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Rooster & Kites

₹15,000.00

Meiraas Exclusive Chikankari design, Kites & Rooster, was launched in 2018 for the first time. The motif Kites & Roosters alludes of old Lucknvai culture that alluded to 'Patangbaazi' (Kite Flying), & Rooster Fight. This conceptual kurta carries a small history of Lucknow's old culture, through these motifs. The kurta shade is soft bluish grey. The Sustainability Quotient (SQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery 2. Exclusive Meiraas motifs hand carved following all processes. 3. Handwoven Chanderi 4. Conceptual Chikankari work, that might someday be housed in a museum of crafts, or a well researched coffee table book. 5. Hand dyed using Azo Free pigments 6. Ample margins provided to suit alteration & make the ready to wear last longer. KHAYAL (mood-board): The skyline of Lucknow is incomplete without the gliding silence of Kites. Watching them is a therapeutic & out of body experience. During our childhood, taking cups of tea in the evening & sitting on the rooftop & watching the gliding Kites was a popular Luckhnavi leisue activity, as was flying it. Times changed & everything became fast paced, pushing these slow activities to the back-burner. They were seen as something ancient & not quite fitting in. Still, when we meet our Lucknow friends or family, the gliding & elegant Kites make way back into the conversation with the oft repeated "Don't know where that time flew by" - Power of Silence. This motif of Chikankari is an exclusive design of Meiraas launched in 2018. POSHAAK (about the dress): Patangbaazi or the Kite Flying Ritual as it was called is shown on the Kurta with the back & sleeves showing the Rooster Motif in pastel Blue colour in Meiraas Exclusive Kurta made on Handloom Chanderi. 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, Ready to Ship

Mrigya Power of Silence Chikankari Kurta

₹15,000.00

Soft Green Handloom Chanderi Kurta with Mrigya Chikankari embroidery. Stitching of the Kurta is complimentary by Meiraas. Only SMALL and XL size is READY TO SHIP. The Sustainability Quotient (SQ):

1. Exclusive Meiraas motifs carved following all antique processes. 2. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery with rare & exquisite stitches 3. Handwoven Chanderi produced In House by Meiraas. KHAYAL (moodboard): The motifs here represent the beauty of the "graam" or village of Awadh, just on the outskirts of the historic city of Lucknow. The "mrig" (deer) following the Kastoori (fragrance) of "Mrignayani" (lady) is a poetry etched in Chikankari. This block was made by the son of our block print master. We were so encouraged to see the young generation's interest in creating such artful motifs that we adopted this motif as part of Meiraas collection. POSHAAK (about the dress): The Mrig and Mrignayani are embroidered in this Meiraas Exclusive Kurta made on Handloom Chanderi. The Soft Green shade adds a regal touch to the Kurta. 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, Featured, Ready to Ship

Bisaat Power of Silence Chikankari Kurta

₹15,000.00

White Handloom Chanderi Kurta with Meiraas Bisaat (Chessboard) Chikankari embroidery. Stitching of the Kurta is complimentary by Meiraas. Only SMALL and XL, XXL size is READY TO SHIP. 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 5.Lace detailing added by all girls unit. KHAYAL (mood-board): The Power of the Next Move!! 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. Painstaking research work was done to recreate these motif that you can read here Falaknuma POSHAAK (about the dress): Red & Black motifs of Chess stand boldly against the butter white backdrop of the Kurta - Power of Silence. The back has one statement motif of Black & Red Chessboard fitted inside a Paisley Shape to draw the Awadhi connect to the design board. The kurta is a statement conversation piece & best worn with Bisaat Dupatta or standalone. 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 Lemon 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 & Lemon 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 Lemon 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 Dupattas, Ready to Ship

Gulkandi

₹23,500.00

This product is Ready To Ship. Please see Time in Dispatch for more details. A beautiful Rose Pink coloured Chikankari Dupatta with 2 motif fusion of Miniature Peacock and Jasmine flowers along with Mukaish embroidery all over The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):

Rare & antique miniature Peacock motif
Resham Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Mukaish Hand Embroidery
2 Motif fusion pattern all over the dupatta.
Handloom Chanderi fabric

