Reversible Jamawar Stole from Amritsar with Woven Paisley Jaal
Gentle hand-wash separately in cold water with a mild detergent. Avoid soaking. Iron on medium heat while slightly damp.
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Behind this piece
Jamawar is a name drawn from two Persian words: *jama*, meaning robe, and *war*, meaning canvas. The tradition arrived in the Punjab through the Mughal court's love of intricate brocaded textiles, and Amritsar became its northern Indian home. Here, the paisley jaal, that teardrop motif rooted in ancient Kashmir and Persia, is woven directly into the structure of the fabric rather than printed upon it. This reversible stole honours that discipline: both faces carry the full pattern, equally finished, equally intentional. Modal lends the construction a silken weight that falls without stiffness.
How to style
Wear the Florida Keys or Winter Wheat colourway draped asymmetrically over an ivory kurta for a heritage brunch, anchored with oxidised silver jhumkas. For a winter wedding, fold the Misty Rose in a loose dupatta style over a silk anarkali, and let it trail at the wrist. The Porcelain and Snow White tones work quietly over tailored wide-leg trousers and a fitted blouse for diaspora professionals who want craft without ceremony. Kolhapuri flats or block-heeled mojris complete each look without competing with the woven jaal.
Fabric & care
Modal is a plant-derived fibre with a naturally smooth surface, but it demands respect. Hand-wash this stole in cool water using a mild, pH-neutral detergent. Never wring; press it gently between two clean cotton towels to remove excess water. Dry flat in shade, away from direct sunlight, which can shift the subtler tonal colourways over time. Do not iron the woven jaal directly; use a pressing cloth on low heat. Store folded in muslin, not plastic, to allow the fibre to breathe across seasons.
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