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You Only Live Twice

₹9,500.00

Made on Order Dress. Please check Time in Dispatch before ordering. Refer to Size Chart and not Sizing Guide. "You Only Live Twice, Or So It Seems...One life for Yourself and one for the Dreams" THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):

Artisan Skill enhancement: Revival of old Bijli boota (named by Artisan), commissioned and researched by Meiraas from old archived images of Chikankari.
Archival Project: The motif on the sleeve is 200 years old at least (please see Reels on Meiraas IG to see the make and texture of old wooden motif). Revival of front & back motif with reference from Chikankari archives.
Handloom Cotton fabric
Minimalist pattern of dress makes the heritage motifs more usable, as they are intricate and delicate and cannot be used in current work style of fast and rough work.
Handmade in India

KHAYAL (mood board): "Since the time I started working on Chikankari, my sensibilities have evolved tremendously along with my brand. As any regular Lucknavi born in the 80s, I have witnessed the decline of this beautiful craft, and rarely cared back then. Today this craft is by and large a far cry from what was available just a few decades back. The ancient & antique motifs lie in the workshops gathering dust as the Fast and Thick work does not require their delicate charm. Gradually the artisans who could work on such intricate motifs became rarer. Now a handful who can embroider such motifs work on heavily embroidered pieces that come in super luxury range. Then how can I make them more sustainable. Minimalist Kurtas is one way, & I am seeing success there, but a Dress! That too Handwoven with charming old World cuts and pleats, and delicately placed Ancient motifs! Now this can certainly be a more Global and Versatile choice " - Vidhi Rastogi, Head of Design, Meiraas POSHAAK (about the product): Handwoven Cotton soft dress with charming old World cuts and pleats, and flared sleeves. The embroidery is delicate and antique on the sleeves and the motifs on front & back are a Revival Project by Meiraas from an archived Chikankari motif. Important:

The length is 49 inches and reaches on the lower calf, you can have this reduced as per your height as the dress is Made on Order.
Colours can be customised (Azo Free Only) as the dress is Made on Order, along with the embroidery colour. Please DM on Meiraas IG, or Whatsapp at 9810119795 for more.
Chikankari garments are translucent by nature as they are mostly made on lighter cottons & in natural white or pastel shades. To wear a slip/layering inner wear underneath is subjective to the wearer's comfort. We are only providing the dress.
The model is wearing no layered inner wear in the images, except essentials.

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Chikankari Kurta Edit

Macchli Mehraab Chikankari Kalidar

₹35,000.00

Power of Silence is a collection conceptualised by Meiraas in 2018, where we celebrate Silence - a much required virtue, & have given it a mood-board via elements of Powerful Silence. White Handloom Chanderi Antique Style Anarkali Kurta with Macchli Mehraab Chikankari embroidery. The Kalidar is lined all over using softest cotton. Stitching and Finishing of the Kurta is complimentary by Meiraas. PLEASE NOTE: Only M size is available & READY TO SHIP. The Sustainability Quotient (SQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery 2. Exclusive Meiraas motifs carved following all processes, with antique motifs. 3. 100% Handwoven Chanderi produced In House by Meiraas. 4.Higher price paid to the artisans than regularly paid wages in the market 5. Antique Style Anarkali Kurta with 18-20 Kali Gher (as per size). Please note Antique Anarkali were never floor length, they were always knee length or just a little below. This Kurta has been crafted with Antiquity mood board and not modern variations. KHAYAL (mood-board): Kabootarbaazi is inherent to the culture of Lucknow and Awadh. Whether romanced in Ruskin Bond's period novella "A Flight of the Pigeons" or appearing aesthetically in Ray's "Shatranj ke Khiladi", Pigeons and the skyline of Lucknow is synonymous with each other. Seen here is White Chikankari embroidered Kabootar in the EXCLUSIVE MOTIF created by Meiraas under Falaknuma Collection.This motif of Chikankari is an exclusive design of Meiraas launched in 2018. POSHAAK (about the dress): The essence of Awadh in the Kali of the creamy white Kurta; Macchli (Fish) inside the Mehraab (Archway) is a poetic artscape featuring on these Archive Quality Kurtas. The kalis have Antique Leaf Creeper featuring masterclass Phanda stitch. These Antique Style Anarkali Kurta are 18-20 Kali Gher (as per size). Please note Antique Anarkali were never floor length, they were always knee length or just a little below. This Kurta has been crafted with Antiquity mood board and not modern variations. They are paired best with Meiraas Pants uploaded in Dopehri collective IMPORTANT: Same colour Cotton Pants will be stitched complimentary with the Kurta

