Skip to content
  • Collections
        • Pure Pashmina

        • Kani Weaves

        • Kalamkari

        • Ari Embroidery

        • Sozni Embroidery

        • Unstitched Suits

        • Men

        • Classic Shawls

        • Spring/Summer

        • Zari Shimmers

        • Luxurious Silks

        • Casual Scarves

        • Phirans & Kashmiri Wear

        • Jackets

        • Contemporary Fashion

        • Ikat Weaves

        • Silk Dupattas

        • Reversible Shawls

        • Border Work Shawls

        • Casual Printed Stoles

        • Unisex Pieces

        • Hand Beaded Wraps

        • Jaamavar Handbags

  • Women
        • Causal Scarves

        • Luxury Stoles

        • Exclusive Shawls

        • Phirans & Kashmiri Wear

        • Unstiched Suits

  • Men
        • Exclusive Shawls

        • Luxury Stoles

  • Home
        • Throw Blankets

        • Decorative Cushions

  • Gift Ideas
        • Gifts for Her

        • Gifts for Him

        • Gifts to Elders

        • Gifts for the Home

        • Felicitation Shawls

        • Wedding Gifts

        • Corporate Gifting

        • Festive Gifting

  • More
        • About Us

        • FAQ

        • Contact Us

        • My KCS

        • Blogs

        • Return Order

        • Wholesale

Kcsshop
Home
Category
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Blogs
  • Wholesale
  • Return Order
  • My KCS
  • FAQ
  • Instagram Facebook Youtube X Pinterest

Our Categories

Fashion

What is Phiran? (AKA Pheran/ Firan)

Written By Pooja Singh

Posted on March 20, 2020 - 5 min read
thumbnail-img

On this Page

So if you have been curious about those cool Kashmiri garments, known as phirans, which we see around us and did not know much about them, we thought we will help everyone out!

Image courtesy of @jaya.m

Phiran

Phiran is the name of the traditional clothing worn by the men women and children of Kashmir. It is designed to be a clothing item that helps keep the body warm in the cold wintertime of Kashmir. There is no consensus as to the specific nomenclature/ spelling of this word. As the title of this blog post suggests, there are multiple ways to spell it – phiran/ pheran/ pheron/ firan. However, it seems that the word is a corruption of the Persian word ‘perahan’ which means shirt. The outfit has been in vogue in Kashmir since before the 15th century.

 

For the women, it is available as both a long phiran – till the knees OR as a shorter version – like a blouse or tunic. The ladies’ phiran is made of pure wool with intricate hand embroidery and in present times even machine embroidery. Embroideries are usually bright floral multicolor embroideries and give the authentic Kashmiri touch to the garments. Some phirans have embroidery just at the collars whereas others have it all over. The phiran is normally loosely gathered at the sleeves without any side splits. Given the unique look and nature of the phiran, it has become a popular item of clothing even outside of Kashmir. The garment fits perfectly well in both modern and traditional forms of fashion and clothing. It can be paired with jeans and sneakers as well as salwar and dupattas.

 

Men’s phirans are made quite differently than women. There is a different pattern/ cut/ shape to the garment as well as the kind of design. Men’s phirans are usually in simple plain designs or at most check/ plaid designs. They are made of thick wool to protect the body from the cold and snow. Men’s phirans usually fall to the feet, like a gown, but again with modern variations to this outfit, more of today’s phirans are ending till the knees. There are again no open slits in men’s phirans.

 

Phirans are also worn by children, both babies and adolescents. Smaller sizes are made for men and women’s phirans respectively as per the size of the child. Children wear their phirans to school, for play, etc. It is indeed the beloved garment for the people of Kashmir and is proudly worn by them! If you don’t believe us you should see results for #phiranismyidentity!

Image courtesy of @jaya.m

 

So! If you found phirans fascinating and would like to get one, you can choose from our wide collection of the warmest and most detailed embroidery phirans! Available in more than 25 colors you will be spoilt for choices. Visit our dedicated page on e-shop or any of our stores!

