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Shahi Paan Tussar Silk Kurta

₹23,000.00

Meiraas Resham Chikankari featuring the re created archival Shahi Paan motif. The natural hue Tussar Silk Kurta has some of the finest Resham Chikankari embroidery & is an outstanding piece of art. The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):

Old, classic motifs: The Kurta uses old classic motifs of Chikankari, away from the commercial market mores. The Shahi Paan motif was hand carved for Meiraas exclusively using an archival Chikankari work as reference.
Rarest stitches: The kurta features some of the rarest stitches like Qasab taar Jaali, Bijli which are hand cutwork stitches, Orma, Ghaspatti, Phanda, amongst many others to bring the antique art alive.
Sustainable fabric base - Tussar Silk
Bespoke stitching.

KHAYAL (moodboard): Paan is a very endearing moodboard of Lucknow, let alone the rest of Bharat. Paan holds not just aesthetic value for us, but it is also considered auspicious due to its various health benefits. The betel leaf is enjoyed amongst all sections of society, and has especially been patronised by the Royals of Lucknow. Shahi Paan, which was akin to Art rolled inside the auspicious Betel Leaf, had the paan makers of that time apply the best of their culinary expertise to create a gilauri that was worthy of the Deity of the temple, which later travelled to Royal courts. This gilauri was especially wrapped with hand beaten pure silver foil called Warq. Our Shahi Paan motif & the kalgi adorning atop it, is an homage to those Royal Beedas of the ancient past that are still in existence. POSHAAK (about the dress): Shahi Paan natural Tussar Silk kurta has a stunning statement back of Paan and Kalgi motif, all archival motifs, that can be seen displayed in National Crafts Museum, New Delhi. Although our motif is much bigger, as that is how hand carving happens now. Laced with very intricate detailing, the stunning motif on the back, is balanced by a beautifully minimal neckline & sleeve line. Jasmine flowers motifs adorn the front of the kurta, making it a regal & subtle piece that is perfect for Festivities & Weddings. The kurta is paired with Glazed Cotton pants in the same shade. It adds depth & character to classic Chikankari, & makes it a novelty, without taking away from the core essence of the craft. Additional Details: The Kurta is Made on Order only. Please feel free to give your custom sizing (please specify body or garment sizing), in case you don't find your perfect fit in our size chart. The Kurta will be accompanied with a pair of plain Glazed Cotton Pants in same shade as Kurta. You can choose to make a pyajama or a pant; please put this option in the customer note. For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.

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Amer Oxblood Homme

₹17,500.00

This kurta is Made on Order only An Oxblood shade Chikankari Kurta in our Noir series of exploring rich, dark shades. The Kurta is a classic in our Noir moodboard! It also amalgamates our Amer motif. The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery on absolutely novel motif art. 2. Exclusive Amer Motif hand carved following all processes. 2. Antiquemotif art & layout created using hand carved motifs following all processes. 3. Handloom Chanderi 4. Conceptual Chikankari work, that might someday be housed in a museum of crafts, or a well researched coffee table book. KHAYAL (mood-board): Amer motif was created by us in the year 2020. The motif is a replica of Amer Fort, Jaipur Guldaan art done in Molten Glass in the original monument. This motif inspired us to create a range of Amer inspired Chikankari garments, as artfully, Amer Fort is one of the most beautiful forts we have seen so far. To add to this, Noir, is a series we had created a couple of years back, to celebrate a new dimension in Chikankari embroidery - the tone on tone dark. We started this process with Black, & since then have tried Moss Green, and now moving to explore Oxblood shade. This kind of Chikankari is the opposite of classic & ethereal White on White or pastel Tone on Tone. This is rich, decadent, sultry, elegant, mysterious & yet, stately. POSHAAK (about the dress): This rich Oxblood shade kurta has a beautiful ghaspatti bel neckline. It features an antique late 19th Century miniature flower vase motif, which also finds its parallel in Amer fort. This is why we picked this motif to go along with the grand Amer motif newly crafted by us. This motif is scattered on the sleeves and front of the Kurta, and the back has the grand Amer Vase motif, along with keel bootis. It is a beautiful, artful Kurta that is sure to turn heads and become a conversation starter. If you wish to add plain Glazed Cotton pants in same shade to match, then please email us at namaste@meiraas.com and will get back with pant costing and payment link along with the kurta. This post has Kurta (stitching is complimentary) that can be shopped. Pants can be added extra, as explained above.

