This shawl woven from yak wool is a distinctive, natural-coloured piece made from the fine belly fibre of the Tibetan highland animal. At 210 × 70 cm it rests comfortably over your shoulders, and the two ends can fall freely in front. The undyed, natural shade floats between cream-white and a pale warm grey, and it pairs well with almost any outfit or interior.
Where yak wool comes from: fine fibres from the highland animal
The yak is a large, long-haired animal that has lived through the cold of the high Tibetan and Nepali plateaus for thousands of years. Only the finest fibres from its lower belly are used for the shawl; these are soft, warm and elastic. As a result, the fabric does not scratch or itch, and you can wear it directly against your skin without discomfort.
Undyed, natural colour: the shade brought from nature
The yarn used is undyed — it shows exactly the colour the yak wool offers in its raw state. No chemical dye, no bleaching is involved. The shade may range from cream-white to a pale warm grey, and small differences between pieces are natural — every shawl is unique. Anyone seeking natural materials will truly value this piece.
What we recommend it for: meditation, car journeys, evening walks
At 190 grams the shawl is surprisingly light for the warmth it gives. In a cool room during sitting practice, wrap it over your shoulders or around your knees. On evening hours in a garden or during a car journey you may place it behind your back, so the cold seat does not reach your lower back. It also makes a simple gift for an older family member who values warmth and a light, small-folding fabric.
Country of origin: Nepal, traditional weaving
The shawl is made in Nepal, where the working of yak wool has a long tradition. Local weavers shape it, and the touch of the hand stays in the fabric. Small irregularities and slight variation in the weave are natural and not a fault. You receive in one piece the centuries-old dialogue between highland herding and hand-weaving.
Care and storage: with attention to the fine fibres
Yak wool is a delicate fabric — professional dry cleaning or very cool hand-washing is recommended, with only a single drop of mild soap. Do not wring out the water, and do not put the shawl in a spinner. After washing, dry flat in a shaded place. The included paper bag is suitable for storage; in a wardrobe, a piece of cedar wood against moths also helps it last longer.