 

Pooja Singh

Pooja Singh

Editor

Prev :
Prev: DIY – What to do with your old Scarves!!
Next :
Next: 5 ways to wear a summer scarf

Featured on KCS

Logo Khub Chand Sawhney’s (KCS) Kashmir Shawl Emporium, was established in 1950. Over the years we have gained the reputation of being the premier retailer of Kashmiri garments and handicrafts in India. Besides shawls, stoles, and scarves we are also known for our collections in Kashmiri sarees, jackets, suits and bed linen. Estd. 1950 Payments
Quick Links
  • About us
  • Contact us
  • Blogs
  • Wholesale
HELP
  • FAQ
  • Refund & Cancellation
  • Shipping Policy
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
Registered Office
  • Khub Chand Sawhneys
    94, M.M, Janpath Road, New Delhi-110001
    Mobile/WhatsApp :- +919810201838
Contact us
  • [email protected]
Social Links

Popular Searches

Collections :

  • Pure Pashmina
  • Ari Embroidery
  • Border Work Shawls
  • Casual Printed Stoles
  • Classic Paisleys
  • Classic Shawls
  • Cozy Living Room Accessories
  • Contemporary Fashion
  • Double Side Aksi Embroidery
  • Haldi Ceremony Wear
  • Hand Beaded Wraps
  • Ikat Weaves
  • Jackets
  • Jaamavar Handbags
  • Kani Weaves
  • Kalamkari
  • Limited Edition Winter Shawls
  • Luxuries Under 5000
  • Luxurious Silks
  • Original Pashmina Shawl
  • Phirans
  • Ponchos
  • Raj Durbar Baraat Shawls
  • Reversible Shawls
  • Shawls for Milni
  • Sozi Embroidery
  • Spring / Summer
  • Shawls for Wedding Milni
  • Sangeet Party Reccos
  • Sozni Embroidery
  • Silk Dupattas
  • Travel-Friendly Lightweight Stoles
  • Unisex Pieces
  • Wedding Day Elegance
  • Winter Shawl for Office Wear
  • Zari Shimmers

Pure Pashmina :

  • Original Pashmina Shawl

Kalamkari :

  • Pashmina Kalamkari Shawl

Gift Ideas :

  • Birthday Present For Grandfather
  • Corporate Gifting
  • Festive Gifting
  • Felicitation Shawls
  • Gifts for Her
  • Gifts for Him
  • Gifts to Elders
  • Gifts for the Home
  • Luxury Shawls for NRI Winter Gifting
  • Mother's Day Gift Ideas
  • Personalized Home Decor Gifts
  • Wedding Gifts

Home :

  • Throw Blankets
  • Decorative Cushions

Men :

  • Exclusive Shawls
  • Heritage Wool Shawls for Men
  • Men's Pashmina Shawls
  • Luxury Stoles

Women :

  • Casual Scarves
  • Dressing Gown
  • Exclusive Shawls
  • Luxury Stoles
  • Luxury Winter Shawls for Women
  • Pashmina Shawl for Women
  • Phirans & Kashmiri Wear
  • Unstitched Suits
  • Stoles for Women

Casual Scarves :

  • Silk Scarf For Women

Luxury Stoles :

  • Stoles For Women

Copyright © 2025, Inc. All rights reserved.

Refund and Cancellation
Return

We offer hassle free returns! You can return your order within 7 days of receipt. We request you to initiate returns for unused pieces only. Your money will be refunded in the original form of payment, except COD orders which will be returned via bank transfer!

All items to be returned must be unused and in their original condition with all original tags and packaging intact and should not be broken or tampered with.

Please note this does not apply to international orders. Due to difficulties in generating returns pickups, reverse duties and taxes on import international orders cannot be returned.

Cancellation

Please write to us or call us immediately if you have placed an order by mistake. An order which is not dispatched can certainly by stopped and if payment is made, refunded to you without any hassle!

Please note this does not apply to international orders. International orders once shipped cannot be stopped or cancelled.

View All
Select your currency
INR Indian rupee
USD United States (US) dollar
CAD Canadian dollar
EUR Euro
AUD Australian dollar
GBP Pound sterling
JPY Japanese yen
AED United Arab Emirates dirham
NOK Norwegian krone
NZD New Zealand dollar
BDT Bangladeshi taka
Image

It's added to your Wishlist!

You can find your Wishlist in your My Account space and modify it

Item removed from wishlist!

