UMRAO - A collective designed by Meiraas with Handloom Art (Chanderi woven In House), Craft in Dyeing Process (Leheriya Tie & Dye in Rajasthan) & Hand Embroidery (Mukaish from Lucknow), all coming together in a syncretic collection that possibly maps the Evolution of Crafts & their History. A rich mix of 3 states - Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, this is so much more than just a Wearable Art Piece.
NOTE: STITCHING OF KURTA IS COMPLIMENTARY. We will stitch straight Kurta only with allover soft high quality cotton lining & in our set Kurta Style (Please check Flax Cotton Chikankari Kurta to see style of stitching only). You can also opt for Fabric Only. Mention your size as per uploaded size chart in the Checkout note.
KHAYAL (mood-board): The Honeycomb reflects nature's best lesson of Singularity Pattern - there is always a loop left open from where the possibility to Re-Start exists!! Isn't that thought reflective of Human Power of Resilience. The Hive Mind. The Collective Consciousness.
POSHAAK (about the dress): Bluish Grey Leheriya Tie & Dye Kurta fabric with Mukaish Embroidery in Honeycomb pattern on Handloom Chanderi Fbaric. The Dupatta is 2 shades darker single colour grey with stars of Mukaish.
UMRAO - A collective designed by Meiraas with Handloom Art (Chanderi woven In House), Craft in Dyeing Process (Leheriya Tie & Dye in Rajasthan) & Hand Embroidery (Mukaish from Lucknow), all coming together in a syncretic collection that possibly maps the Evolution of Crafts & their History. A rich mix of 3 states - Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, this is so much more than just a Wearable Art Piece.
NOTE: STITCHING OF KURTA IS COMPLIMENTARY. We will stitch straight Kurta only with allover soft high quality cotton lining & in our set Kurta Style (Please check Flax Cotton Chikankari Kurta to see style of stitching only). You can also opt for Fabric Only. Mention your size as per uploaded size chart in the Checkout note.
KHAYAL (mood-board): The Honeycomb reflects nature's best lesson of Singularity Pattern - there is always a loop left open from where the possibility to Re-Start exists!! Isn't that thought reflective of Human Power of Resilience. The Hive Mind. The Collective Consciousness.
POSHAAK (about the dress): Tangerine (Orange) Leheriya Tie & Dye Kurta fabric with Mukaish Embroidery in Honeycomb pattern on Handloom Chanderi Fabric. The Dupatta is single colour with stars of Mukaish.
Reminiscent of the Bollywood divas of 1950s, the sarees in this collection aim at re living that timeless & elegant era, that is so close to the timelessness of Mukaish Embroidery. This Amethyst coloured Saree is adorned with delicate embroidery of Dancing Cranes (original Meiraas motif) on palla in a triangle flight pattern, while rest of the saree is covered with stars of Mukaish. A Gold tissue facing gives the much needed finish to this beautiful saree.
Reminiscent of the Bollywood divas of 1950s, the sarees in this collection aim at re living that timeless & elegant era, that is so close to the timelessness of Mukaish Embroidery. This Royal Blue Saree is adorned with delicate embroidery of Dancing Cranes (original Meiraas motif) on palla in a triangle flight pattern, while rest of the saree is covered with stars of Mukaish. A Gold tissue facing gives the much needed finish to this beautiful saree.
Mukaish Hand Embroidery with proper "ghutaai" - this means Mukaish embroidery has been rubbed using old technique of filling pebbles in a bottle and rubbing on the embroidery, instead of new age roller press method. This one method ensures long lasting Mukaish. In itself Mukaish is more sustainable craft that sequins or "salma sitaara" embroidery, as Mukaish never comes off, maintaing the look of the garment for much longer time.
Handloom Chanderi Dupatta woven in Chanderi, MP.
Azo Free, thrice filtered, dye
KHAYAL (mood-board): The lightly bling dupattas are an ode to the era gone by, of gossamer odhanis, delicately dusted with Mukaish embroidery, as the women of Lucknow rarely stepped out in anything that could be termed plain.
POSHAAK (about the dupatta): Handloom Chanderi Dupatta dyed in bright Yellow shade and dusted lightly with Mukaish Daana Embroidery. Perfect for gifting & wearing on multiple festive or light occasions.
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.
