Handmade Sun Parasols
If you are looking for a vibrant decorative Asian umbrella to spice up your decor, or just take out for a stroll, our fun and cool sun parasols make a great choice. Choose from a wide array of colors, sizes, materials and themes. We have an umbrella for everyone! You'll love our paper umbrellas from China. We also have rayon and paper umbrellas from Thailand, most of which are hand-painted with the most beautiful designs. Many of these Asian umbrellas make perfect props for plays and performances too. Blocking the UV rays of the sun is smart as well as fashionable. Remember that a sun umbrella offers excellent UV protection and a recent study in Reuter's confirms that an umbrella can block up to 90% of the sun's harmful rays. Come check out our full selection below and click on a picture to see additional photos of each umbrella.
The Emperor - 28 inch
A pair of dragons and birds painted red, gold and green encircle each other in yin-yang fashion. Dragons represent royalty and courage in Asian culture while birds symbolize enlightenment and prophetic knowing.
The Knowledge Umbrella
Orange generally symbolizes adaptability and learning. This bright and stunning umbrella is a great way to add life and spirit to your home or office.
River Village
This beautiful umbrella is hand crafted and hand painted, making a lovely and unique gift for anyone who appreciates Asian beauty.
35" Paper Chinese Cranes
Bring home with you the beauty of Chinese parasols with this Oiled Paper Chinese Cranes.
The Marriage Umbrella
Pink is symbolic of marriage in Asian culture, but is also a great color for creating a peaceful mood in any room. Let this wonderful umbrella serve as a permanent marriage between you and peace and happiness.
The Warrior - 28 inch
Two cranes are depicted circling juniper trees in the traditional Chinese style. Cranes and trees are both symbolic of longevity in Asian lore and are often featured in works of art from the Orient.
Pink Flowers
This beautiful and colorful decorative umbrella features a bouquet of flowers against a pastel, pink background.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
The Peace Umbrella
Green is symbolic of eternity, health and peace in Asian culture. This radiant green umbrella is the perfect way to add grounding and style to any room.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
Serene Mountains
This beautiful umbrella is hand crafted and hand painted, making a lovely and unique gift for anyone who appreciates Asian beauty.
28" Diameter returning to stock soon.
Scalloped Aqua Parasol
The shapely cousin of our Round Aqua Parasol, the Scalloped Aqua Parasol is a pretty, contemporary spin on a classic design.
Red Far East
Four Chinese characters denoting good fortune are painted in black on a red paper shade in this magnificent paper umbrella.
The Prosperity Umbrella
Red is symbolic of happiness, marriage and prosperity in Asian culture. Let this beautiful umbrella be your source of fortune and good luck.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
Rooster and Dragon on Dark Blue
This striking paper umbrella features the dragon and rooster. The two creatures are portrayed in artistic style on a dark blue background shade.
Lilac Bloom
One of our most gorgeous paper umbrellas, this parasol features a green and lilac colored bloom.
Brilliant Roses
One of our more colorful paper umbrellas, this spectacular parasol may just create a spectacle if taken outside. The beautiful paper shade is decorated with a design of vibrant pink roses and other flowers.
Dramatic Carnations
A bouquet of vibrant carnations is the theme of this lovely Asian paper umbrella. The colors mesh together well yet contrast to make this shade really pop.
Koi Fish and Lillies
This gorgeous Asian paper parasol features a colorful design of koi fish and lily flowers.
Raven Haired Maiden
A lovely yet contrite Asian maiden is the theme of this special and unique paper umbrella. The maiden's face can be seen to the lower right of the center of the shade.
Blood Rooster and Dragon
A blood rooster and dragon in gold color create the motif of this brilliant paper umbrella. The background of the shade is a pure Chinese red color that complements the gold design.
Bamboo Watercolor
This paper umbrella features a subtle and artistic design of Chinese bamboo in the watercolor style. The bamboo design is done in shades of green and black.
Bonsai Sparrows
The cherry blossom is one of the most beautiful and iconic images in Asia. This gorgeous cherry blossom umbrella features this indelible image along with two sparrows. This magnificent paper parasol will make a fabulous fashion piece out on the town. Use
Watercolor Flower Umbrella
One of our most beautiful paper umbrellas, this awesome parasol features a colorful medley of flowers. The flowers are made to look in a watercolor style and contrast perfectly against the all-white background.
Still Pond Umbrella
This artistic umbrella showcases the iconic lotus flower. A mix of greens throughout the shade contrast beautifully with two white lotus flowers. The lotus flower symbolizes hope and renewal in Asian culture.
Dragon and Phoenix Umbrella
This attention-grabbing paper umbrella features the dragon and phoenix. The two creatures are portrayed in white against a red background shade. The dragon is synonymous with power, might and fierceness. The phoenix symbolizes rebirth and renewal.
Autumn Blossoms
Do you love Asian paper umbrellas? This red Asian parasol should be one of your collection pieces. It is of outstanding quality, giving you the chance to own a long-lasting investment in a piece of Asian art.
Purple Delight
Our Purple Delight parasol is one of our best and attractive Chinese paper umbrellas. It has a combination of sky color and purple hues that are perfect for outdoor and indoor use.
Colorful Koi Fish
This Chinese paper umbrella depicts a perfect view of life in the Orient that is rich with koi fish and lilies. The design is a full imagery of ocean life - colorful and lovely.