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Chikankari Kurta Edit

Macchli Mehraab Mukaish Chikankari Anarkali Kurta

₹42,500.00

Power of Silence is a collection conceptualised by Meiraas in 2018, where we celebrate Silence - a much required virtue, & have given it a moodboard via elements of Powerful Silence. White Handloom Chanderi TRULY Antique Style Anarkali Kurta with Macchli Mehraab Chikankari embroidery & Mukaish Daana details. The Kalidar is lined only on the bust using softest cotton. Rest is left unlined to exactly create Anarkalis from Mughal & Nawab courts. Stitching and Finishing of the Kurta is complimentary by Meiraas. PLEASE NOTE: Only M size is available & READY TO SHIP. The Sustainability Quotient (SQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery 2. Exclusive Meiraas motifs carved following all processes, with antique motifs. 3. 100% Handwoven Chanderi produced In House by Meiraas. 4.Higher price paid to the artisans than regularly paid wages in the market 5. Antique Style Anarkali Kurta with 18-20 Kali Gher (as per size). Please note Antique Anarkali were never floor length, they were always knee length or just a little below. This Kurta has been crafted with Antiquity mood board and not modern variations. KHAYAL (mood-board): Kabootarbaazi is inherent to the culture of Lucknow and Awadh. Whether romanced in Ruskin Bond's period novella "A Flight of the Pigeons" or appearing aesthetically in Ray's "Shatranj ke Khiladi", Pigeons and the skyline of Lucknow is synonymous with each other. Seen here is White Chikankari embroidered Kabootar in the EXCLUSIVE MOTIF created by Meiraas under Falaknuma Collection.This motif of Chikankari is an exclusive design of Meiraas launched in 2018. POSHAAK (about the dress): THE TRULY ANTIQUE ANARKALI. Heavily crafted with Chikankari & Mukaish this Kalidar is lined only on the bust & rest is left without lining in true Mughal Court Kalidar style The essence of Awadh in the Kali of the creamy white Kurta; Macchli (Fish) inside the Mehraab (Archway) is a poetic artscape featuring on these Archive Quality Kurtas. The kalis have Antique Leaf Creeper featuring masterclass Phanda stitch. These Antique Style Anarkali Kurta are 18-20 Kali Gher (as per size). Please note Antique Anarkali were never floor length, they were always knee length or just a little below. This Kurta has been crafted with Antiquity mood board and not modern variations. They are paired best with Meiraas Pants uploaded in Dopehri collective IMPORTANT: Same colour Cotton Pants will be stitched complimentary with the Kurta

