Imp: We recommend picking Floral Vine Chikankari Pants, to make this a Co-Ord set, as shown in the images. To shop Pants, click HERE
Classic Natural White on White Chikankari Kurta in softest of Handwoven Cotton. It is best paired with Floral Vine Pure Cotton Pants, to make the whole set as a soothing, yet statement making ensemble.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Handloom Kurta Fabric
Bespoke Tailoring
Margins given in each garment to ensure sustainability in ready to wear
Only hand carved Chikankari motifs were used
KHAYAL (mood board):
Dopehri is a summer song of Lucknow presented by Meiraas!! Through this entry range collection of ours, we want you to step into the oasis of slow summer living of yesteryears that we are all trying to bring back collectively!!
POSHAAK (about the product):
This beautiful Chikankari embroidered white on white Kurta is made in very soft handwoven cotton. It features the classic straight cut with kurta patti. The stylish embroidery cascades down from one shoulder, with stitches like orma, ghaspatti, phanda, etc.
Just wearing this kurta, paired with Floral Vine Chikankari Pants will be perfect attire for workplace, movies, lunch with friends, shopping trips et al.
Important:
Chikankari garments are translucent by nature as they are mostly made on lighter cottons & in natural white or pastel shades. To wear a slip underneath is subjective to the wearer's comfort
Only Kurta is available to shop from this post.
If your size is not available, then shop 1 size larger only & put in an alteration request in checkout note.
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Imp:We recommend picking Vine Chikankari Kurta, to make this a Co-Ord set, as shown in the images. To shop Kurta, click HERE
Classic White on White Chikankari straight cut Pants, in Flax Cotton fabric.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Pure Cotton Fabric
Bespoke Tailoring
Margins given in each garment to ensure sustainability in ready to wear
Only hand carved Chikankari motifs were used
KHAYAL (mood board):
Dopehri is a summer song of Lucknow presented by Meiraas!! Through this entry range collection of ours, we want you to step into the oasis of slow summer living of yesteryears that we are all trying to bring back collectively!!
POSHAAK (about the product):
This gorgeous jaal embroidered white on white Chikankari Pant, features a trellis pattern with florals in between each trellis shape. The embroidery is sone in stitches like orma, keel phanda, to help them stand out.
Just wearing this pant as a set, paired with Vine Chikankari Kurta will be perfect attire for workplace, movies, lunch with friends, shopping trips et al.
The pants are straight cut, with comfortable elastic on front & back, along with drawstring.
Please Note: There might be minor anomalies in hand dyeing on hand embroidery. This is the nature of hand dyeing.
Important:
Chikankari garments are translucent by nature as they are mostly made on lighter cottons & in natural white or pastel shades. To wear a slip underneath is subjective to the wearer's comfort
Only Pant is available to shop from this post.
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A laidback, gorgeous Olive shade in Zou Bisou Chikankari Handloom Cotton Dress
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Chikankari Hand Embroidery - masterclass Orma stitch on the bodice to make lotuses
Handloom Fabric
Bespoke Tailoring
Margins given in each garment to ensure sustainability in ready to wear
Hand dyed using Azo Free pigments
Only hand carved Chikankari motifs were used
KHAYAL (mood board):
Dopehri is a summer song of Lucknow presented by Meiraas!! Through this entry range collection of ours, we want you to step into the oasis of slow summer living of yesteryears that we are all trying to bring back collectively!!
Lucknow & Awadh has a long French Connection. Our founders' Alma Mater, La Martiniere, one of the most delightful heritage buildings in India, was built by Lt. General Claude Martin, an 18th Century French soldier turned entrepreneur, who fell in love with Lucknow, that was then called the Paris of the East. He chose to settle in Lucknow forever!!
Zou Bisou dress is an homage to the Awadh French Connect of the past.
POSHAAK (about the product):
Zou Bisou Olive Flared dress is made in soft Handloom Cotton with masterclass Orma stitch displayed on the bodice, back & sleeves, making it look extremely romantic & elegant. It has Mother of Pearl button detailing.
The bodice of the dress (only) with have thin soft lining to increase its longevity as this is heavy threadwork on handwoven soft fabric. The dress sleeves & rest of the flare will have no lining.
