Authentic wool scarves from the Himalayas

Why Yak wool ?

Posted by Ritika Mehra on

Why Yak wool ?

The Timeless Luxury of Yak Wool Scarves & Shawls When winter whispers through the mountains and the air turns crisp, nothing feels as comforting as wrapping yourself in a soft, warm yak wool scarf or shawl. More than just an accessory, yak wool is a story of tradition, sustainability, and timeless elegance. If you’re looking for warmth without bulk, luxury without excess, and style with meaning — yak wool might just be your perfect companion. What Makes Yak Wool So Special? Yak wool comes from the soft undercoat of Himalayan yaks, naturally shed during warmer months. Unlike synthetic fabrics or...

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Why you need a woollen meditation shawl ??

Posted by Shaurya Bastola on

Why you need a woollen meditation shawl ??

Why do you need a shawl whilst meditating? Practised in the right way meditation can have revitalising effects, physically, mentally, and spiritually. According to the ancient scriptures, meditating or praying deeply in the language of your heart to the universal energy or simply your calls to god over and over again, with deeper and deeper longing and concentration takes you on the path of self- realisation. Since early times many yogis, monks and the masters of the orient have advised to use a woollen shawl, blanket or a rug whether you like to sit on the floor, cross legged, on...

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Benefits of wool

Posted by Shaurya Bastola on

  Benefits of wool !! Hi there, I am Ritika co-founder of MARICHI along with my husband Shaurya. Here are some facts on pure organic wool and why man has always loved this material. Benefits of authentic wool: Good for mother earth: Pure wool is biodegradable and releases nutrients such as fertilisers. Wool breathes: We often asked ourselves during our high altitude odysseys, how in god’s name do these sheep and yaks merrily graze in the elevated Himalayan pasture lands and survive the harshest and unpredictable weather systems? The answer is simple: wool has balanced thermal insulation properties i.e. it...

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