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Chikankari Kurta Edit

Patta Patta Boota Boota

₹15,000.00

SUSTAINABLE CHIKANKARI BY MEIRAAS KHAYAL (mood-board): Patta Patta Boota Boota haal hamare jaane hain - Mir Taqi Mir, 1723-1810 The mood board inspiration for the motif is based on Mir Sahab's poem & the romance of floral frescoes in India, whether in architecture, art, poems and even textiles. This is a unique Meiraas motif inspired from Rajasthani & Mughal art, as Mir sahab was a jewel of Mughal court, & spent his later years in Lucknow court with Nawab Asaf-Ud-Daulah. This dress is an ode to Mir Sahab. POSHAAK (about the dress): This Kota Doria Dress has two masterclass arts - Gota Pintucks & Rehsam Chikankari. The dress was first pintucked & inlaid with Silver Gota. Post that it was sent to Lucknow to our artisans for high quality Resham Chikankari. The Dress is soft grey, a non traditional colour palette for Chikankari. The silver gota acts like a silver lining on dark cloud, very promising & hopeful. The embroidery is kept tonal & minimalist, yet graceful & regal. The back of the dress is plain with gota lines present in the kalis. The neck of the dress has silver Kingri lace details. The dupatta accompanying the dress is plain Kota Doria with Gota Edge detailing. The dress is ankle length & well lined with soft Cotton lining. It has a facing of Handloom Ikat to add drama. It needs no pants. The dress has hook button close up in front. The dress can be altered from XS to M easily. This is just one exclusive dress, so simply look at the size chart in last image & mention your size in checkout. We will alter accordingly & dispatch your dress. Fabric: Soft Kota Doria

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Chikankari Kurta Edit

GOLD STANDARD | Benazir Do Taar Heirloom Chikankari Suit Ensemble

₹45,000.00

The Royale Ensemble!! Each inch of this dreamy white vision is covered in most intricate & detailed stitch that the masterclass Chikankari craft can produce!! The angel is in the details, & the details of this ensemble has to be seen to be believed in each nook & corners & borders of this dreamy fabric fantasia. Jaali work is cut allover the front & back of the kurta with intricate neckline details with Jaali Cutwork. The dupatta has rich "daaman" borders & bootas scattered in between. More words will not do justice to this labour of love as the images can do, so we will urge you to simply lose yourself in this White Vision!! There are 13 images in all, of the ensemble. Pristine White Pure Georgette 2 Taar Semi Stitched Chikankari Kurta Dupatta set. This can be stitched on request, or purchased as it is. Before making this Art Investment, here are few details we have put together for you: Understand 2 Taar Concept:

Any Hand Embroidery is done with 5-6 Taar (filament of embroidery thread).
Chikankari is mostly done with 4-5 Taar (filament of embroidery thread).
Maximum Meiraas Chikankari is Resham 3 Taar, except few pieces.
2 Taar work is therefore the MOST PREMIUM Chikankari work. Why?
The reduced thread count means finer work, more artisan hours, special craftsmanship skill
Seasoned artisans can work with as little thread count as 2 Taar & their availability is limited, making such pieces LIMITED EDITION.
2 Taar is also premium because the less thread count makes the needle move more intricately.
The suit will be fully embroidered, yet lightweight - the epitome of Class & Fine Aesthetics.

Common Misinformation spread by online sellers:

There is NO SUCH THING as 1 Taar & 2 Taar in same piece. It is either 1 Taar or 2 Taar. 1 Taar ensemble are super rare & rarely done all over due to the craft being Platinum Standard of Chikankari Work.
2 Taar & above work will be premium due to the many reasons explained above.

Fabrics generally used for 2 Taar Chikankari:

This work is mostly done on Pure Georgette to make it visible as the thread count is less.
The premium price bracket of the suit attracts premium fabrics like Pure Georgette.

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Chikankari Kurta Edit

GOLD STANDARD | Nayaab Do Taar Heirloom Chikankari Suit Ensemble

₹45,000.00

The Royale Ensemble!! Each inch of this dreamy white vision is covered in most intricate & detailed stitch that the masterclass Chikankari craft can produce!! The angel is in the details, & the details of this ensemble has to be seen to be believed in each nook & corners & borders of this dreamy fabric fantasia. Jaali work is cut allover the front & back of the kurta with intricate neckline details with Jaali Cutwork. The dupatta has rich "daaman" borders & bootas scattered in between. More words will not do justice to this labour of love as the images can do, so we will urge you to simply lose yourself in this White Vision!! There are 11 images in all of the ensemble. Pristine White Pure Georgette 2 Taar Semi Stitched Chikankari Kurta Dupatta set. This can be stitched on request, or purchased as it is. Before making this Art Investment, here are few details we have put together for you: Understand 2 Taar Concept:

Any Hand Embroidery is done with 5-6 Taar (filament of embroidery thread).
Chikankari is mostly done with 4-5 Taar (filament of embroidery thread).
Maximum Meiraas Chikankari is Resham 3 Taar, except few pieces.
2 Taar work is therefore the MOST PREMIUM Chikankari work. Why?
The reduced thread count means finer work, more artisan hours, special craftsmanship skill
Seasoned artisans can work with as little thread count as 2 Taar & their availability is limited, making such pieces LIMITED EDITION.
2 Taar is also premium because the less thread count makes the needle move more intricately.
The suit will be fully embroidered, yet lightweight - the epitome of Class & Fine Aesthetics.

Common Misinformation on this craft style:

There is NO SUCH THING as 1 Taar & 2 Taar in same piece. It is either 1 Taar or 2 Taar. 1 Taar ensemble are super rare & rarely done all over due to the craft being Platinum Standard of Chikankari Work.
2 Taar & above work will be premium due to the many reasons explained above.

Fabrics generally used for 2 Taar Chikankari:

This work is mostly done on Pure Georgette to make it visible as the thread count is less.
The premium price bracket of the suit attracts premium fabrics like Pure Georgette.

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Chikankari Kurta Edit

Kabootar Mehraab Kurta Dupatta Ensemble

₹19,500.00

White Handloom Chanderi Semi Stitched Kurta with Meiraas Exclusive Kabootar Mehraab Chikankari motifs & complimenting Dupatta in same fabric. Stitching of the Kurta is complimentary by Meiraas, along with good quality cotton detachable slip. Please choose your size from the size chart uploaded The Sustainability Quotient (SQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery 2. Exclusive Meiraas motifs carved following all processes 3. 100% Handwoven Chanderi (Meiraas In House) 4. Higher price paid to the artisans than regularly paid wages in the market 5. Lace detailing added by all girls unit. ARTISANAL CHIKANKARI BY MEIRAAS KHAYAL (mood-board): Kabootarbaazi (Pigeon flying) is inherent to the culture of Lucknow and Awadh. Whether romanced in Ruskin Bond’s period novella “A Flight of the Pigeons” or appearing aesthetically in Ray’s “Shatranj ke Khiladi”, Pigeons and the skyline of Lucknow is synonymous with each other. Seen here is Kabootar (Pigeon) in the romantic Mehraab (Archways) in the EXCLUSIVE MOTIF created by Meiraas under Falaknuma Collection. The motif of Chikankari is an exclusive design of Meiraas launched in 2018. POSHAAK (about the dress): You will feel the lilting romance of Old Lucknow when you see this stunning motif of Kabootar Mehraab in Resham white embroidery in Meiraas Exclusive Semi Stitched Kurta Dupatta set made on Handloom Chanderi. A gentle smattering of Mukaish adds a starry charm to this visage. The lace adds charm & romance to the ethereal set. The Kurta will come with complimentary detachable slip & stitching on the set design. Additional Details: This Kurta can be stitched upto sizes S (small) to XXL (Extra Extra Large) only. Ready length will be maximum 46-47 inches approx.

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Rumi Darwaza Kurta Dupatta Ensemble

₹21,500.00

Gorgeous Olive coloured Rumi Darwaza Kurta Dupatta in our Exclusively hand carved Rumi motif. The front & back has small floral bootis to give an overall neat look to the ensemble. A Chanderi dupatta matches the floral bootis on the body of the Kurta. Lace detailing adds to the beauty of the ensemble. Stitching of the Kurta is complimentary by Meiraas, along with cotton detachable slip. We have just 1 piece in this ensemble, which can be stitched from size S - XXL, so leave your size in the Customer Note, as per our size chart given. The Sustainability Quotient (SQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery 2. Exclusive Meiraas motif (Rumi Darwaza) hand carved following all processes 3. Handloom Chanderi fabric ARTISANAL CHIKANKARI BY MEIRAAS KHAYAL (moodboard): Rumi Darwaza is the gateway towards Old Lucknow where Chikankari is done & sold. It is the iconic leitmotif of Lucknow and its culture. We conceptualised this motif in 2018, to pay an homage to the symbol that launches the gateway to the art & lifestyle of Lucknow. This motif of Chikankari is an exclusive design of Meiraas launched in 2018. POSHAAK (about the dress): Meiraas Exclusive Rumi Darwaza Kurta Dupatta set made on Handloom Chanderi. A gentle smattering of Mukaish adds the starry charm to this visage. The Olive shade is perfect backdrop for this stunning work. The lace adds charm & romance to the ethereal set. The Kurta will come with complimentary detachable slip & stitching. Additional Details: This Kurta can be stitched uptil sizes S (small) to XXL (Extra Extra Large) only. Ready length will be maximum 46-47 inches approx.

