kashmiri hat
Kashmiri hat
Kashmir has a beautiful collection of famous traditional ‘Karakuli’ Caps. These caps made from the
tender sheepskin are mostly worn in the north west frontier province in Pakistan, but Kashmiri’s
too started wearing Karakuli in the early seventies. According to Wikipedia, “a Karakul (or Qaraqul)
hat (also known as a Jinnah Cap in Pakistan for its frequent use by the country’s founder
(Mohammad Ali Jinnah) is a hat made from the fur of the Qaraqul breed of the sheep, often from
the fur of aborted lamb fetuses? The wearing of these caps of different hues, shapes, and sizes seems
quite a fad among Kashmiri politicians. From Afghan President Hamid Karzai to Indian renowned
Musician Manna Dey, the greatest Personalities have loved the Karakul caps; the Tradition headwear
of Kashmir.A Karakul (or Qaraqul) hat is made from the fur of the Qaraqul breed of sheep and is
referred to as Astrakhan, broadtail, qaraqulcha, or Persian lamb. However, Karakul Cap is not a
traditional Kashmiri headgear. Its advent in Kashmir seems quite recent. It probably entered the
valley after 1947.
The best quality Karakul with short and tight curls is made from the skin of an unborn lamb killed in the womb along with the mother for getting the raw material.This Karakulis earlier cost anywhere from rupees 100 to 150 but now their prices have increased and have gone up as high as rupees 7,000 to 9,000,.Apart from this there are Beautiful, embroidered prayer cap for men.
The pattern is stylish and unique, sure to look amazing with any outfit, traditional or non-traditional.
In the prayer cap Gold stitching is used to depict the significant Mosque in Jerusalem, the Dome
of the Rock while blue stitching is used to depict palm trees.
As an interesting fact, the Karakul Cap/hat is not a traditional Kashmiri headgear. It started in Kashmir after independence. Kashmir Karakul hats are also considered a symbol of honor among most of the people here.
It has become a trend these days for leaders to wear these hats and many times many celebrities also wear these hats while visiting Kashmir. Apart from Kashmir, these Karakul hats are very popular internationally.
As another fact, “aKarakul (or Qaraqul) hats” are also known as a Jinnah Cap in Pakistan for its frequent use by the country’s founder. Kashmir Market has a variety of Karakul hats made of real fur and twill lining.
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Karakul caps are made from the fur of newborn lambs, which is why they’re so soft and warm. They’re also sometimes water resistant, so you can wear them in any weather without worrying about getting wet. Plus, they come in all different colors and styles! You won’t find another cap like it on the market today. It’s not just an amazing product but also an incredible experience you can have every day of your life.
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