View Wishlist

Your cart

Bajoo Jaal Ari Hand Emb Phiran - Deep Red
Bajoo Jaal Ari Hand Emb Phiran - Deep Red
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £139 £139

Alahambra Weave Glitter Thread Wool Scarf - Honey
Alahambra Weave Glitter Thread Wool Scarf - Honey

1 x £16 £16

Safed Dubdaar Ari Hand Embroidery Stole
Safed Dubdaar Ari Hand Embroidery Stole

1 x £31 £31

Raj Durbar Kani Shawl - Sunset Gold
Raj Durbar Kani Shawl - Sunset Gold

1 x £42 £42

Fawn & Beige Natural Wool Throw Blanket
Fawn & Beige Natural Wool Throw Blanket

1 x £43 £43

Ari Jaaldar Hand Emb Phiran - Honey Gold
Ari Jaaldar Hand Emb Phiran - Honey Gold
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £239 £239

Bajoo Jaal Ari Hand Emb Phiran - Navy, Turquoise
Bajoo Jaal Ari Hand Emb Phiran - Navy, Turquoise
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £139 £139

Contour Ikat Weave Wool Shawl - Latte, Multi
Contour Ikat Weave Wool Shawl - Latte, Multi

1 x £27 £27

Metallic Contour Ikat Weave Wool Shawl - Gold, Charcoal
Metallic Contour Ikat Weave Wool Shawl - Gold, Charcoal
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £74 £74

Metallic Yatra-e-Husn Kalamkari Wool Shawl - Gold, Orchid
Metallic Yatra-e-Husn Kalamkari Wool Shawl - Gold, Orchid
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £84 £84

Antique Red Paisley Cushion and Pillow [2 Each, Set of 4]
Antique Red Paisley Cushion and Pillow [2 Each, Set of 4]
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £26 £26

Boheme Cotton Stole - Wild Multi
Boheme Cotton Stole - Wild Multi
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £13 £13

Paisleyscape Silk Cotton Stole - Khaki
Paisleyscape Silk Cotton Stole - Khaki
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £22 £22

Tehreer Jaal Handloom Pashmina Shawl - Monochrome Red
Tehreer Jaal Handloom Pashmina Shawl - Monochrome Red
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £986 £986

Interflora Wool Silk Self Checks Stole - Blue
Interflora Wool Silk Self Checks Stole - Blue
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £27 £27

Pavanzo Paisley Silk Cotton Stole - Turquoise
Pavanzo Paisley Silk Cotton Stole - Turquoise
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £22 £22

Ari Jaaldar Hand Emb Phiran - Autumn Rust
Ari Jaaldar Hand Emb Phiran - Autumn Rust
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £239 £239

Ari Jaaldar Hand Emb Phiran - Merigold
Ari Jaaldar Hand Emb Phiran - Merigold
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £239 £239

Phool Jaal Kani Weave Stole - Scarlet Red
Phool Jaal Kani Weave Stole - Scarlet Red
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £10 £10

Multi Blue Ari Hand Emb Wool Phiran
Multi Blue Ari Hand Emb Wool Phiran

1 x £44 £44

Leo Heart Wooly Stole - Mauve
Leo Heart Wooly Stole - Mauve

1 x £8 £8

Zari Wool Dorukha Jaaldar Shawl – Merigold Ivory
Zari Wool Dorukha Jaaldar Shawl – Merigold Ivory

1 x £29 £29

Darbār Daur Kani Wool Shawl - Abyss Blue
Darbār Daur Kani Wool Shawl - Abyss Blue

1 x £42 £42

Zarmina Paisley Kani Jama Shawl - Almond Beige
Zarmina Paisley Kani Jama Shawl - Almond Beige
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £39 £39

Ari Hand Embroidery Naaldar Wool Phiran - Almond Oil
Ari Hand Embroidery Naaldar Wool Phiran - Almond Oil

1 x £44 £44

Nautica Summer Silk Cotton Stole - Aqua Blue, Red
Nautica Summer Silk Cotton Stole - Aqua Blue, Red
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £22 £22

Teal Blue Paisley Pure Wool Triangle Scarf
Teal Blue Paisley Pure Wool Triangle Scarf

1 x £7 £7

Wool Jaamavar Handbag - Peach
Wool Jaamavar Handbag - Peach
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £22 £22

Sozni Palla Pure Pashmina Shawl - Melange Beige
Sozni Palla Pure Pashmina Shawl - Melange Beige
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £961 £961

Palledaar Ari Hand Embroidery Stole - Lavender, Black
Palledaar Ari Hand Embroidery Stole - Lavender, Black
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £41 £41