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Chikankari Kurta Edit, The Wedding Collective

White Firozi Tepchi Kurta Dupatta Ensemble

₹21,500.00

White Handloom Chanderi Semi Stitched Kurta with intricate Tepchi Floral motif Jaal work allover the front panel. This is a rare Tepchi Kurta with Jaali stitch in between; the Jaali stitch is highlighted with qasab taar work. The dual colour play of White & Firozi is marvellous & ethereal. The set comes with a complimenting Dupatta in same fabric. Stitching of the Kurta is complimentary by Meiraas, along with good quality cotton detachable slip. Please choose your size from the size chart uploaded The Sustainability Quotient (SQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery - Tepchi with qasab taar Jaali stitch, a rare style of Tepchi work. 2. Intricate Ek Daana Tepchi Chikankari 3. 100% Handwoven Chanderi (Meiraas In House) 4. Lace detailing added by all girls unit. ARTISANAL CHIKANKARI BY MEIRAAS KHAYAL (moodboard): The Floral gardens of India, the Madhu Udhyaan or the Bagh-E-Bahaar is created with fine quality Tepchi Chikankari accompanied by rare Jaali stitch to give the illusion of ornate & regal gardens. POSHAAK (about the dress): Jaali stitch with Tepchi embroidery is extremely rare combination that comes alive with gentle pops of Firozi colour. A gentle smattering of Mukaish adds understated elegance. The lace detailing adds charm & romance to the ethereal set. The Kurta will come with complimentary detachable slip & stitching on the set design. Additional Details: This Kurta can be stitched uptil sizes S (small) to XXL (Extra Extra Large) only. Ready length will be maximum 46-47 inches approx.

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Chikankari Kurta Edit

Kabootarbaazi Power of Silence Kurta

₹15,000.00

Please note: We could not get this fresh Kurta photographed, therefore:

The 1st images are the representation of Kurta style & fall only, do not refer to it for final embroidery.
The 2nd, 3rd & 4th white kurta images are the Kurta you are buying when it was Semi Stitched (Fully stitched now. Semi Stitched will not be available).
To see the final Kurta look & closest colour please watch our Dhanlakshami Kurta, Dupatta, Kalidar Video 1 IGTV video: www.instagram.com/tv/CHPbQUZJLHW/

Power of Silence is a collection conceptualised by Meiraas in 2018, where we celebrate Silence - a much required virtue, & have given it a mood-board via elements of Powerful Silence. White Handloom Chanderi Kurta with Kabootarbaazi Chikankari embroidery. Stitching of the Kurta is complimentary by Meiraas. PLEASE NOTE: Only XXL size is READY TO SHIP. Rest of Sizes S, L, XL, XXL (refer to size chart) are MADE ON ORDER Only and will take 13 weeks (maximum) to get made & delivered. Please choose your size from the size chart. The Sustainability Quotient (SQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery 2. Exclusive Meiraas motifs carved following all processes. 3. 100% Handwoven Chanderi produced In House by Meiraas. 4.Higher price paid to the artisans than regularly paid wages in the market KHAYAL (mood-board): Kabootarbaazi is inherent to the culture of Lucknow and Awadh. Whether romanced in Ruskin Bond's period novella "A Flight of the Pigeons" or appearing aesthetically in Ray's "Shatranj ke Khiladi", Pigeons and the skyline of Lucknow is synonymous with each other. Seen here is White Chikankari embroidered Kabootar in the EXCLUSIVE MOTIF created by Meiraas under Falaknuma Collection.This motif of Chikankari is an exclusive design of Meiraas launched in 2018. POSHAAK (about the dress): Early morning or setting evening, the skyline of Lucknow is complete with the harmonious flight of the Pigeons in this Meiraas Exclusive Semi Stitched Kurta made on Handloom Chanderi. They are paired best with Meiraas Pants uploaded in Dopehri collective Important: The kurta will come with a detachable slip complimentary from Meiraas, along with stitching & finishing also complimentary.

