BIO WASHED (COMPLETELY ELIMINATING TRADITIONAL ACID WASH METHOD)
KHAYAL (mood-board):Paan, the rarely used, yet as significant a symbol of Awadh's iconography. The broad spectrum of Paan (Betel Leaf) provides platform for artistry, which ancient artisans used to fill with mystique & romance through their skilled artwork.
POSHAAK (about the outfit): Handloom Tussar Silk stole embroidered with Antique Chikankari with Betel leaf or Paan motif. A beautiful souvenir from the Handloom & Handicraft Industry of India.
Hand Embroidered with Resham Thread on Handwoven Eri Silk Stole certified by Silk Mark India, this gorgeous stole is dyed in Peach Hue in Azo Free Dye. A completely Ethical piece of Wearabl Art that supports Sustainable Fashion & Ethical Practices.
Antique Masterclass Jaali Chikankari Hand Embroidery Dupatta on handwoven Organza with Ganga Jamuna borders of Tested Zari Gold & Silver on either side.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Masterclass Jaali stitch work using Zari filament, which is extremely difficult to do.
Sustaining highest quality of Jaali stitch as centrepiece, which is almost vanishing from the craft or getting replaced with sequins and cutdana.
Very fine resham taar Chikankari done with immense detailing inside the motif
Handwoven Pure Organza Silk with tested Zari borders of Gold & Silver, making it a Hand embroidered and Hand Woven wholesome piece of wearable art.
KHAYAL (moodboard): Have you ever seen Lucknow's famous 500 plus year old dessert recipe, Malai Gilauri? For those who have not, it is Malai or Khurchan cooked over hours, that is removed from the sides of a paan, when cooled down. The layer of cooked Malai is then decorated with many beautiful condiments - pistachios, almonds, sugar, rose water, gulkand - before rolling into a Gilauri. The process just before making the Gilauri is a beautiful sight. This motif with the finest stitches of most beautiful & complex embroidery in Pink & Peach, and Jaali stitch, reminds us of the Gulaab Gilauri, just before getting folded and bound into a mouthful of sweet bliss.
POSHAAK (about the garment): This dupatta has 3 Gulaab Gilauri motifs along the centre length, making it look full, yet not overwhelming, so that the extremely beautiful Gilauri motif looks clutter free and neat, resting upon delicate white Organza. A subtle stunner!! Small floral bootis accompany this one of a kind dupatta.
Important: You can email us at namaste@meiraas.com if you wish to plan a Kurta with this dupatta.
Hand Embroidered with Resham Thread on Handwoven Eri Silk Stole certified by Silk Mark India, this gorgeous stole is in natural Eri Silk colour. A completely Ethical piece of Wearabl Art that supports Sustainable Fashion & Ethical Practices.
Chikankari Hand Embroidered Dupatta/Wrap on Handwoven Organza with Pure Zari borders of Silver on one side & gold on the other (100% Made in India from Yarn to Final Product).
This antique masterpiece is a Collector's Edition, & not to be found anywhere.
The Sustainability Quotient (SQ):
1. Localised Organza Production to India from China
2. 100% Handwoven Pure Silk Organza
3. Masterclass Weaving with one side SILVER and one side GOLD Pure Zari borders.
4. Chikankari - an ancient heritage hand embroidery practised in North India.
5. Bio Wash - Washed using Bio Friendly enzyme materials instead of Acid that is commonly used in Chikankari to wash Indigo Block marks of motifs.
KHAYAL (mood-board): Marble Carvings of Ancient Marble Monuments is a dream that has been captured in Chikankari Embroidery. Organza provides the exact dream like base for this Khayal. The Resham Chikan Embroidery appears like a replica of ancient marble engravings on fabric.
POSHAAK (about the outfit): A Handwoven Organza Wrap (Dupatta) that is lighter than air, made of Pure Silk Yarns, floaty like a cloud, adorned on either side with Gold & Silver Pure Zari Borders. Delicate Flowers of Chikankari Embroidery come alive on the it, making it a heart stopping piece of wearable art.
White Chikankari Hand Embroidered Dupatta/Wrap on Handwoven Organza with Pure Zari borders of Silver on one side & gold on the other (100% Made in India from Yarn to Final Product).
This antique masterpiece is a Collector's Edition, & not to be found anywhere.
The Sustainability Quotient (SQ):
1. Localised Organza Production to India from China
2. 100% Handwoven Pure Silk Organza
3. Masterclass Weaving with one side SILVER and one side GOLD Pure Zari borders.
4. Chikankari - an ancient heritage hand embroidery practised in North India.
5. Resham Aari Hand Embroidery details
6. Mukaish Hand Embroidery details.
7. Bio Wash - Washed using Bio Friendly enzyme materials instead of Acid that is commonly used in Chikankari to wash Indigo Block marks of motifs.
KHAYAL (mood-board): Marble Carvings of Ancient Marble Monuments is a dream that has been captured in Chikankari Embroidery. Organza provides the exact dream like base for this Khayal. The Resham Chikan Embroidery appears like a replica of ancient marble engravings on fabric. The Antique archive quality bel creeper with leaves is a very ancient motif of Chikankari, re-created by Meiraas.
POSHAAK (about the outfit): A Handwoven Organza Wrap (Dupatta) that is lighter than air, made of Pure Silk Yarns, floaty like a cloud, adorned on either side with Gold & Silver Pure Zari Borders. Delicate & Antique Floral Vine motif & Flowers of Chikankari Embroidery come alive on the it, making it a heart stopping piece of wearable art.
