Our Story
A journey woven with passion, heritage, and the extraordinary hands of Nepal's finest artisans.
A Love Letter to Himalayan Craftsmanship
Himalayan Cashmere World was born from a deep admiration for the extraordinary artisans of the Kathmandu Valley — a dedicated team who have spent generations mastering the art of hand-looming the world's finest cashmere fiber.
Founded in 2009, we set out with one mission: to bring authentic, ethically-sourced Chyangra Pashmina directly from the hands of Nepalese artisans to the people who would truly appreciate them — bypassing the exploitative chain of middlemen that had long kept artisans from receiving fair wages.
Today, based in Brampton, Ontario, we serve customers across Canada and the USA with the same commitment we started with: transparency, authenticity, and unwavering quality.
The Art Behind Every Thread
From the high-altitude pastures of Nepal to the loom — witness the centuries-old journey of Chyangra Pashmina in this short film.
Inspired by the Himalayas
At 4,000 metres above sea level, the Chyangra mountain goats of Nepal develop an extraordinarily fine undercoat — Pashmina — to survive the brutal Himalayan winters. This fiber is the rarest in the world, with individual strands no thicker than 14–19 microns.
Every piece begins here, in the cold mountain air, before travelling to the skilled hands of Kathmandu's artisans who transform it into something extraordinary.
"Pashmina is not just a fabric. It is a language spoken through generations of hands that never forgot its meaning."
Every thread carries the spirit of the Himalayas — the patience of the artisan, the purity of the fiber, and the promise of something that will last a lifetime. — Himalayan Cashmere World
Why Chyangra Cashmere?
Not all cashmere is created equal. True Chyangra Pashmina — certified by the Nepal Pashmina Industries Association — stands apart from machine-processed alternatives by every measure that matters.
- 14–19 micron fiber diameter — softer than the finest wool
- Hand-combed (never sheared) to preserve full fiber length
- 100% traceable from Himalayan herder to your hands
- Natural colors: undyed options retain the goat's original palette
- NPIDA certified — Nepal's highest pashmina quality standard
- Biodegradable and sustainable by nature
Five Pillars of Our Craftsmanship
Ethical Sourcing
Our fiber is hand-combed — never sheared — ensuring no harm to the Chyangra goats and preserving fiber integrity.
Hand Spinning
Master spinners in Kathmandu draw the fiber by hand on traditional spinning wheels (charkha), creating yarn of unparalleled softness.
Natural Dyeing
We use plant-based dyes and low-impact mordants, protecting both the environment and the delicate pashmina fiber.
Handloom Weaving
Each piece is woven on manually operated looms by artisans who have inherited this craft through generations.
Quality Control
Every item passes our 12-point quality inspection before leaving Nepal — then again before shipment to Canada.
15+ Years of Heritage
Founded in Nepal
Established first partnerships with artisan cooperatives in Kathmandu Valley with fair-wage commitments from day one.
First Canadian Customers
Expanded operations to Canada, bringing authentic Chyangra Pashmina to luxury-conscious Canadians for the first time.
Certification Achieved
Received full NPIDA Chyangra Pashmina certification, confirming the world's highest cashmere quality standard.
US Market Expansion
Launched free shipping to the United States, making our artisan cashmere accessible across all of North America.
Digital Flagship
Launched our online flagship, bringing the full Himalayan Cashmere World experience to a global audience.
200+ Artisans Supported
We now partner with over 200 skilled artisans in Kathmandu through fair-trade direct procurement.
Artisans at the Heart of Everything
Behind every Himalayan Cashmere World piece is a skilled artisan whose craft has been passed down through generations of their family. We don't just source from them. We invest in them.
Our direct-trade model ensures that artisans receive fair wages, safe working conditions, and long-term partnerships. When you purchase from us, you're not just buying cashmere. You're sustaining a way of life that has existed for centuries in the Himalayas.
Today our artisan community spans 12 cooperatives across the Kathmandu Valley, employing over 200 dedicated craftspeople and providing stable, dignified livelihoods.
Luxury That Respects the Planet
True luxury leaves no scar on the earth that produced it. From fiber to finished product, every decision we make is guided by our responsibility to the environment, the animals, and the communities who sustain this craft.
What Makes Us Different
Direct From Source
No middlemen. We source directly from artisan cooperatives in Kathmandu, ensuring authenticity and maximum artisan earnings.
Certified Authenticity
All our cashmere carries NPIDA certification — the world's most rigorous standard for genuine Chyangra Pashmina.
Heritage Techniques
Every piece is hand-spun, hand-dyed, and handwoven on traditional looms — techniques unchanged for centuries.
Transparent Pricing
We price honestly. You pay for quality and artisan wages — not for marketing, retail markup, or brand premiums.
Quality You Can Trust
Every piece leaves Nepal only after passing our strict quality check. We take full responsibility for what we deliver — your satisfaction matters to us.
Community Impact
Your purchase directly funds fair wages for 200+ artisans and their families across the Kathmandu Valley.
We Promise You the Real Thing
In a market flooded with synthetic blends and mislabelled "cashmere", we make a simple promise: every product we sell is exactly what we say it is. Authentic Chyangra Pashmina, ethically sourced, masterfully crafted, honestly priced.
When you wear Himalayan Cashmere World, you wear the trust of 200 artisans, the pride of 15 years of honest trade, and the beauty of one of the world's most extraordinary natural fibers.
Discover Timeless Himalayan Luxury
Every piece tells a story. Find yours in our collection of certified Chyangra Pashmina shawls, stoles, and accessories.