Cool Sunglasses Linen Stole - Beach Blue
Cool Sunglasses Linen Stole - Beach Blue

1 x £6 £6

Black & Rust Teardrop Paisley Cushion and Pillow [2 Each, Set of 4]
Black & Rust Teardrop Paisley Cushion and Pillow [2 Each, Set of 4]
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £26 £26

Raj Durbar Kani Shawl - White Beige
Raj Durbar Kani Shawl - White Beige

1 x £74 £74

Dreamscape Patterns Cotton Stole - Offwhite, Blue
Dreamscape Patterns Cotton Stole - Offwhite, Blue
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £13 £13

Sozni Dordaar Hand Embroidery Shawl – Camel
Sozni Dordaar Hand Embroidery Shawl – Camel
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £111 £111

Orchid Lavender Ikat Cushion and Pillow [2 Each, Set of 4]
Orchid Lavender Ikat Cushion and Pillow [2 Each, Set of 4]
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £26 £26

Ari Jaaldar Hand Emb Phiran - Moss, Multi
Ari Jaaldar Hand Emb Phiran - Moss, Multi
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £197 £197

Textura Stipes Superior Cotton Stole - Soft Multi
Textura Stipes Superior Cotton Stole - Soft Multi
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £8 £8

Badaam Palla Kani Unstitched Suit - Lemongrass Lime
Badaam Palla Kani Unstitched Suit - Lemongrass Lime

1 x £81 £81

Wild Textures Weave Wool Blend Scarf - Khaki Brown
Wild Textures Weave Wool Blend Scarf - Khaki Brown
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £15 £15

Radial Prints Bamboo Modal Stole - Multi
Radial Prints Bamboo Modal Stole - Multi
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £16 £16

ZigZag Geo Wooly Scarf - Neelam Navy
ZigZag Geo Wooly Scarf - Neelam Navy
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £16 £16

Ethereal Florals Lux Silk Unstitched Suit - Bombay Black
Ethereal Florals Lux Silk Unstitched Suit - Bombay Black
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £90 £90

Potpourri Jama Kalamkari Shawl - Multi
Potpourri Jama Kalamkari Shawl - Multi

1 x £80 £80

Classical Weave Wool Blend Scarf - Elegant Ivory
Classical Weave Wool Blend Scarf - Elegant Ivory
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £14 £14

Kani Dordaar Wool Mens Shawl – Ivory
Kani Dordaar Wool Mens Shawl – Ivory

1 x £74 £74

Aquarelle Paisley Superior Cotton Stole - Lime, Multi
Aquarelle Paisley Superior Cotton Stole - Lime, Multi
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £13 £13

Baraat Jama Kalamkari Shawl - Multi
Baraat Jama Kalamkari Shawl - Multi

1 x £80 £80

Tribal Geometry Merino Print Stole - Mexicana Multi
Tribal Geometry Merino Print Stole - Mexicana Multi
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £26 £26

Pure Wool Paisley Border Mens Shawl Lohi – Vapor Grey
Pure Wool Paisley Border Mens Shawl Lohi – Vapor Grey

1 x £20 £20

Lalita Paisley Hand Embroidery Wool Stole - Nagercoil Navy
Lalita Paisley Hand Embroidery Wool Stole - Nagercoil Navy
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £25 £25

Wool Jaamavar Messenger Bag - Mahogany Red
Wool Jaamavar Messenger Bag - Mahogany Red
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £22 £22

Nik Posh Hand Embroidery Stole - Tuscan Yellow
Nik Posh Hand Embroidery Stole - Tuscan Yellow

1 x £185 £185

Rhomb Kani Shawl with Zari – Almond Beige
Rhomb Kani Shawl with Zari – Almond Beige
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £36 £36

Bada Dor Kani Weave Mens Shawl – White, Multi
Bada Dor Kani Weave Mens Shawl – White, Multi

1 x £74 £74

Shaheen Dor Kani Weave Shawl - Black, Multi
Shaheen Dor Kani Weave Shawl - Black, Multi
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £42 £42

Petal Poetry Wool Scarf - Pristine Fawn
Petal Poetry Wool Scarf - Pristine Fawn
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £26 £26

Handloom Pure Pashmina Baledaar Shawl - Camel, Rust
Handloom Pure Pashmina Baledaar Shawl - Camel, Rust
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £419 £419