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Noir Homme

₹19,750.00

The classic White on White Chikankari embroidery meets its Noir version with Meiraas created Noir Chikankari moodboard of Black on Black Chikankari. Dark, perfectly decadent and desirous Noir Homme... The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery 2. Antique quality statement Chikankari motifs used 3. Handloom Eri Silk or Ahimsa/Peace Silk, one of the most conscious and sustainable fabrics that is thermostatic and hence all weather conducive. It ages better with use. 4. Conceptual Chikankari work, that might someday be housed in a museum of crafts, or a well researched coffee table book. KHAYAL (mood-board): Noir is desire, Noir is decadence, Noir is dark, Noir is a mood. Chikankari Noir is a moodboard introduced by Meiraas as a reversal of the classic White on White Chikankari. The Noir version is the Black Swan to the classic White Swan Chikankari. It is rarer, deeper and goes to darker depths of mystery. Noir was first introduced as a concept on Silks (Tussar & Chanderi), and now we had added one of teh conscious fabrics, Eri Silk in its repertoire, with exemplary antique 3 taar Resham embroidery done on antique motifs with masterclass detailing. POSHAAK (about the dress): The front of the kurta has an antique miniature floral booti scattered all over, with a fine Ghaspatti bel. The black on black rare work, on an even rarer fabric, gives it a very rich look. The sleeves have smaller floral bootis. The back has a stunning statement Floral Art arrangement. Finest and rarest of stitches in Chikankari have made this kurta come to reality. The Quiet Luxury that Noir Homme exudes is a power dressing that is conscious, ethical and sustainable. It is one incredible masterpiece & will be the most preferred wear for almost any occasion, and will age very well with repeated use. Being thermostatic in nature, this rare Chikankari Eri Silk kurta can be worn any time of the year. Additional Details: Made On Order Kurta. Please select your size & we will stitch it complimentary. Drop us an email at namaste@meiraas.com if you wish to get this kurta made on any other fabric than Eri Silk.

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Airavat, the Mount of Indra

₹25,000.00

Meiraas introduces Airavat! The first of its kind motifs based on our Pauranic Literature & History. The Eri Silk kurta with Resham Chikankari exudes power & mystique! The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery with very extensive use of Jaali work 2. Meiraas Exclusive motif Art - Airavat! The mount of Indra 3. Handloom Eri Silk or Ahimsa/Peace Silk, one of the most conscious and sustainable fabrics that is thermostatic and hence all weather conducive. It ages better with use. 4. Conceptual Chikankari work, that might someday be housed in a museum of crafts, or a well researched coffee table book. KHAYAL (mood-board): Our Pauranic Literature & History mentions many great Gods, Demi Gods, Fantastical beasts that are deified, all of whom have birthed the species that exist today on our planet. Airavat, the father of elephants, is described as an 11 trunked, three headed, many tusked gigantic elephant king, that serves as the Mount of Indra, the God of Rain and the King of Devas. Airavat has been a part of many Dev Asur battles, and has a significant presence in our Pauranic lores. The idea to introduce Pauranic creatures in Chikankari, was birthed basis an 18th Century swatch of Sri Lakshmi goddess in Chikankari, housed in National Museum, New Delhi. This, and an informal interviews with private collectors and ancestral artisans confirmed, that Deities of Pauranic lore, were very much part of Chikankari. Taking inspiration from this thought, we now launch our first motif of this kind, Airavat. The one that exudes Power & Intelligence, along with humility & grace! POSHAAK (about the dress): This Eri Silk kurta has one of the most stunning & creative workmanship of Meiraas. The statement back of Airavat features the 11 trunked Elephant King, hand carved in our unit, & brought to life using very fine quality craftsmanship using very extensive and intricate Qasab (Zari) Taar Jaali stitch (inspired from 18th Century Sri Lakshmi swatch in National Crafts Museum, New Delhi). Other stitches like Murri, Ghaaspatti, Shadow complete this stunning, exclusive Jaali motif! The front of the kurta has a Star shaped motif to bring in the celestial connect of Airavat, and those stars have also been done in Jaali stitch and closed using Orma sitch. The neckline has a ghaspatti bel. The base of this stunning Yellow Kurta is handwoven Eri/Ahimsa/Peace Silk, with work done in shades of Rust & Dark Chocolate. This is Quiet Luxury like never before! Just like Airavat & the species he birthed on Earth, this kurta represents Power & Gravity with its conceptual motif work that connects to our history, but also carried forward Ethical & Conscious tradition, with the use of Ahimsa Silk. It is one incredible masterpiece & will be the most preferred wear for almost any occasion, and will age very well with repeated use. Being thermostatic in nature, this rare Chikankari Eri Silk kurta can be worn any time of the year. Additional Details: Made On Order Kurta. Please select your size & we will stitch it complimentary. Drop us an email at namaste@meiraas.com if you wish to get this kurta customised in any way.

