Cashmere scarves are one of the most resilient categories in premium fashion accessories. Unit economics are favourable, retail seasonality is wider than most apparel, and the product photographs well for e-commerce and direct-to-consumer channels. For international brands and retailers building cashmere scarf programmes, India offers a competitive combination of fibre access, craftsmanship and commercial-volume MOQ.
This guide gives importers a practical sourcing reference.
Standard Sizes for Cashmere Scarves
- Travel wrap / large shawl โ 90x200cm. Best-selling unisex size.
- Standard scarf โ 70x200cm. Most common men's and women's programmes.
- Square shawl โ 100x100cm or 140x140cm. Premium positioning, more fibre per piece.
- Compact scarf โ 35x180cm. Lightweight, year-round, mid-tier accessible.
- Pocket-square accessory scarf โ 30x140cm. Often paired with menswear.
GSM and Weight Specification
Cashmere scarf GSM directly affects feel, drape and price:
- 140โ180 GSM โ Lightweight, year-round. Suitable for spring/summer accessories.
- 200โ250 GSM โ Standard winter weight. Most commercial programmes.
- 280โ350 GSM โ Heavy luxury weight. Premium retail positioning.
- 400+ GSM โ Blanket-scarf weight; very few mills produce reliably above this.
Fibre Blend Options
- 100% cashmere (Grade A, 15 micron) โ Premium tier. Softest hand.
- 100% cashmere (Grade B/C, 16โ18 micron) โ Mid-tier; more affordable.
- Cashmere-silk blend (80/20 or 70/30) โ Drape improvement, slight cost reduction.
- Cashmere-Merino blend (70/30 or 50/50) โ Durability improvement, value-tier pricing.
- Cashmere-modal blend โ Most affordable "cashmere" claim; modal provides drape and reduces cashmere consumption.
For private-label clarity, specify the exact blend ratio and the cashmere micron count on every PO.
Weave Types
- Plain weave โ Standard. Soft drape.
- Twill weave โ Better drape, slight diagonal pattern visible.
- Herringbone โ Heritage menswear positioning.
- Reversible double-weave โ Two colours, different on each side. Premium positioning.
- Jacquard pattern โ Pattern woven in (paisley, geometric, brand logo). Highest cost.
Finishing Options
- Plain hem with hand-knotted fringe โ Most common.
- Machine-rolled hem โ Cleaner, more modern.
- Whipstitch hem โ Premium menswear finish.
- Brushed finish โ Increases softness perception; reduces longevity.
- Anti-pilling treatment โ Recommended for all programmes.
MOQ for Cashmere Scarf Programmes
- Solid-colour 100% cashmere scarf โ 200 pieces per colour
- Yarn-dyed two-tone scarf โ 300 pieces per colour combo
- Jacquard-pattern scarf โ 500 pieces minimum (jacquard setup cost)
- Hand-embroidered scarf โ 100 pieces (artisan-paced)
- Custom monogramming programme โ 100 pieces with per-piece surcharge
Pricing Reference (FOB India)
- 100% cashmere scarf, 70x200cm, 220 GSM, plain weave โ $32โ48 per piece
- 100% cashmere travel wrap, 90x200cm, 250 GSM โ $55โ78 per piece
- Cashmere-silk blend scarf, 70x200cm โ $24โ36 per piece
- Cashmere-Merino blend, 70x200cm โ $14โ22 per piece
- Reversible double-weave cashmere โ $48โ72 per piece
- Jacquard pattern cashmere scarf โ $58โ85 per piece
- Hand-embroidered cashmere shawl โ $95โ180 per piece
Customisation Options for Private Label
- Woven logo label (cuff or corner)
- Discreet embroidered monogram (corner)
- Custom colour development (Pantone match โ adds dye-lot minimum)
- Jacquard pattern with brand motif
- Custom hand-knotted fringe colour
- Hangtag with brand story / care instructions
Lead Times
- Sampling: 3โ4 weeks (2 rounds)
- Bulk production: 30โ45 days
- Custom colour development adds: 14 days
- Total order-to-ship: 8โ12 weeks for first programmes
- Repeat orders without specification change: 5โ7 weeks
Common Quality Issues
- Fibre micron variation across the production lot โ Insist on single-source fibre.
- Fringe length inconsistency โ Specify fringe length and tolerance.
- Colour drift between sampling and bulk โ Lock dye-lot reference on PPS sign-off.
- Pilling after first wear โ Demand anti-pilling finish; verify with wash test.
- Composition mis-declaration โ Demand independent fibre composition test per shipment.
About Blueridge Trade LLP
Blueridge Trade LLP operates a dual business model. Our textile division is a direct manufacturer โ we own and operate the production of our cashmere, Merino wool, silk, organic cotton, and blended fabric programmes, controlling quality from fibre sourcing through finishing. This vertical integration is what allows us to guarantee Grade A specifications and offer competitive private-label terms to international brands.
Beyond textiles, we operate as a trading and sourcing partner for industrial commodities (copper, aluminium, zinc and tungsten scrap), botanicals and spices, export-grade packaging, and consumables. In these categories we leverage a vetted network of Indian producers rather than manufacturing in-house โ giving international buyers a single consolidated point of contact for both textile manufacturing and broader Indian sourcing requirements.