Mukaish Hand Embroidery with proper "ghutaai" - this means Mukaish embroidery has been rubbed using old technique of filling pebbles in a bottle and rubbing on the embroidery, instead of new age roller press method. This one method ensures long lasting Mukaish. In itself Mukaish is more sustainable craft that sequins or "salma sitaara" embroidery, as Mukaish never comes off, maintaing the look of the garment for much longer time.
Handloom Chanderi Dupatta woven in Chanderi, MP.
Azo Free, thrice filtered, dye
KHAYAL (mood-board): The lightly bling dupattas are an ode to the era gone by, of gossamer odhanis, delicately dusted with Mukaish embroidery, as the women of Lucknow rarely stepped out in anything that could be termed plain.
POSHAAK (about the dupatta): Handloom Chanderi Dupatta dyed in blush Pink/Peach shade and dusted lightly with Mukaish Daana Embroidery. Perfect for gifting & wearing on multiple festive or light occasions.
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.
Mukaish Hand Embroidery with proper "ghutaai" - this means Mukaish embroidery has been rubbed using old technique of filling pebbles in a bottle and rubbing on the embroidery, instead of new age roller press method. This one method ensures long lasting Mukaish. In itself Mukaish is more sustainable craft that sequins or "salma sitaara" embroidery, as Mukaish never comes off, maintaing the look of the garment for much longer time.
Handloom Chanderi Dupatta woven in Chanderi, MP.
Azo Free, thrice filtered, dye
KHAYAL (moodboard): The lightly bling dupattas are an ode to the era gone by, of gossamer odhanis, delicately dusted with Mukaish embroidery, as the women of Lucknow rarely stepped out in anything that could be termed plain.
POSHAAK (about the dupatta): Handloom Chanderi Dupatta dyed in lush Lilac shade and dusted lightly with Mukaish Daana Embroidery. Perfect for gifting & wearing on multiple festive or light occasions.
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.
Mukaish Hand Embroidery with proper "ghutaai" - this means Mukaish embroidery has been rubbed using old technique of filling pebbles in a bottle and rubbing on the embroidery, instead of new age roller press method. This one method ensures long lasting Mukaish. In itself Mukaish is more sustainable craft that sequins or "salma sitaara" embroidery, as Mukaish never comes off, maintaing the look of the garment for much longer time.
Azo Free, thrice filtered, dye
KHAYAL (mood-board): The lightly bling dupattas are an ode to the era gone by, of gossamer odhanis, delicately dusted with Mukaish embroidery, as the women of Lucknow rarely stepped out in anything that could be termed plain.
POSHAAK (about the dupatta): Cotton Silk Dupatta dyed in deep Sindoori shade and dusted lightly with Mukaish Daana Embroidery. Perfect for gifting & wearing on multiple festive or light occasions.
Imp: The shade is deep maroon red, however it might appear lighter in photographs. This is due to digital medium of photography that is outside our control.
Mukaish Hand Embroidery with proper "ghutaai" - this means Mukaish embroidery has been rubbed using old technique of filling pebbles in a bottle and rubbing on the embroidery, instead of new age roller press method. This one method ensures long lasting Mukaish. In itself Mukaish is more sustainable craft that sequins or "salma sitaara" embroidery, as Mukaish never comes off, maintaing the look of the garment for much longer time.
Handloom Tussar Silk woven in Bhagalpur.
Azo Free, thrice filtered, dye
KHAYAL (moodboard): Jewel toned, lightly bling dupattas are an ode to the era gone by, of gossamer odhanis, delicately dusted with Mukaish embroidery, as the women of Lucknow rarely stepped out in anything that could be termed plain.
POSHAAK (about the dupatta): Handloom Tussar Silk Dupatta dyed in Teal and Royal Blue shade and dusted lightly with Mukaish Daana Embroidery. Perfect for gifting & wearing on multiple festive or light occasions. The dupatta has crochet lace details.
Please note gemstone names to the product are given as a creative touch, for actual colour do see the photographs.
Please Note: On these dupattas, the Zari strip in the width has shifted a bit due to round frames of Mukaish embroidery; this is natural with round embroidery frames, and not a damage. The Zari borders are looking aesthetically pleasing. Please keep this into consideration before deciding to purchase.Â
Imp:
Colours like Red, Green, Blue tend to look different in different lights, that is the nature of some colours.
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.