Paisley Fusion Hand Bead Wrap - Aurora Multi
Paisley Fusion Hand Bead Wrap - Aurora Multi

1 x £22 £22

Paisley Jaal Merino Wool Hand Beaded Wrap - Red Clay
Paisley Jaal Merino Wool Hand Beaded Wrap - Red Clay

1 x £22 £22

Jalaal Kani Antique Wool Shawl - Neel Navy
Jalaal Kani Antique Wool Shawl - Neel Navy

1 x £49 £49

Peacock Weave Merino Wool Throw
Peacock Weave Merino Wool Throw

1 x £46 £46

Kalyx Paisley Oversize Wool SIlk Foulard - Mykonos Multi
Kalyx Paisley Oversize Wool SIlk Foulard - Mykonos Multi
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £30 £30

Pure Wool Ari Embroidery Dordaar Shawl – Bergamo Blue
Pure Wool Ari Embroidery Dordaar Shawl – Bergamo Blue
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £103 £103

Lux Wool Patch Stole - Cognac Brown
Lux Wool Patch Stole - Cognac Brown
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £29 £29

Rang-e-Mehfil Kalamkari Wool Zari Shawl - Multi
Rang-e-Mehfil Kalamkari Wool Zari Shawl - Multi

1 x £80 £80

Yara Dordaar Kani Weave Shawl - Rani Pink
Yara Dordaar Kani Weave Shawl - Rani Pink
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £42 £42

Jamun Paisley Wool Cushion
Jamun Paisley Wool Cushion
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £8 £8

Bada Dor Kani Weave Shawl – Antique Red
Bada Dor Kani Weave Shawl – Antique Red

1 x £42 £42

Taimur SuperFine Wool Shawl - Mocha Brown
Taimur SuperFine Wool Shawl - Mocha Brown

1 x £47 £47

Ari Embroidery Pure Wool Dressing Gown – Honey Oatmeal
Ari Embroidery Pure Wool Dressing Gown – Honey Oatmeal
Only 1 Left In Stock

1 x £116 £116

Handloom Pashmina Baledaar Shawl - Offwhite, Crimson
Handloom Pashmina Baledaar Shawl - Offwhite, Crimson

1 x £370 £370

Max 250 Characters

You Might Love

ImageAmbi Dor Kani Wool Mens Lohi Shawl – White BeigeImageAmbi Dor Kani Wool Mens Lohi Shawl – White BeigeImageAmbi Dor Kani Wool Mens Lohi Shawl – White BeigeImageAmbi Dor Kani Wool Mens Lohi Shawl – White Beige
Add to cart

Ambi Dor Kani Wool Mens Lohi Shawl – White Beige

£74
product

Ambi Dor Kani Wool Mens Lohi Shawl - White Beige

73.92£

Add to cart
ImageKairi Daur Kani Wool Shawl – Metallic Gold, BlackImageKairi Daur Kani Wool Shawl – Metallic Gold, BlackImageKairi Daur Kani Wool Shawl – Metallic Gold, BlackImageKairi Daur Kani Wool Shawl – Metallic Gold, BlackImageKairi Daur Kani Wool Shawl – Metallic Gold, Black
Add to cart

Kairi Daur Kani Wool Shawl – Metallic Gold, Black

£49
product

Kairi Daur Kani Wool Shawl - Metallic Gold, Black

49.28£

Add to cart
ImagePure Wool Paisley Border Mens Shawl Lohi – Caramel BeigeImagePure Wool Paisley Border Mens Shawl Lohi – Caramel Beige
Add to cart

Pure Wool Paisley Border Mens Shawl Lohi – Caramel Beige

£20
product

Pure Wool Paisley Border Mens Shawl Lohi - Caramel Beige

19.712£

Add to cart
ImagePersian Red Paisley Cushion and Pillow [2 Each, Set of 4]ImagePersian Red Paisley Cushion and Pillow [2 Each, Set of 4]ImagePersian Red Paisley Cushion and Pillow [2 Each, Set of 4]
Add to cart

Persian Red Paisley Cushion and Pillow [2 Each, Set of 4]

£26
product

Persian Red Paisley Cushion and Pillow [2 Each, Set of 4]

26.4£

Add to cart

Cart totals

Subtotal £6,498
Total £6,498
Proceed to checkout
Checkout Add More Item