🌙 Origin of Star Celestial Motifs in Shawls
Star Celestial Motifs in Shawls—stars, moons, and sky patterns—have a long tradition in textile art across South and Central Asia. They symbolize guidance, hope, and divine beauty. In Pashtun and Swati culture, stars represent light in the mountains, while the moon symbolizes peace and continuity of life.
The practice of embedding celestial designs in shawls dates back to the Mughal period, when artisans would craft fabrics inspired by astronomy, spirituality, and nature. Today, in Swat and Islampur, these motifs are reimagined with hand embroidery, blending tradition with modern fashion.
🏔️ Celestial Embroidery from Islampur, Swat
Islampur village in Swat is celebrated for its handwoven fabrics and embroidered designs. Here, artisans carefully stitch celestial motifs onto soft wool and cotton shawls.
- 🌟 Threads Used – Cotton, silk, and metallic threads add shimmer to the motifs.
- 🌙 Design Inspiration – Star clusters, crescent moons, and sky-inspired embroidery.
- 🧵 Craftsmanship – Tiny, precise stitches create scattered starry fields or bold moon-centered motifs.
These shawls are especially admired for festive and spiritual occasions, including Eid, weddings, and cultural events.
🌌 Types of Star & Celestial Motifs in Shawls
🌟 Star Cluster Shawls
- Embroidery of scattered stars across the fabric.
- A symbol of dreams and aspirations, often made with metallic threads for a glowing effect.
🌙 Moon-Centered Motifs
- Large crescent moon at the center or along the borders.
- Popular in men’s wool shawls and women’s silk blends.
✨ Border & Sky Patterns
- Embroidered starry borders with geometric lines resembling constellations.
- Minimal yet stylish for everyday use.
🪐 Mixed Celestial Embroidery
- Stars, moons, and sometimes suns combined into one design.
- A favorite for luxury shawls gifted during weddings.
💰 Prices of Celestial Motif Shawls in Pakistan
The price varies depending on fabric and embroidery style:
- Cotton/Light Wool Star Shawls: PKR 2,800 – PKR 5,500
- Hand-Embroidered Wool Celestial Shawls: PKR 7,500 – PKR 15,000
- Luxury Silk or Premium Bridal Celestial Shawls: PKR 18,000 – PKR 32,000+
Hand embroidery costs more but delivers uniqueness and heritage value.
🌍 Why Choose Celestial Motifs?
✔️ Symbol of hope, spirituality, and elegance
✔️ Stylish, suitable for youth and modern fashion
✔️ Ideal for festivals, weddings, and Eid
✔️ Works well for both men’s and women’s shawls
✔️ Unique, less common compared to floral or paisley motifs
🛍️ Shop Celestial Motif Shawls at Bibriks
At Bibriks, we bring you hand-embroidered star and moon shawls from Swat and Islampur. Each piece is crafted with fine fabrics and detailed celestial motifs that combine tradition with elegance.
- 🌙 For Women – Soft, starry designs on silk and cotton.
- 🌟 For Men – Bold moon and star borders on wool shawls.
- 🎁 For Gifts – Perfect for Eid, weddings, and special occasions.
👉 Explore celestial designs at www.bibriks.com and add a touch of heavenly beauty to your wardrobe.