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Made on Order | Dhara

₹8,900.00

This Kurta is now Made on Order. Please select your size from the given chart, and mention the same in Customer Note during checkout. Stunning Chocolate Brown coloured Chikankari Kurta with a finely embroidered neckline, sleeve detailing & a statement boota with antique boota. A Kurta to wear at any time or occasion. The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):

Old, classic motifs: The Kurta uses old classic motifs of Chikankari, away from the commercial market mores.
Sustainable fabric base - Handloom Linen Cotton
Bespoke stitching.

KHAYAL (moodboard): Dhara or Earth is the inspiration behind this kurta. We wanted a less explored shade like brown to represent one of the key elements of nature - Earth. POSHAAK (about the dress): Dhara kurta is made in Classic Minimalist moodboard & has a fine neckline with rare Chikankari stitches. This Kurta has very beautiful Murri stitch work on the neckline, and the statement motif at the back is done in very detailed Phanda stitch. The sleeves has a phanda embroidery detailing. The back has a statement antique round motif with floral detailing, symbolising Earth & its life nurturing properties, making this the minimalist elegant kurta not only perfect to wear at any occasion, whether semi formal or formal, but also a conversation starter. This is a good wear for various formal or semi formal celebrations/events. The kurta is made on Handloom Linen Cotton. For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.

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Saanjh

₹9,900.00

This kurta is Made on Order only. Please select your size from the given chart, and mention the same in Customer Note during checkout. A Kurta straight from the memories of childhood. A relaxed, yet formal style of Kurta with side neckline, that spells elegance & class. The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):

Old, classic motifs: The Kurta uses old classic motifs of Chikankari, away from the commercial market mores.
Sustainable fabric base - Handloom Linen
Bespoke stitching.

KHAYAL (moodboard): Our childhood memories shaped this classic Kurta, that is altogether out from the Chikankari scene now. Saanjh refers to the laidback evenings of Lucknow, when poets, authors, and men of political & creative bent of mind would gather in each others' homes (almost every day), and regale everyone with evenings full of conversations & creativity. We miss those laidback times. POSHAAK (about the dress): Saanjh kurta is made in Classic Minimalist moodboard & has a classic side neckline with very fine museum quality neck detailing with rarest Chikankari stitches. The Kurta neckline is made in very fine Jaali & Murri stitches on Chikankari. They are made like a flower bel in classic old style. The back of the kurta has a miniature statement motif of Awadh Matsya (Fish) under the Nawab crown, making this kurta an excellent conversation starter. The rest of the Kurta has been left without embroidery, for the minimalist, elegant charm, that is perfect to wear at any occasion, whether semi formal or formal. The kurta is made on Handloom Pure Linen. For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.

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Nabh

₹9,900.00

We have 1 Kurta ready to ship. Please select your size from the given chart, and mention the same in Customer Note during checkout. Brilliant Sky Blue coloured Chikankari Kurta with a finely embroidered neckline, sleeve detailing & a statement boota with floral boota. A Kurta to wear at any time or occasion. The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):

Old, classic motifs: The Kurta uses old classic motifs of Chikankari, away from the commercial market mores.
Sustainable fabric base - Handloom Linen
Bespoke stitching.

KHAYAL (moodboard): 'Neelam se Nabh' or Sky with is blue like Sapphire, this is the mood board behind this kurta. The hue of Sky Blue is a calming, uplifting, joyous, and a must have in the wardrobe. POSHAAK (about the dress): Nabh kurta is made in Classic Minimalist moodboard & has a fine neckline with rare Chikankari stitches. This Kurta has a lovely neckline made in shadow, kauri, murri, keel, kangan stitches. The sleeves has a phanda embroidery detailing. The back has a statement double motif of an antique floral form that is detailed with stitches like ghaspatti, bakhiya, phanda and orma, making this the minimalist elegant kurta that is perfect to wear at any occasion, whether semi formal or formal. This is a good wear for various formal or semi formal celebrations/events. The kurta is made on Handloom Pure Linen. For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.