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Chikankari Kurta Edit, The Wedding Collective

White Tangerine Tepchi Kurta Dupatta Ensemble

₹21,500.00

White Handloom Chanderi Semi Stitched Kurta with intricate Tepchi Floral motif Jaal work allover the front panel. The dual colour play of White & Tangerine is marvellous & ethereal. The set comes with a complimenting Dupatta in same fabric. Stitching of the Kurta is complimentary by Meiraas, along with good quality cotton detachable slip. Please choose your size from the size chart uploaded The Sustainability Quotient (SQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery 2. Intricate Ek Daana Tepchi Chikankari 3. 100% Handwoven Chanderi (Meiraas In House) 4. Higher price paid to the artisans than regularly paid wages in the market 5. Lace detailing added by all girls unit. ARTISANAL CHIKANKARI BY MEIRAAS KHAYAL (moodboard): The Floral gardens of India, the Madhu Udhyaan or the Bagh-E-Bahaar is created with fine quality Tepchi Chikankari accompanied by rare Jaali stitch to give the illusion of ornate & regal gardens. POSHAAK (about the dress): Jaali stitch with Tepchi embroidery is extremely rare combination that comes alive with gentle pops of Tangerine colour. A gentle smattering of Mukaish adds understated elegance. The lace detailing adds charm & romance to the ethereal set. The Kurta will come with complimentary detachable slip & stitching on the set design. Additional Details: This Kurta can be stitched uptil sizes S (small) to XXL (Extra Extra Large) only. Ready length will be maximum 46-47 inches approx.

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Chikankari Kurta Edit

Patta Boota Kurta Dupatta Ensemble

₹19,500.00

White Handloom Chanderi Semi Stitched Kurta with Meiraas Exclusive Patta Boota Chikankari motifs & complimenting Dupatta in same fabric. Stitching of the Kurta is complimentary by Meiraas, along with good quality cotton detachable slip. Please choose your size from the size chart uploaded The Sustainability Quotient (SQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery 2. Exclusive Meiraas motifs carved following all processes 3. 100% Handwoven Chanderi (Meiraas In House) 4. Higher price paid to the artisans than regularly paid wages in the market 5. Lace detailing added by all girls unit. ARTISANAL CHIKANKARI BY MEIRAAS KHAYAL (moodboard): Patta Patta Boota Boota is a poem by Mir Taqi Mir, a celebrated poet of both Delhi School of Poetry & Lucknow School of Poetry. His beautiful poem is the Khayal or inspiration to name this Boota that finds itself as part of Murals in all Rajasthani, Luckhnavi, Delhi art 15th Century onwards or maybe even later. This motif of Chikankari is an exclusive design of Meiraas launched in 2018. POSHAAK (about the dress): You will feel the lyrics of Patta Patta Boota Boota in the silky voice of Ghulam Ali when you see this delicate floral motif in Resham white embroidery in Meiraas Exclusive Semi Stitched Kurta Dupatta set made on Handloom Chanderi. A gentle smattering of Mukaish adds the starry charm to this visage. The lace adds charm & romance to the ethereal set. The Kurta will come with complimentary detachable slip & stitching on the set design. Additional Details: This Kurta can be stitched uptil sizes S (small) to XXL (Extra Extra Large) only. Ready length will be maximum 46-47 inches approx.