Mukaish Hand Embroidery with proper "ghutaai" - this means Mukaish embroidery has been rubbed using old technique of filling pebbles in a bottle and rubbing on the embroidery, instead of new age roller press method. This one method ensures long lasting Mukaish. In itself Mukaish is more sustainable craft that sequins or "salma sitaara" embroidery, as Mukaish never comes off, maintaing the look of the garment for much longer time.
Handloom Tussar Silk woven in Bhagalpur.
Azo Free, thrice filtered, dye
KHAYAL (moodboard): Jewel toned, lightly bling dupattas are an ode to the era gone by, of gossamer odhanis, delicately dusted with Mukaish embroidery, as the women of Lucknow rarely stepped out in anything that could be termed plain.
POSHAAK (about the dupatta): Handloom Tussar Silk Dupatta dyed in Ruby Red shade and dusted lightly with Mukaish Daana Embroidery. Perfect for gifting & wearing on multiple festive or light occasions. The dupatta has crochet lace details.
Imp:
Colours like Red, Green, Blue tend to look different in different lights, that is the nature of some colours.
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.
Mukaish Hand Embroidery with proper "ghutaai" - this means Mukaish embroidery has been rubbed using old technique of filling pebbles in a bottle and rubbing on the embroidery, instead of new age roller press method. This one method ensures long lasting Mukaish. In itself Mukaish is more sustainable craft that sequins or "salma sitaara" embroidery, as Mukaish never comes off, maintaing the look of the garment for much longer time.
Handloom Tussar Silk woven in Bhagalpur.
Azo Free, thrice filtered, dye
KHAYAL (moodboard): Jewel toned, lightly bling dupattas are an ode to the era gone by, of gossamer odhanis, delicately dusted with Mukaish embroidery, as the women of Lucknow rarely stepped out in anything that could be termed plain.
POSHAAK (about the dupatta): Handloom Tussar Silk Dupatta dyed in sapphire Yellow shade and dusted lightly with Mukaish Daana Embroidery. Perfect for gifting & wearing on multiple festive or light occasions. The dupatta has crochet lace details.
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.
White Pure Organza Kaamdaani saree of Meiraas Exclusive motif - Amer!! To top this, there is our Exclusive Golden Trellis Rings all through the saree!! This one is a Royal Romance in a Grand Palace!!
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
- EXCLUSIVE AMER MOTIF CREATED SEEING AMER FORT, JAIPUR
- REVIVAL OF TRELLIS WORK IN KAMDAANI EMBROIDERY: A rarity, Golden Trellis, has been elusive in the repertoire of Kamdaani embroidery for over many centuries. Now this work is done for select Royalty globally, and Meiraas has got this done for you.
- PURE ORGANZA
KHAYAAL (moodboard):
Amer
The Rajasthani Floral art of Amer motif has mesmerised us, since we first laid eyes on it, during our travel in 2010. It is simple, yet an attractive motif of a flower vase encased inside an aala. The original motif is made using molten glass as paint. We always wanted to showcase this motif in a Muakish saree in exactly the manner of the original artwork in Amer Fort.
The Golden Trellis motif is designed after the round Trellis water reserve covers designed so aesthetically in Amer Fort!! It was a sheer delight to see the level of Indian Art & Aesthetic sense to even design an otherwise drab water reserve tops with such skill.
This saree is reminiscent of the Maharanis of India & their Royal Splendour. The dainty Organza or Chiffon sarees, the delicate Mukaish embroidery on them, the vintage Basra pearls around their slender necks and their regal style!! One of our most beautiful memories of a past gone by.
POSHAAK (about the saree):
Clouds of White Organza are held down with the glamour of Gold!!
Amer Mukaish or Kaamdaani Saree has Meiraas Exclusive motif of a flower vase encased inside an aala, as seen in Amer Fort. The saree has this grand and exclusive motif on the Palla. The Rest of this showstopper concept saree has dainty Mukaish daana all over.
In between these Mukaish daana however lies the real beauty - The circular Golden Trellis or round diskettes made in rarest of rare - Kamdaani Jaali Embroidery!! A one of a kind rarity!!
Imp: While the saree images here show scalloping on the palla, we will instead finish the saree with white silk selvedge only.
The saree can be dyed and made also on request in a colour patron chooses.
Storage: Please store safely in the cloth bag we provide. Air it after every few months.