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Surya

₹9,900.00

We have 1 Kurta ready to ship. Please select your size from the given chart, and mention the same in Customer Note during checkout. Brilliant Yellow coloured Chikankari Kurta with a finely embroidered neckline, sleeve detailing & a statement boota at the back with Qasab taar Jaali. A Kurta to wear at any time or occasion. The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):

Old, classic motifs: The Kurta uses old classic motifs of Chikankari, away from the commercial market mores.
Sustainable fabric base - Handloom Linen
Bespoke stitching.

KHAYAL (moodboard): Surya or the Energy of Sun has fuelled the imagination of this Kurta. The hue of Yellow is a radiant, uplifting one, and a must have in the wardrobe. POSHAAK (about the dress): Surya kurta is made in Classic Minimalist moodboard & has a fine neckline with rare Chikankari stitches. The fine neckline has Ghaspatti, phanda, kauri, shadow detailing The sleeves has a phanda embroidery detailing. The highlight of this kurta is the statement back, that has a motif of Sun, which is detailed painstakingly with Qasab taar ki jaali, making this the minimalist elegant kurta that is perfect to wear at any occasion, whether semi formal or formal. This is especially a good wear for Haldi functions, along with various other formal or semi formal celebrations. The kurta is made on Handloom Pure Linen. For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.

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Seafoam

₹15,500.00

Seafoam kurta is a classic Chikankari Silk Kurta, reminiscent of the yesteryears, when men used to wear soft silk kurtas for any non formal occasion, like festivals, family gatherings etc. The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):

Old, classic motifs: The Kurta uses old classic motifs of Chikankari, away from the commercial market mores.
Sustainable fabric base - Mulberry Silk
Bespoke stitching.

KHAYAL (moodboard): In the older days of our grandfather & father, Silk Kurtas were worn a lot for any festive occasion in the household. Every man had a trusted Silk Kurta in their wardrobe that would instantly dress up, without intimidating & used to look relaxed, yet elegant & regal. Seafoam is a throwbcak to recreate that era, with minimalist moodboad fine Chikankari in Resham. POSHAAK (about the dress): Seafoam kurta is made in Classic Minimalist moodboard & has a fine neckline with rare Murri & Jaali stitch. The same border is on the sleeves as well. The back has a beautiful Ambi boota with fine Murri & Jaali, making this the minimalist elegant kurta that is perfect to wear at any occasion, whether semi formal or formal. The kurta is made on soft, buttery Mulberry Silk & is a sheer joy to wear. Additional Details: The Kurta is Made on Order only. Please feel free to give your custom sizing (please specify body or garment sizing), in case you don't find your perfect fit in our size chart. Custom Colour is possible in the Kurta & you can also go for the natural cream shade of Mulberry Silk, instead of Seafoam. However please mention this in the Customer Note, during checkout. For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.

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Noir

₹30,000.00

Meiraas Noir Chikankari Kurta in Bold, Black hue. The Tussar Silk Kurta has some of the finest Resham Chikankari embroidery & is an outstanding piece of art. The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):

Old, classic motifs: The Kurta uses old classic motifs of Chikankari, away from the commercial market mores. This Flower Vase motif seen here is almost a 100 years old & has more of an English than typical Awadh touch.
Concept Work: Introduction of Noir moodboard in Chikankari, which will explore darker, deeper hues to push the design envelope further.
Sustainable fabric base - Tussar Silk
Bespoke stitching.

KHAYAL (moodboard): Noir is a term used for dark or with darker shades. The term is typically used for moodboards in film making, however, taking inspiration from there, it has been used by Global Luxury houses for perfumes with deep notes. We always wanted to explore Chikankari outside the ambit of classic, and create more varied moodboards, of which Noir is the perfect one, to give depth to this beautiful needle art. POSHAAK (about the dress): Noir is a Tussar Silk Chikankari Kurta in Black hue. This Kurta has a beautiful neckline of SwarnaPaatra jaali work, with Zari Taar Jaali. The front of the kurta has an old motif of Flower Vase with rare stitches & masterpiece Jaali work on one side (in place of front pocket). The same motif is present on either sleeves & back, making this one stunning & bold kurta. The kurta is paired with Glazed Cotton pants in the same shade. It adds depth & character to classic Chikankari, & makes it a novelty, without taking away from the core essence of the craft. Additional Details: The Kurta is Made on Order only. Please feel free to give your custom sizing (please specify body or garment sizing), in case you don't find your perfect fit in our size chart. The Kurta will be accompanied with a pair of plain Glazed Cotton Pants in same shade as Kurta. You can choose to make a pyajama or a pant; please put this option in the customer note. For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.

