Zindagi Gulzaar Hai Embroidered Calligraphy Shawl- Black metal Height: 7"

Height: 7"

It is a form of active meditation which originated among certain groups and is still practiced by the Sufi Derishes of the Mevlevi Order

This is sought through abandoning their ego or personal desires by spinning their bodies in repetitive circles

which is itself derived from the Arabic alphabet

Detail: Velvet Applique Work

Zindagi Gulzaar Hai Embroidered Calligraphy Shawl- Black metal Height: 7"Beautiful Urdu calligraphy in embroidery on a unisex cotton shawl or dupatta, with tasseled edges. An alluring accessory for Sherwanis, Salwar Kameezes, Pathanis, or even when cleverly paired with western ensemble. The shawl features Urdu calligraphy that spells out the phrase "Zindagi Gulzaar Hai" in repeating loops along the border of this wrap, traditionally worn as an upper garment by men and woman alike, to compliment a tunic or shirt. Literally