage of the Pashmina dates back to the 15th century in the Kashmir Valley of India. Pashmina is derived from the Persian term 'pashm,' which means soft gold, and 'mina,' which means hair. The skill of handcrafting premium clothes and accessories from the downy undercoat of the Himalayan goat is known as Pashmina. Pashmina shawls are made through a time-consuming and labor-intensive process in which beautiful Cashmere wool from a Himalayan goat is humanely sourced and treated for years to produce the world-famous Kashmiri Pashmina. The pashmina shawl is one of the most sought-after wraps in the world.

PASHMINA SCARF TRIAL
It has also taken centuries of trial and refining to elevate shawl manufacturing from a necessity to a distinct textile art form. Kashmiri Pashmina is one of the most luxurious materials ever created.
