Himalaya Trading Co. Black Pashmina and Silk Shawl

This is a beautiful pashmina, with very rich fabric. It works well as a temporary wrap or an all-day accessory. The only drawback I discovered was that the color tends to bleed, so avoid wearing it with light- colored fabrics.

The shawl is a very generous size and is well finished. It says dry clean on the label but I have cold hand-washed it with very little fading. Would certainly stand by this shawl.

Nothing is so classic as basic black, and this large, soft pashmina shawl is a classic. Warm enough to carry you between classes or between car and destination. Because it's flat and folds small, it travels perfectly, whether in a backpack, tote bag/med-lg purse, briefcase or standard luggage. Because of its generous size, it always fits - and I'm a large lady. "if the shoe fits, buy it in every color". This is a must for every wardrobe, every style! I've worn this shawl about a dozen times ,so far from evening to work and school, taken it everywhere, and even shared it when someone else was chilly and I was not. It is always a hit whether I wear it or someone else does!

This is a very nice pashmina, but it isn't as soft as I expected. A litttle scratchy to have at the face, in fact.