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Bisaat | The Game of Chess

₹20,000.00

Meiraas Exclusive Falaknuma Chikankari Kurta with our own created motifs of Chess pieces of the Nawab Times (Badshah, Wazir, Haathi, Ghoda), & a Chess Board (Bisaat) fitted inside a Paisley shape. A true work of art & conceptual Kurta in Chikankari. The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):

Exclusive Meiraas Motifs: Celebrating the iconographies that define the culture of Lucknow & carry forward its legacy via Textile Art, like Chikankari.
Concept Work: in coherence with the Cultural History of the city where the craft Chikankari is practised.
Sustainable fabric base - Pure Linen
Bespoke stitching.

KHAYAL (moodboard): Falaknuma motifs were created by Meiraas in 2018, and all of them were paying an ode to the iconographies rooted in the culture of Awadh; Chess Pieces & a Game of Chess was one of them. Taking inspiration from celebrated Indian author, Munshi Premchand's story, Shatranj Ke Khiladi, we created Bisaat. Celebrated Indian Filmmaker, Satyajit Ray, also made a classic adaptation of this story in 1977. Bisaat or the chessboard was the biggest conversation starter in Awadh; this past legacy has been recreated on this showstopper Kurta POSHAAK (about the dress): This is a Pure Linen Yellow Kurta with Bisaat motifs of Badshah (King), Wazir (Minister), Haathi (Elephant) & Ghoda (Horse), which were re created as a reference from pieces used in playing chess during the times of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah. The front panel has these iconic motifs scattered artfully in a pair in the colours of Off White & Brown, that will compliment the Yellow base. The back has a statement motif of a Paisley, inside which is fitted a checkboard of the Bisaat of Chess Board, making it a unique statement piece of Art & a Conversation Starter. Additional Details: The Kurta is Made on Order only. Please feel free to give your custom sizing (please specify body or garment sizing), in case you don't find your perfect fit in our size chart. The Kurta will be accompanied with a pair of plain Flax Cotton Pants in natural off white shade. You can choose to make a pyajama or a pant; please put this option in the customer note. For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.

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Jyamiti | Geometry

₹35,000.00

A rare classic of a Kurta, Jyamiti is a Royal Blue linen kurta, with 3 Taar Resham Tepchi Chikankari done allover the front & sleeves, to make it a grand royal attire, but with relaxed maximalism moodboard. The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):

Fine Tepchi Work: This kurta has the rare 1 daana Tepchi work, where each stitch of tepchi looks like a small grain, making the embroidery style look extremely neat & subtle, yet impactful. This kind of Tepchi is rarely done in the commercial, or even premium market now.
Sustainable fabric base - Pure Linen/Tussar Silk (choice of either as per order)
Bespoke stitching.

KHAYAL (moodboard): Jyamiti is the Sanskrit word for Geometry, one of the ancient most sciences from our land. Geometry is a gift of the Gods to humans, that first took birth in India, and from there travelled the World over. The progress that we have seen since the inception of humanity, is possible due to this ancient science. It has governed not only the space of Scientific accuracy, but has also permeated towards Arts, because of its rich complexity, and profound core. Many Textile Arts show beautiful patterns of Jyamiti, and Chikankari is not behind. In fact, Geometrical motifs are most suited to bring out the beauty of a well done Tepchi Chikankari, and is primarily used in a classic Tepchi work. POSHAAK (about the dress): This is a Pure Linen Kurta/Tussar Silk Kurta (choice of either fabric as per order) in plush Royal Blue colour. The embroidery is done in 1 daana Tepchi style where each running stitch of Tepchi is not more than the size of a small grain. This is a time intensive and fine process, that lends a very regal & neat look to the Kurta, thereby bringing out the complexity & beauty of Jyamiti. The front panel & sleeves are fully embroidered, and the back has a single motif to balance out the look. The embroidery is done in Resham Chikankari. Additional Details: The Kurta is Made on Order only. It is a rarity & will take time to get made, as only a handful of very skilled artisans can even make it. Please feel free to give your custom sizing (please specify body or garment sizing), in case you don't find your perfect fit in our size chart. You can also put in a request for Custom Colour, & in customer note do mention the choice of fabric between Linen & Tussar Silk. For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.

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