This dress is so perfect to slip on to movies, art soirees, a day out, museums, with friends, brunches, et al.
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This product includes the dress only.
Chikankari garments are generally translucent by nature of them being mostly whites or pastels or made on light cottons. To wear a slip underneath them or not is your personal choice.
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Bright Yellow coloured Flax Cotton Chikankari Kurta with Paan boota details. This will look amazing as a Co-Ord set when paired with same coloured Cotton Pants . Just select pants if you wish to make a co-ord & in Check Ourt note mention, please dye to match Shiuli Yellow Kurta.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Pure Cotton fabric
Bespoke Tailoring
Margins given in each garment to ensure sustainability in ready to wear
Hand dyed using Azo Free pigments
Only hand carved Chikankari motifs were used
KHAYAL (mood board):
Dopehri is a summer song of Lucknow presented by Meiraas!! Through this entry range collection of ours, we want you to step into the oasis of slow summer living of yesteryears that we are all trying to bring back collectively!!
POSHAAK (about the product):
Flax Cotton Straight Cut Kurta with front panel Paan Boota. This kurta has been our bestseller piece. It is slightly thicker than pure cotton, yet becomes comfortable with more use & wash. The back of this kurta has been left plain to make this a Minimalist Wear.
Once worn, this will be your favourite go to Kurta. We will highly recommend to pair this with same coloured pants, as detailed above.
Important:
Only Kurta is available to shop from this post.
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A regal Steel Grey version of Matsya Chikankari Kurta! Perfect for languid summers, bursting monsoons or early setting in winters!
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Chikankari Hand Embroidery - rare antique miniature motif & Meiraas Exclusive Fish motif
Daraz Hand Embroidery -Rare Fish Motif referenced from archival work housed in V&A Museum.
Pure Cotton fabric
Bespoke Tailoring
Margins given in each garment to ensure sustainability in ready to wear
Hand dyed using Azo Free pigments
Only hand carved Chikankari motifs were used.
Khayal: Moodboard
FISH motif is one of the most celebrated icons of Awadh's heritage & history. The Fish Emblem was sacred to the Nawab royalty of Lucknow & Awadh, and its inspiration looms large on the many architectural landmarks across Awadh, that are now seeing the ravages of time. We have already created an Original Chikankari Motif of the Fish Emblem, we now wanted to create a revival of the iconic symbol in another masterpiece art of Awadh - Daraz applique.
The Awadhi Crafts are versatile with hand arts beyond Chikankari; Many crafts like Daraz, Mukaish, Aari, Zardozi have a unique standing of their own, yet are now relegated as an add on to Chikan in their most basic & non creative form. Daraz applique is one of them.
Poshaak: (about the dress)
This beautiful summer fresh classic kurta has a unique daraz fish motif embroidery along the length of the kurta in the front. This was recreated in reference to an archival work housed in V&A Museum currently. The kurta has black Chikankari embroidery in antique miniature motif (rare to find such small & detailed motifs now) in the front, & Meiraas Exclusive Fish emblem statement motif.
The cut of this kurta is single kali, which ensures better fall & grace.
It is one of a kind Chikankari kurta, that is sure to become a conversation starter.
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A stunning bright Yellow coloured Chikankari Cotton Kurta, after Khus & Gulaab; this one is Haldi.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Pure Cotton Kurta Fabric
Bespoke Tailoring
Margins given in each garment to ensure sustainability in ready to wear
Hand dyed using Azo Free pigments
Only hand carved Chikankari motifs were used
KHAYAL (mood board):
Dopehri is a summer song of Lucknow presented by Meiraas!! Through this entry range collection of ours, we want you to step into the oasis of slow summer living of yesteryears that we are all trying to bring back collectively!!
POSHAAK (about the product):
Haldi - the much revered hue of our culture, Turmeric Yellow infuses a surge of energy, especially during dull, drab months.
This bright Yellow Chikankari Kurta made on soft cotton has a Round and V neck design, showing beautiful décolletage, and comfortable in the sweltering months.
The neck has lovely embroidery, while the rest of the body has pleasant floral scattered motifs.
The back of the Kurta has small bootis scattered at a distance.