KHAYAL (moodboard): Lucknow has its own way of naming various colours; a colloquial shade chart, if you will. No one says Pink or Hot Pink over there, but we have grown up hearing names like Roohafza Gulaabi, Gajari, Rani and Gulkandi, for various shades of Pink. As soon as someone would say Gulkandi, the mind would immediately travel to the sweetness of the indigenous condiment in Paan, or in summer shakes. There was a particular, brillinat Pink shade of Gulkandi shake, that made us name this dupatta in its memory. Luckhnavis pay more attention to the feel evoked by a colour's name, than its literal accuracy. This is why Lucknow has its own way of calling shade names, which are also mentioned by the city's historian, late Padmashree Dr Yogesh Praveen ji, in his books. POSHAAK (about the garment): This brilliantly pink Dupatta has 2 motif play of antique miniature peacock, and jasmine flower in an interplay upon the buttery Chanderi fabric. The dupatta is locked using a ghaspatti & shadow bel on all 4 sides. It has a generous smattering of Mukaish embroidery, that makes it look even more beautiful. The dupatta has stitches like Orma, Ghaspatti, Hool, Phanda, Murri stitch in the Peacock motif alone!! The jasmine flower has stitches like Keel, Kangan and Ghaspatti. It is a beautiful wrap that will not be limited to be worn on Indian wear only, but can be taken on classic black coloured gowns or jumpsuits as well. Important: You can email us at namaste@meiraas.com if you wish to plan a Kurta or Ensemble with this dupatta.

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Chikankari Dupattas

Elizabeth Grande

₹26,500.00

This product is Made On Order. Please see Time in Dispatch for more details. A moon like pristine White dupatta with soft 3 colour pastel Chikankari, in two motif fusion, on handwoven Chanderi. The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):

Meiraas Exclusive Bijli Boota motif, re created using an archival motif image
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!!
Resham Chikankari hand embroidery in 3 colours. The use of multicolours takes more time & skill than single colour work
2 Motif fusion pattern all over the dupatta. Even the miniature motif is made using 3 colours.
Handloom Chanderi fabric

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 Chanderi Dupatta has three diverse colours of Pink, Yellow & Blue in one Motif, that symbolises Elizabeth the best, & as an evolved version of Jane. POSHAAK (about the garment): This dupatta is a grander version of Elizabeth Dupatta made by us sometime ago. The butter white Chanderi drape has a fusion of 3 unique miniature motifs, the Bijli boota in big & small size, and a miniature leaf petal boota. 3 soft pastel shades - Sky Blue, Lemon Yellow and Rose Pink, create each motif, even the most miniature one. The dupatta is closed on 4 sides with a shadow & ghasspatti bel in two colours. The Bijli motif has 3 unique hand cutworks in one motif - Bijli, Jaali & Hathkati!! It is simply astounding how much detailing one motif can hold. It is a beautiful wrap that will not be limited to be worn on Indian wear only, but can be taken on classic white gowns or jumpsuits as well. Important: You can email us at namaste@meiraas.com if you wish to plan a Kurta or Ensemble with this dupatta.

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Chikankari Dupattas

Pistai (of Pistachios)

₹29,500.00

This product is Made On Order. Please see Time in Dispatch for more details. Pistai is a beautiful sea green version of Chikankari & Mukaish Champaai dupatta, made on handwoven Chanderi. The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):

Rare Zari Taar Jaali stitch all over the dupatta
Resham Chikankari hand embroidery
Mukaish hand embroidery
Handloom Chanderi fabric

KHAYAL (moodboard): Lucknow has its own way of naming various colours; a colloquial shade chart, if you will. The shade chart of the colour Green you can get in Lucknow's own lingo, are endless. Dhaani, Elaichi, Khus, Panna, Aam Pana, Jaljeera, Pistai...phew the list is endless. As soon as one would refer to a Pistai colour for even textiles, the mind would wander to the sweetness of Pista Kulfi, that brings immense joy in harsh summer months, and that feeling propels to shop window for the colour that is evocative towards the said memory. Luckhnavis pay more attention to the feel evoked by a colour's name, than its literal accuracy. This is why Lucknow has its own way of calling shade names, which are also mentioned by the city's historian, late Padmashree Dr Yogesh Praveen ji, in his books. POSHAAK (about the garment): This moon like glowing Chanderi dupatta has Sea Green Resham Chikankari allover, with a fusion of two miniature motifs, the Paatra (leaf), and Champaa flowers. A generous smattering of Mukaish daana makes the dupatta glow with a wondrous & celestial light. The dupatta is perfect to wear with any neutral colour attire or same colour ensemble (last image attached with same colour kurta for reference purpose only). Important: You can email us at namaste@meiraas.com if you wish to plan a Kurta or Ensemble with this dupatta. The last image with a kurta is for reference purpose only. This listing allows only the Dupatta to be ordered

