Queen of Lao Scarves and Shawls

Feel like a queen wrapped in pieces from our Queen of Lao Scarves and Shawls collection – perfectly woven hand-made products from the artisans of Laos. Each piece brings with it a part of Lao history, a reminder of the ancient art of weaving that has been passed on from mother to daughter for generations.

In Lao history, young girls often did not have the opportunity to go to school. Instead, their mothers “home-schooled” them in the invaluable art of weaving. A woman’s “marriage value” was often assessed based on the quality of her weaving. As such, young girls typically apprenticed beside their mothers on the loom, improving their skills so that by their teen years, they could produce intricate designs fitting of a king. (literally!) The artisan women of today have a modified version of these values, and their hand woven scarves are symbolic of this rich history of weaving. They are delighted to share a piece of their culture with you.

Take your time meandering through our selection of Queen of Lao Scarves and Shawls and witness the Lao fusion of traditional skills and modern style. Accentuate your ensemble with the Fair Trade Goddess Scarf or feel a little indigenous with the Tribal Sun Scarf. We think you’ll have fun reading about each piece and the story behind each item. Enjoy your visit with us, and we hope you find the perfect scarf.

Empowering women through the purchase of sustainable, fair trade products really does make a difference. Thank you for looking through our Queen of Lao Scarves and Shawls.