Important:
Chikankari garments are translucent by nature as they are mostly made on lighter cottons & in natural white or pastel shades. To wear a slip underneath is subjective to the wearer's comfort
Only Kurta is available to shop from this post.
If your size is not available, then shop 1 size larger only & put in an alteration request in checkout note.
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Please refer to Size Chart and not sizing guide to know your perfect fit.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Artisan Skill enhancement: One of a kind tunic design with exceptional blocks that were not used for years; a delight for creative minds.
MARGINS - all Meiraas Ready to Wear comes with margins to enable minor alteration; Margins are most important feature if one wishes to make more sustainable ready to wear pieces. Margins need expert hand tailoring and are neatly managed in the in seams to keep wearer's comfort in mind.
Traditional Oreb Cut of Awadh
Handmade in India
SUSTAINABLE MEIRAAS CHIKANKARIKHAYAL (moodboard): Ruskin Bond's novella "A Flight of Pigeons" is set in Shahjahanbad, Uttar Pradesh, during India's first recorded War of Independence against British Raj in 1857. The story, though a love story in the intent, is a lot more than that. It is a beautiful story of camaraderie in such bleak times between English women who are left as survivors of an aftermath, & extreme kindness & compassion they end up sharing with Indians where they take shelter. The friendship between "Kothiwali" an aging matriarch & Mariam, the English lady is lovely. The Cotton Frock, Aamramanjari, is an ode to this friendship & hence is made in a style that passes for both Indian & English.
Aamra Manjari or Mango Blossoms is the name given to the beautiful embroidery, as that belt of Uttar Pradesh is dominated by rows and rows of Mango plantations. Just like the tender & joyous blossoms, the friendship of women in this story is unassuming, under rated, yet most beautiful.
POSHAAK (about the outfit): Aamra Manjari Cotton Frock is made on Soft Pure Cotton. This frock is part of our artisan skill set improvement project, & the full collection took 1.5 years plus to get made. The front ghera (flare) is heavily embroidered with Mango Bark, the bust is done up with minimal flower & bel boota. The back has one statement Aamra Manjari motif & rest has small scattered flowers. It is a beautiful dress to be worn in any weather & any occasion - work, beach holiday, fort holidays, home working. It can be dressed up as a Kurta and dressed down as a tunic on the beach.
Important: This cut is called Oreb. Please note that the kurta is not asymmetrical, but cut in Oreb style.
Only Kurta is available to shop from this listing.
Fabric: Powerloom Cotton
Styling Top: Pair with our Jane Eyre Chikankari Kota Doria Dupatta as shown in Image 7
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Please refer to Size Chart and not sizing guide to know your perfect fit.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Artisan Skill enhancement: One of a kind tunic design with exceptional blocks that were not used for years; a delight for creative minds.
MARGINS - all Meiraas Ready to Wear comes with margins to enable minor alteration; Margins are most important feature if one wishes to make more sustainable ready to wear pieces. Margins need expert hand tailoring and are neatly managed in the in seams to keep wearer's comfort in mind.
Successful replication of Nawabi neckline that has not been used for many years, we brought this old world charming neckline back and adapted it for women's wear.
Handloom Cotton very fine count
Handmade in India
KHAYAL (mood board):
Dopehri is a summer song of Lucknow presented by Meiraas!! Through this entry range collection of ours, we want you to step into the oasis of slow summer living of yesteryears that we are all trying to bring back collectively!!
POSHAAK (about the product):
Nawabi is a tunic designed taking references from Bengal style neckline that was very much in vogue right uptil 70s. Largely used for mens' fashion in the past, we have made the design gender neutral by creating it for women.
This is very fine count Amber Charkha spun and Handloom Cotton Chikankari Kurta with beautiful chanapatti, shadow, phanda (hand cutwork) stitches, with Mother of Pearl button detailing.
The shade of the Kurta: ROSE
Rose like the wine - Rose!! Beautiful subtle pink for laidback summer afternoons with chilled rose in glass flutes.
Important:
Chikankari garments are translucent by nature as they are mostly made on lighter cottons & in natural white or pastel shades. To wear a slip underneath is subjective to the wearer's comfort
Only Kurta is available to shop from this post.