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Chikankari Dupattas

Champaai Dupatta

₹29,500.00

This product is Made On Order. Please see Time in Dispatch for more details. A moon like pristine White on White Chikankari & Mukaish dupatta on handwoven Chanderi. The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):

Rare Zari Taar Jaali stitch all over the dupatta
Resham Chikankari hand embroidery
Mukaish hand embroidery
Handloom Chanderi fabric

KHAYAL (moodboard): Champaai is a coloquial and beautiful colour name for White, and is commonly used in Lucknow's language. Champaai is used to describe anything that is beautiful, soft & pristine white, like Champa flowers. This word has been often used to describe lovely feet of ladies or their glowing complexion, by the poets of Lucknow; on the other hand, it has also been used to describe the all White on White Chikankari attire worn by a lady of society, who further decorates herself with pearls and diamonds. Her clothes are then called "Champaai Joda" (all white ensemble). While it could be said "Safed Joda", calling it Champaai makes it even more poetic, & shows appreciation for the styling done by the lady. This was the inspiration behind this soft jewel of a dupatta. POSHAAK (about the garment): This moon like glowing Chanderi dupatta has White Resham Chikankari allover, with a fusion of two miniature motifs, the Paatra (leaf), and Champaa flowers. A generous smattering of Mukaish daana makes the dupatta glow with a wondrous & celestial light. The dupatta is perfect to wear with an all white attire or any colour attire. This is one shade & look that will be a classic hand me down, and one where you cannot go wrong. Important: You can email us at namaste@meiraas.com if you wish to plan a Kurta or Ensemble with this dupatta.

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Chikankari Kurta Edit

Made on Order | Dance of the Cranes | Rose & Pistachio

₹18,500.00

This signature saree of Meiraas is Made on Order only. Please email us at namaste@meiraas.com for colour and fabric customisation. Meiraas Bestseller Chikankari design since its first launch in 2018, the Power of Silence, Dance of the Cranes motif has been one of our most requested motifs. This is a Chikankari Kurta made on Handloom Chanderi with Rose and Pistachio embroidery. The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery on absolutely novel motif art. 2. Exclusive Dance of the Cranes Meiraas motifs carved 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): The outskirts of the historic & charming city of Lucknow are equally beautiful in their rustic charm. These ancient Indo Gangetic plains are lush with greenery & boasts of one of World's oldest agrarian civilisation. Watching the emerald landscape of Awadh is a surreal experience, even more so in winters when dotted with the migratory bird population, the most notable of these being the Siberian Cranes, that never enter the city Lucknow, but stay just outside, especially in Nawabgunj Bird Sanctuary. With this concept in mind, we wanted to design motifs that glide in the night sky in a Yin & Yang appeal; we found the desirable art style of these motifs, very surprisingly, in Japan. The ancient Japanese Art style is dramatically circular in design, & it is here that we found our serendipity, the right manner to display the Nawabgunj Cranes. The motif of Chikankari is an exclusive design of Meiraas launched in 2018. Borrowing from Japanese palette, we designed the motifs keeping Chikankari stitches in mind, that best romance the gliding flight of the Siberian Cranes. POSHAAK (about the dress): The cranes are falling, gliding, flying & finally in a circular Dance of Love at the statement back, in this Meiraas Exclusive Kurta made on Handloom Chanderi. The pastel pink Kurta has embroidery in fresh green colour, making it a unique pastel on pastel play Kurta. The Kurta is accompanied by a Dupatta in Handloom Organza fabric with Gold and Silver Zari Ganga Jamuna borders. The Dupatta has a stunning Crescent Moon motif with Cranes flying atop it in two diagonal konia, and floral bootas allover the body. If you wish to add plain Glazed Cotton pants in same shade to match, you can select the same from Glazed Cotton Plain Pants and in Customer Note mention: Please make Pants to match the selected set. We will do the needful This post has Kurta (stitching & slip is complimentary) that can be shopped. Pants can be added extra, as explained above.