Rare Hand Embroidery: Three colour embroidery on re created Bijli Boota with intricate cutwork like Bijli, Hathkati & Jaali in one motif! A rare feat indeed.
Re created vintage motif: Bijli boota has been re created from scratch by Meiraas. Please see our founder's IGTV, The Building Blocks, to know more.
Handloom Organza: Localised production of Handwoven Organza material. This gives more new work to Handlooms in creating base fabrics.
KHAYAL (moodboard): Elizabeth Bennett is the central protagonist of Pride & Prejudice (1813), a legendary classic by Jane Austen. She is one of the five lovely Bennett sisters, & is now considered amongst the greatest heroines of English Classic Literature. Elizabeth is "second only to Jane in beauty & countenance", yet her most endearing aspect is her cynicism tempered with her sweet nature. With all the traits that Jane has & keeps each separate from the other, Elizabeth's character is a beautifully aligned composition of each one of them in a neat & witty package. This is why this buttery Organza Dupatta with three diverse colours of Pink, Yellow & Blue in one Motif symbolises Elizabeth the best, & as an evolved version of Jane.
POSHAAK (about the dupatta): Natural White Handloom Organza Dupatta with pure tested Gold & Silver Zari borders, embroidered with delicate Bijli Boota re created by Meiraas from an archived block. This block has 3 master cutwork stitches in one motif - Hool, Jaali & Hathkati along with other wtitches like Phanda, Orma & Shadow. It is a rare masterpiece!
Imp: Colours may vary a bit, although they are all shot professionally in studio set up & closest colour has been photographed; Any variation can be due to digital medium of photography that is outside our control.
Please Note: Only the dupatta is for sale in this post
Rare Hand Embroidery: Nuanced Tepchi Hand Embroidery in full jaal using Resham Thread
Handloom Kota Doria: A rarity in itself now. We came upon this batch with great difficulty as most of the Kota available now in market is not handwoven.
KHAYAL (moodboard): Catherine Earnshaw is one of the central characters of Wuthering Heights (1847), an iconic & solo work of Emily Bronte. Wuthering Heights is tumultuous, raw, untamed, complex. While many readers feel that is a symbolism of its male protagonist, Heathcliff, I have always felt that the wild English moors of this novel symbolise Catherine, its female protagonist. I felt Heathcliff reacted to everything that was Catherine. Catherine is extremely complex; raised to be a lady & aspiring to be one too, she however loves untamed wildness. The intricate jaal work of this dupatta and its creamy sophistication alongside, makes us name it Catherine.
POSHAAK (about the dupatta): Cream Handloom Kota Dupatta embroidered with delicate full jaal tone on tone Tepchi Chikankari in floral & paisley pattern. Last image is taken against a backlight. The crochet lace detailing in cream colour is a signature style of Meiraas & adds to the character of the dupatta.
Imp: Colours may vary a bit, although they are all shot professionally in studio set up & closest colour has been photographed; Any variation can be due to digital medium of photography that is outside our control.
Please Note: Only the dupatta is for sale in this post
Chikankari Hand Embroidered Dupatta/Wrap on Handwoven Organza with Pure Zari borders of Silver on one side & gold on the other (100% Made in India from Yarn to Final Product).
This antique masterpiece is a Collector's Edition, & not to be found anywhere.
The Sustainability Quotient (SQ):
1. Localised Organza Production to India from China
2. 100% Handwoven Pure Silk Organza
3. Masterclass Weaving with one side SILVER and one side GOLD Pure Zari borders.
4. Chikankari - an ancient heritage hand embroidery practised in North India.
5. Bio Wash - Washed using Bio Friendly enzyme materials instead of Acid that is commonly used in Chikankari to wash Indigo Block marks of motifs.
KHAYAL (moodboard): Marble Carvings of Ancient Marble Monuments is a dream that has been captured in Chikankari Embroidery. Organza provides the exact dream like base for this Khayal. The Resham Chikan Embroidery appears like a replica of ancient marble engravings on fabric.
POSHAAK (about the outfit): A Handwoven Organza Wrap (Dupatta) that is lighter than air, made of Pure Silk Yarns, floaty like a cloud, adorned on either side with Gold & Silver Pure Zari Borders. Delicate Flowers of Chikankari Embroidery come alive on the it, making it a heart stopping piece of wearable art.
Rare Hand Embroidery: Nuanced Tepchi Hand Embroidery using Resham Thread
Handloom Kota Doria: A rarity in itself now. We came upon this batch with great difficulty as most of the Kota available now in market is not handwoven.
KHAYAL (moodboard): Emma (1815) is an English Classic penned by the legendary Jane Austen. Emma Woodhouse's World is carefree, full of peachy youth, an eagerness to help and fix everyone's problems and as a result create more problems. Austen's writing exposes a very different English society, one that is more simple & relatable to the slice of every day life. Emma's adorable character traits made us name this Peach dupatta after her.
POSHAAK (about the dupatta): Peach Handloom Kota Dupatta embroidered with delicate tone on tone Tepchi Chikankari in floral pattern of unique Meiraas Motif created in 2017. Last image is taken against a backlight. The crochet lace detailing in peach colour is a signature style of Meiraas & adds to the character of the dupatta.
Imp: Colours may vary a bit, although they are all shot professionally in studio set up & closest colour has been photographed; Any variation can be due to digital medium of photography that is outside our control.
Please Note: Only the dupatta is for sale in this post