Fabric: Fine Count very soft Amber Charkha Spun & Handwoven Cotton
Styling Tip: Will work beautifully with Crème Chikankari Flared Pants
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Artisan Skill Enhancement: The dresses are embroidered by our Rajnigandha unit, who till 2019 were used to working on what is termed as "chaalu kaam" or fast moving Chikankari goods. They had never worked on such a skilled piece that helped them invest more creative hours & therefore earn better piece with creative satisfaction
Paan Motif: Usage of the much less used Paan Motif in regular work also, so that this motif can be revived.
Handloom Chanderi fabric: Making this dress a Handwoven & Handcrafted delight
KHAYAL (Moodboard): "When I was going to design Kalidar Dresses for my portfolio, I started with seeing what was available in Chikankari Kalidar Dresses in general. I was quite disappointed then seeing the spangly and strictly One Time Wear Kalidars that lacked classic appeal and clearly could be worn in very loud gatherings. It is definitely not the style of Meiraas.
Here I would also like to divulge, that at the risk of losing business, I have put my foot down on making “gowns” (whatever that means) and One Time Wears as much as I could.
For my Kalidar Dresses, I revisited some films from 1960s, where Kalidar Frocks, both Knee Length and Calf Length were worn by vintage actresses. The ease, the charm, the subtlety and the flow - I wanted that. I will especially recall Sadhana’s short one in Mere Mehboob, and Padmini’s beautiful orange one in Mera Naam Joker, in a Qawali song. Smart, easy to dress up and down, laidback and classic.
Something you can wear anywhere, anytime.
Here’s presenting a series on one of my favourite themes - Dolce Far Niente aka The Sweetness of Doing Nothing”
- Vidhi Rastogi, Head of Design, Meiraas
POSHAAK (About the Dress): Buttery Yellow Chikankari Flared Dress on Finest Quality Handloom Chanderi with gorgeous flare & very dear embroidery of Lucknow's unique Paan Boota both on front & back in absolutely same pattern. This classic piece of Old World Dress is created keeping the drama of yesteryears in mind. Wear, twirl & watch the elegance overpower everyone.
The dress comes with a soft cotton detachable slip to match.
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Artisan Skill Enhancement: The dresses are embroidered by our Rajnigandha unit, who till 2019 were used to working on what is termed as "chaalu kaam" or fast moving Chikankari goods. They had never worked on such a skilled piece that helped them invest more creative hours & therefore earn better piece with creative satisfaction
Paan Motif: Usage of the much less used Paan Motif in regular work also, so that this motif can be revived.
Handloom Chanderi fabric: Making this dress a Handwoven & Handcrafted delight
KHAYAL (Moodboard): "When I was going to design Kalidar Dresses for my portfolio, I started with seeing what was available in Chikankari Kalidar Dresses in general. I was quite disappointed then seeing the spangly and strictly One Time Wear Kalidars that lacked classic appeal and clearly could be worn in very loud gatherings. It is definitely not the style of Meiraas.
Here I would also like to divulge, that at the risk of losing business, I have put my foot down on making “gowns” (whatever that means) and One Time Wears as much as I could.
For my Kalidar Dresses, I revisited some films from 1960s, where Kalidar Frocks, both Knee Length and Calf Length were worn by vintage actresses. The ease, the charm, the subtlety and the flow - I wanted that. I will especially recall Sadhana’s short one in Mere Mehboob, and Padmini’s beautiful orange one in Mera Naam Joker, in a Qawali song. Smart, easy to dress up and down, laidback and classic.
Something you can wear anywhere, anytime.
Here’s presenting a series on one of my favourite themes - Dolce Far Niente aka The Sweetness of Doing Nothing”
- Vidhi Rastogi, Head of Design, Meiraas
POSHAAK (About the Dress): Tiffany's Blue Chikankari Flared Dress on Finest Quality Handloom Chanderi with gorgeous flare & very dear embroidery of Lucknow's unique Paan Boota both on front & back in absolutely same pattern. This classic piece of Old World Dress is created keeping the drama of yesteryears in mind. Wear, twirl & watch the elegance overpower everyone.
The dress comes with a soft cotton detachable slip.