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Chikankari Kurta Edit, Featured

Made On Order | Dance of the Cranes | Classic White

₹18,500.00

Meiraas Bestseller Chikankari design since its first launch in 2018, the Power of Silence, Dance of the Cranes motif has been one of our most requested motifs. This is a Chikankari Kurta made on Handloom Chanderi with White on White embroidery, making it a classic & ethereal choice for all occasions. The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery on absolutely novel motif art. 2. Exclusive Dance of the Cranes Meiraas motifs carved 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): The outskirts of the historic & charming city of Lucknow are equally beautiful in their rustic charm. These ancient Indo Gangetic plains are lush with greenery & boasts of one of World's oldest agrarian civilisation. Watching the emerald landscape of Awadh is a surreal experience, even more so in winters when dotted with the migratory bird population, the most notable of these being the Siberian Cranes, that never enter the city Lucknow, but stay just outside, especially in Nawabgunj Bird Sanctuary. With this concept in mind, we wanted to design motifs that glide in the night sky in a Yin & Yang appeal; we found the desirable art style of these motifs, very surprisingly, in Japan. The ancient Japanese Art style is dramatically circular in design, & it is here that we found our serendipity, the right manner to display the Nawabgunj Cranes. The motif of Chikankari is an exclusive design of Meiraas launched in 2018. Borrowing from Japanese palette, we designed the motifs keeping Chikankari stitches in mind, that best romance the gliding flight of the Siberian Cranes. POSHAAK (about the dress): The cranes are falling, gliding, flying & finally in a circular Dance of Love at the statement back, in this Meiraas Exclusive Kurta made on Handloom Chanderi. The lace detailing on the neckline adds charm & romance to the ethereal Kurta. The White of the Kurta with its butter Pure Chanderi base is perfect to create the right drama, and yet have a classic appeal. Additional Details: Made On Order Kurta. Please select your size & we will stitch it complimentary.

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Chikankari Kurta Edit

Made On Order – Rumi Taj

₹15,000.00

Meiraas created Rumi Darwaza motif pairs with the antique Taj or the Crown miniature motif in this beautiful Almond coloured Kurta that is perfect to dress up & down for any occasion. A moving piece of art you can wrap yourself in. The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery on absolutely novel motif art. 2. Exclusive Rumi Darwaza motif carved following all processes. 3. Antique Miniature Taj booti motif on the front. 4. Handloom Chanderi 5. Conceptual Chikankari work, that might someday be housed in a museum of crafts, or a well researched coffee table book. KHAYAL (mood-board): The city of Lucknow, & its popular cultural iconography is defined by two leitmotifs; one of them is the mysterious and glorious architecture of Rumi Darwaza, that finds no parallel from any gateway in the World. The second is the interesting story of the Taj or the Crown of Lucknow, that caused a political turmoil in the Awadh Riyasat, back in the days. We wanted to create a historical piece of wearable art that capture both these iconographies in one neat creation, & the result was the moodboard of Rumi Taj kurta. POSHAAK (about the dress): This almond hued Kurta has the glorious Rumi Darwaza motif (a Meiraas Exclusive) on the back of the kurta. The front has the antique Taj miniature motif scattered on the front & sleeves. The neckline has the stunning & very complex Hathkati & Murri (rice grain) neckline. The whole kurta is made with very rare stitches like Murri, Hathkati, Orma, Hool, Bijli, Shadow, Zari Taar Jaali, Ghaspatti. It is a stunning kurta that is a wearable piece of art. Additional Details: Made On Order Kurta. Please select your size & we will stitch it complimentary. Colour customisation is possible. Please drop us an email at namaste@meiraas.com if you require the same.

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Chikankari Kurta Edit

Made On Order – Noir Rhapsody

₹19,500.00

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... The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery on absolutely novel motif art. 2. Antique quality statement Chikankari motifs used 3. Handloom Linen 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 it is has its equally stunning Pure Linen version with exemplary antique 2 taar embroidery done on antique motifs with masterclass detailing. POSHAAK (about the dress): The front of the kurta has a rich antique neckline with embossing stitches of Chikankari like ghaspatti, murri, keel, phanda, that helps the dark embroidery stand out. The back has a stunning antique motif of a psychedelic flower arrangement, that gets its dark version in rare stitches of embossing & hand cut work like hathkati with gold Zari Taar. It is one incredible masterpiece & will be the most preferred wear for almost any occasion, by simple dressing up & down of accessories. 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 linen.

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