Handspun Pure Wool Men’s Shawl — Lohi / Loi / Loe / Dushala / Chadar | Kullu Handloom

Thick, handspun warmth from the Himalayas

This handspun pure wool men’s shawl is a true Himalayan classic—woven by hand on traditional looms in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh. The yarn is handspun, giving it a thicker, heavier, and more substantial texture than machine‑spun yarn. When woven on loom, this creates a dense, natural fabric that is wonderfully insulating, durable, and comforting in harsh cold.

Because of its heavy gauge thread and tight handloom weave, the shawl becomes more than just a garment. It’s a full‑coverage wrap you can use on freezing mornings, chilly evenings near a fireplace, or during long outdoor gatherings in snow or mountain winds. It also works beautifully for meditation, prayer, or quiet reflection, where weight, warmth, and grounding feel matter.

Traditional names, timeless use

Across northern India and the Himalayas, this style of shawl is known by many names—Lohi, Loi, Loe, Dushala, Chadar—but the idea is the same: an oversized, warm wrap that can be draped or wrapped in multiple ways. For spiritual or mindful use, people often call it a meditation shawl or prayer shawl, reflecting its role in calm, contemplative moments.

Key features

✔ 100% Pure Wool — no synthetic fibers
✔ Handspun yarn — thicker, heavier, more insulating
✔ Handloom woven in Kullu, Himachal
✔ Oversized coverage for body, shoulders, or blanket‑style use
✔ Dense, warm, natural texture — ideal for severe winters
✔ Traditional Himalayan craftsmanship
✔ Suitable for both daily wear and spiritual use

Size and dimensions

• Size in inches: 100 × 50 inches
• Size in centimeters: 254 × 127 cm

• Oversized format lets you wrap fully around the body, drape across shoulders, or use like a blanket during meditation or prayer.

Product specifications

• Product type: Men’s Shawl / Lohi / Dushala
• Material: Pure wool, handspun
• Weave: Handloom, traditional
• Texture: Thick, heavy, natural wool feel
• Season: Winter, snow, cold climates
• Place of origin: Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, India
• Gender: Primarily men’s traditional wrap; suitable for anyone during meditation or prayer
• Batch: Small‑batch handmade, not mass‑produced

Ideal for

• Extreme cold and snow regions
• Daily winter wear in hills or plains
• Trekking, mountain travel, or camping near cold climates
• Meditation, yoga, and spiritual practices
• Prayer, temple use, or calm evening rituals
• Thoughtful, traditional gifting

Craft and authenticity:-

• Each shawl is woven by hand, not factory‑made. Slight variations in weave, shade, or texture are natural—these are marks of real handloom craft, not defects. By choosing this shawl, you support local Kullu weavers, sustain traditional handloom skills, and back a more ethical, rural livelihood.

Care instructions:-

• Preferred: Dry clean for longest life
• If hand washing: use cold water and mild detergent
• Do not wring, twist, or stretch forcefully
• Lay flat to dry in shade to maintain shape and texture