Select options
This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Artisan Skill Enhancement: The dresses are embroidered by our Rajnigandha unit, who till 2019 were used to working on what is termed as "chaalu kaam" or fast moving Chikankari goods. They had never worked on such a skilled piece that helped them invest more creative hours & therefore earn better piece with creative satisfaction
Paan Motif: Usage of the much less used Paan Motif in regular work also, so that this motif can be revived.
Handloom Chanderi fabric: Making this dress a Handwoven & Handcrafted delight
KHAYAL (Moodboard): "When I was going to design Kalidar Dresses for my portfolio, I started with seeing what was available in Chikankari Kalidar Dresses in general. I was quite disappointed then seeing the spangly and strictly One Time Wear Kalidars that lacked classic appeal and clearly could be worn in very loud gatherings. It is definitely not the style of Meiraas.
Here I would also like to divulge, that at the risk of losing business, I have put my foot down on making “gowns” (whatever that means) and One Time Wears as much as I could.
For my Kalidar Dresses, I revisited some films from 1960s, where Kalidar Frocks, both Knee Length and Calf Length were worn by vintage actresses. The ease, the charm, the subtlety and the flow - I wanted that. I will especially recall Sadhana’s short one in Mere Mehboob, and Padmini’s beautiful orange one in Mera Naam Joker, in a Qawali song. Smart, easy to dress up and down, laidback and classic.
Something you can wear anywhere, anytime.
Here’s presenting a series on one of my favourite themes - Dolce Far Niente aka The Sweetness of Doing Nothing”
- Vidhi Rastogi, Head of Design, Meiraas
POSHAAK (About the Dress): Soft Rose Chikankari Flared Dress on Finest Quality Handloom Chanderi with gorgeous flare & very dear embroidery of Lucknow's unique Paan Boota both on front & back in absolutely same pattern. This classic piece of Old World Dress is created keeping the drama of yesteryears in mind. Wear, twirl & watch the elegance overpower everyone.
The dress comes with a soft cotton detachable slip.
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Please refer to last 2 images to see Size Chart of Tunic & Pants. You have to mention your size as per the chart in the checkout.
There are 2 sets in Pink & 1 set in Yellow. Please DM on our Instagram for any help or Whatsapp on 9810119795. The set can be made XXL on special request, please DM or Whatsapp.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Artisan Skill enhancement: Exclusive Meiraas Patta Patta Boota Boota Motif embroidery that is a mix of Aari & Chikankari in same motif.
Handmade in India
KHAYAL (mood board):"When i had designed the first Tunic & Palazzo set (it was yellow and my personal set), i was very new into this work & having grown up seeing Chikankari wanted something radically different in motifs and layout, yet something that does not defeat or overpower the elegant & laidback mood that the craft is identified with & loved for. I continue to be a rebel in my thoughts about designing Chikankari pieces & by now that has become a signature style of Meiraas. This ensemble was designed to be something you can slip on easily in casual or formal meetings in India, & as comfortably carry them in SoHo, New York or a French Countryside in a vineyard possibly. The idea was my rebellious little mind that wanted tradition to carry on, yet break from the pattern and do it" - Vidhi Rastogi, Head of Design, MeiraasPOSHAAK (about the product):
Soft cotton Chikankari Tunic (Kurta) in Meiraas Exclusive Patta Boota Motif. The interesting part of this Motif Embroidery is the clever confluence of two styles of embroidery in one motif, both native to Lucknow, Aari & Chikankari. The Flower is filled with Aari stitch, whereas the rest of the motif is done in Chikankari. Both seamlessly come together in a perfect symbiosis.
About the Tunic (Kurta): The length is 41 inches for each Kurta. This length can be shortened 2 inches only on request. The motifs are 3 on hemline, one each on either shoulder. Please mention your size as per size chart on checkout.
About the Palazzo (Pants): The waistband is belt style (flat) in front & elastic at the back. The motif comes 1 each on each leg. Length is 37 inches and can be altered.
Important:
Chikankari garments are translucent by nature as they are mostly made on lighter cottons & in natural white or pastel shades. To wear a slip underneath is subjective to the wearer's comfort
Only Kurta & Palazzo is available to shop from this post.
Fabric: Powerloom Cotton
Styling Tip: Easily transcends from casual to informal to formal wear
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