Historical Water Towns
This is one of our popular and imaginative paper umbrellas. It features a water town in China with a flower pattern at the left part and Chinese writing at the top of the shade.
Pink Blossoms
Another paper umbrella to consider is our cosmos flower. Like our other umbrella designs, it is beautiful and appealing. It features pink cosmos flowers with a touch of green leaves that balance the hues.
Fabulous Peacock
This Chinese paper umbrella is another creative and aesthetic option. Its design is colorful with a balance of interesting elements.
Spring Flowers
This is one of our loveliest and most eye-catching paper umbrellas. It features beautiful and bright magnolia flowers with butterflies on top of them.
Seagreen Blossoms
A beautiful light green shade color with refreshing pink flowers and butterflies set the scene of this awesome paper umbrella from China. The shade color is a light pastel green color with hints of white.
Soft Pink Blossoms
This awesome paper umbrella features a multi-toned shade color of pink with flowers. For lovers of pink, this is the perfect Chinese paper umbrella to show off.
The Wealth Umbrella
Purple is symbolic of wealth in Asian culture. Let this majestic looking umbrella be your source of wealth and fortune.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
The Emperor - 35 inch
A pair of dragons and birds painted red, gold and green encircle each other in yin-yang fashion. Dragons represent royalty and courage in Asian culture while birds symbolize enlightenment and prophetic knowing.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
The Emperor - 40 inch
A pair of dragons and birds painted red, gold and green encircle each other in yin-yang fashion. Dragons represent royalty and courage in Asian culture while birds symbolize enlightenment and prophetic knowing.
40" Diameter returning to stock soon.
The Wisdom Umbrella
Black is symbolic of knowledge and career-mindedness in Asian culture. Allow this glorious umbrella to be your beacon of wisdom while serving as a splendid decorative piece.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
Chinese Cranes - 35 inch
The history of decorative umbrellas spans back thousands of years in Chinese culture. Here a series of cranes is seen in traditional Chinese style next to the ever-present bamboo trees so common throughout Asia.
Scalloped Chinese Parasol
One of our most uniquely shaped paper parasols, this exotic scallop shaped umbrella has a tree branch and blooming flowers as its motif. Set it any room for fabulous decor or take it outdoors for protection against the sun.
The Good Fortune Umbrella
Blue is symbolic of self-cultivation and prosperity in Asian culture. This stunning blue umbrella may not only enhance your home or office, but bring good fortune as well.
28" Diameter returning to stock soon.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
Love Birds
A pair of love birds are nestled in the branches of a Chinese plum tree on this great umbrella. The muted green saa paper shade gives a nice impression in this sun umbrella.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
The Warrior - 35 inch
Two cranes are depicted circling juniper trees in the traditional Chinese style. Cranes and trees are both symbolic of longevity in Asian lore and are often featured in works of art from the Orient.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
The Warrior - 40 inch
Two cranes are depicted circling juniper trees in the traditional Chinese style. Cranes and trees are both symbolic of longevity in Asian lore and are often featured in works of art from the Orient.
40" Diameter returning to stock soon.
Cranes
Two white cranes, which represent longevity and long marriage in Asian culture, encircle two trees in this colorful decorative umbrella. This umbrella is available in two sizes.
28" Diameter returning to stock soon.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
The Good Luck Umbrella
Yellow is symbolic of blessings and warding off evil in Asian culture. This bright-colored umbrella is a great way to add cheer and radiance to any room.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
Chinese Dragon
This colorful Chinese dragon fashion umbrella features a multi-color dragon on a light purple background shade. The dragon is made up of the colors yellow, blue, red and green for a vibrant and bold effect.
28" Diameter returning to stock soon.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
Classic Koi Fish Umbrella
Simple, elegant, and beautiful are the words that come to mind when viewing this gorgeous Asian decorative umbrella. Two koi fish, one painted dark gray/black and the other orange, are the feature motif in this work.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
Summer Morning
Yellow saa paper is painted with a quaint Thai village on this lovely sun umbrella. The bright shade reminds us of morning after light rains.
28" Diameter returning to stock soon.
Royal Dragon
This beautiful dragon umbrella is hand crafted and hand-painted, making for a lovely and unique decorative accessory for anyone who appreciates true Asian beauty.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
Japanese Geisha
This is one of our most unique and artistic paper umbrellas. It features a Japanese geisha dressed in traditional kimono with a floral pattern at the top of the shade.
Black and Red Character Umbrella
Looking to add another interesting piece to show to your friends during your next house or garden party? The answer is as simple as grabbing one or two pieces of this Black and Red Character Umbrella.
Cream Flowers
This simple yet elegant umbrella is the perfect decorative piece to add serenity and yin to any room.
28" Diameter returning to stock soon.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
Scalloped Fuscia Parasol
No matter the event, you will be adding a touch of class when you pair the Scalloped Fuscia Parasol with one of your favorite summer outfits. In fact, our paper parasols may quickly become a staple in your special occasion wardrobe.
Red Sun
With its brilliant red hue and gold color bamboo design, you are sure to stand out in any crowd with this fabulous fashion umbrella. Use it for protection from the sun or to add a colorful decorative splash to your home.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
Classic Sakura Umbrella
One of our most beautiful umbrellas, this hand-painted work of art depicts the popular sakura blossom. Perfect for decorative use or protection from the sun, this umbrella is sure to turn heads anywhere it is seen.
35" Diameter returning to stock soon.
