Woolen Shawls at Sanaulla Store
A wool shawl is the most practical winter layer in Sanaulla Store's collection: warm, versatile, and priced well below the specialty fibres it's often compared to. Here's what that comparison actually looks like, and what to expect from wool specifically, with delivery to the USA, UK, Canada, Australia UAE and worldwide.
What a Woolen Shawl Consists of
Sanaulla's woolen shawls are sheep's wool or a wool blend, a different, and much more common, fibre than pashmina or cashmere, both of which come from the Changthangi goat rather than a sheep. The difference is measurable: sheep's wool fibres run roughly 18 to 24 microns thick, versus about 12 to 16 microns for pashmina, and that gap in fineness is the entire reason pashmina feels softer and lighter for the same warmth, and costs considerably more. A wool shawl is the trade-off in the other direction, less delicate, more affordable, and built to handle regular wear.
How Much Warmth to Expect
Wool insulates well on its own, but because its fibres are coarser than pashmina's, a wool shawl generally needs more weight to match pashmina's warmth-per-gram. In practice that means a plain, lighter-weight wool shawl works best layered under a coat, while a heavier, more densely woven piece, can be worn on its own over eastern formal wear on a cold evening.
Caring for a Woolen Shawl
Treat it the way you would any wool garment: check the care label first, since hand washing or professional cleaning is gentler on the fibres than a washing machine, and dry it flat rather than on a hanger so it doesn't stretch out of shape. Because it's a natural animal fibre, store it with a moth deterrent like cedar blocks rather than sealed away untreated.
Shop Woolen Shawls Online
Browse Sanaulla Store's woolen shawl collection, priced from $20 to $60, and have your order delivered to the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, UAE and beyond.
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FAQ'S
Is this wool the same as pashmina?
No, they come from two different animals: pashmina is combed from the Changthangi goat, while this is sheep's wool. The gap in fibre fineness between them is why pashmina ends up lighter on the body and pricier for the same level of warmth.
What percentage wool is this shawl?
Fibre content varies by piece, from 100% wool to a wool-acrylic blend, so check the specific product's description rather than assuming. Blended wool tends to hold its shape better and cost less; pure wool tends to feel softer.
Can I wear a wool shawl to a formal event?
Yes, if it's a heavier or embroidered design; a plain, lightweight wool shawl reads more casual and suits everyday wear better than a formal occasion.
What's the best way to wash a wool shawl at home?
Hand wash in cold water if the label allows it, and skip the machine, which can felt or shrink wool fibres. For anything embroidered, professional cleaning is the safer bet.
