A shawl cared for with intention will outlast the hands that made it.

Hand wash only. Fill a basin with cold water and add a small amount of gentle, pH-neutral soap. Submerge the shawl and press gently. Never rub, twist, or wring. Press the water out gently with your hands, then press the shawl flat between two clean towels.

Lay flat on a clean, dry surface away from direct sunlight and heat. Never hang a wet pashmina — the weight of the water will stretch and distort the weave. Reshape gently before it dries.

Steam only. Hold the iron a few centimetres above the surface — never press directly onto the fabric. For embroidered pieces, always steam from the reverse side.

Fold loosely and store in a cool, dry place away from direct light. Cedar blocks or lavender sachets repel moths naturally. Never use mothballs — they damage the fibre. Do not hang pashmina in a wardrobe. Folding preserves the drape and weight of the shawl over time.

Fine fibre pills naturally with wear — this is a property of the material, not a flaw. The finest pashmina produces the finest pills. Remove them gently with a soft cashmere comb. Never use scissors or a lint roller.

The sozni embroidery on your shawl is worked in silk thread. The silk is more delicate than the pashmina ground. Take particular care when washing — press rather than rub around embroidered areas. Always steam embroidered shawls from the reverse.