For centuries, Pashmina has reflected the glory of royalty, heritage, and immaculate craftsmanship. Commonly referred to as the “Soft Gold of the Himalayas,” this unique textile speaks of a long-woven legacy of artistry, craftsmanship, and culture.

The true Pashmina is derived from the rare Changthangi goats found in Ladakh.  It is the most sought-after and the most cherished fabric on Earth. It starts high on the plains of the Himalayas, with the goats enduring the extreme cold, developing a fine undercoat. This wool, ultra-soft in texture, journeys from Ladakh to Kashmir to the master artisans and, then woven into breathtaking handwoven creations.

At Ladakhy, we are committed to carrying forward a timeless legacy that is nestled into future generations and that every piece of Pashmina enshrines authenticity, craftsmanship, and exclusivity.

Ladakh: The Birthplace of Authentic Pashmina

In the cold and dry plateaus of Ladakh, the Changthangi goats, found at altitudes averaging more than 14,000 feet, develop an ultra-fine undercoat that protects them from sub-zero temperatures. In spring, this wool is filled with life and captures the attention of nomadic herders, thus initiating an age-old tradition passed down through generations.

  • Ultra-Fine Fibers: Only one true Pashmina exists, which is between 12 and 16 microns, so it cannot be spun by machine.
  • Unparalleled Softness: Real Pashmina is airy light, so unbelievably soft that cashmere blushes with inferiority, and indeed it is one of the rarest textiles left on the Earth.
  • Sustainable & Ethical: Pashmina collecting poses little threat to goats; thus, the wool fibre collection is 100% natural and eco-sustainable
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Fine fibre travels from the untouched landscape of Ladakh to master artisans in Kashmir, where it goes through a long process of hand-spinning, weaving, and embroidery, composing luxury pieces that earn their stripes against cutting-edge trends.

A Journey of Handwoven Excellence

The making of authentic Pashmina is an art that involves back-breaking work, great skill, and high patience.

  • Hand-Combing & Sorting: Separating the delicate Pashmina fibre from the coarser outer hair has to be done with skilled hands.
  • Hand-Spinning: The rare soft wool is spun into the finest yarn with every artisan’s hands with the help of a spinning wheel (charkha).
  • Hand-Weaving: Creating elaborate designs on ancient wooden looms, the weavers’ endeavour may take months, even years, to finish a work of art.
  • Hand-Embroidering: Some Pashmina shawls are further questioned by exquisite embroidery, handed down from generation to generation and perfected over centuries.
  • Hand-finishing: Each shawl, wrap, and saree is then carefully washed, brushed, and finished according to the highest standards of luxury.

Every Ladakhy Pashmina piece is a masterpiece—a rare creation that carries centuries of heritage within every weave.

The Rarity & Luxury of True Pashmina

In this world of mass-producing cashmere and synthetic imitations, handloom-woven Pashmina represents one of the most unique and highest-branded production today.

  • A Symbol of Prestige: Pashmina was essentially reserved for royalty and continues to symbolise luxury, even now.
  • Unmatched Softness & Warmth: The very fine fibres of Pashmina give warmth while remaining almost like a weightless feather.
  • environmental awareness Ethical & Sustainable: Ethically produced, handwoven Pashmina is made with labour-intensive eco-friendly techniques, unlike the industrial process.
  • A Collector’s Treasure: All Pashmina hand-woven is an heirloom, something to treasure through generations.

At Ladakhy, we honour this heritage and source only the finest and most authentic Pashmina, which allows us to imbue integrity, tradition, and superior craftsmanship into each of our creations.

Ladakhy: Preserving a Legacy

The story of Ladakhy is where the soul of Pashmina resides. Whereas fast fashion brands have gone into mainstream production, we, along with Kashmiri artisans, work towards making single pieces of Pashmina shawls, wraps, and sarees that embody a strong connection of beauty with tradition and respect.

  • We preserve hand-weaving traditions dating centuries back to ensure that the art of weaving Pashmina stays alive.
  • We empower artisans, specifically women, with the dignity of fair wages and sustainable livelihoods.
  • We deliver luxurious one-of-a-kind pieces, assuring that each creation of Ladakhy must be treated like a treasure.

From the windswept plains of Ladakh into the hands of master artisans in Kashmir, the journey of every Ladakhy piece is woven into a narrative—an authentic, heritage-driven narrative filled with skillful craftsmanship.

Experience the Elegance of Ladakhy Pashmina

True Pashmina is not just worn; it is experienced. Since the Himalayan landscape, the patience of the skilled artisan operates out, and the luxuriousness of this age-old cloth is palpable, every piece speaks the language of their orders.