2 in stock

Zou Bisou Olive Chikankari Dress

₹14,500.00

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. Imp:

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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Chikankari Ready to Wear, Dopehri

Shiuli Yellow

₹3,300.00

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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1 in stock

Dopehri

Aamra Manjari Peela

₹7,900.00

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 CHIKANKARI KHAYAL (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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3 in stock

Dopehri

Nawabi Rose Chikankari Cotton Kurta

₹6,500.00

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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3 in stock

Dopehri

Patta Boota Cotton Tunic & Palazzo Set

₹10,500.00

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, Meiraas POSHAAK (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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Chikankari Kurta Edit

Orange Biskoot Chikankari Cotton Kurta Fabric

₹7,700.00

Please note that these kurta fabrics are made in a way that they can be stitched for both Men & Women. For Men, this Kurta fabric can be used to fit Sizes - S, M, L only, for a standard knee length Kurta. Pastel peachy orange Pure Cotton self pattern Kurta Fabric with Fine Chikankari embroidery done using heritage motifs from our unit (please read full description). The Sustainability Quotient (SQ): 1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery 2. Handpicked heritage value motifs 3. Top quality pure cotton fabric KHAYAL (moodboard): Orange Biskoot or Biscuit reminds me of a bakery in Lucknow (confused whether Good Bakery or Burma Bakery), that made these subtle orange flavoured nankhatai sort of biscuits. The colour had a hint of orange, and they tasted very subtly of the orange flavour, like just about. They were my favourites back then. Gradually either they stopped being made, or newer bakeries came up with truffles and what not, we did grow apart; yet the memory lingers - Vidhi Rastogi, Head of Creative, Meiraas POSHAAK (about the dress): Beautiful peach coloured Kurta Fabric in Pure Jacquard Cotton anointed with embroidery just a shade darker. The Chikankari motif used here is a heritage one, and rarely seen. The back has a single motif of Phool with the precious Sunehre Kasab ki taar jaali. The sleeves also have the back motif one each on either sleeve. Rest of the Kurta is plain, so that both self pattern fabric & Chikankari on it can neatly shine through. The Chikankari is Resham and will be 3 taar. This kurta fabric is a good way to wear heritage motifs in classical Awadhi style, and most importantly for everyday wear, not just occasion wear. Please Note: Only Kurta Fabric is available to shop from this post. If you want us to stitch it for you, then drop in a mail at namaste@meiraas.com and our team will assist you further.

1 in stock

Dopehri

Bel Sharbat Chikankari Kala Cotton Kurta

₹5,500.00

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.
KALA COTTON - Meiraas has used Organic Kala Cotton for the first time for Chikankari. This fabric was made into a personal dress for the founder and extensively tested for more than a year, before more yardage was ordered to plan Dopehri Kurta. The designing has been done in a manner that it makes Kala Cotton and Chikankari a part of more wardrobes.
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!! Bel Sharbat is a refreshing home made summer cooler in almost all Lucknow homes. Bel is an extremely nutritious fruit, and in the month of May this extremely juicy fruits starts falling from the trees, unable to hold its weight due to the nectar bursting inside. Smaller than a melon, and bigger than a lemon, the pastel peach insides of the fruit are soaked in water and the juice is extracted as a slow process. Pre Cola and packaged drinks onslaught, these home made healthy beverages formed the summer staple of every Lucknow Dopehri. POSHAAK (about the product): This beautiful Handwoven Kala Cotton dress has an asymmetrical hemline, making it very versatile to wear it as a dress also. The stylish cut sits beautifully with Pyjamas, Pants or Shararas. Beautiful and nuanced floral Chikankari motifs decorate the neckline and body with subtle hint of elegance. The back has a stunning bel boota. The super fine stitches used are - Ghaspatti, Bijli, Phanda, Pechni, most embossing stitches to help them stand out on Kala Cotton. The shade of the Kurta: Pastel Peach 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: Handloom Kala Cotton (Organic Indigenous Cotton from Kutch, Gujarat). Styling Tip: Please see last two image for the beautiful pairing with Emma Chikankari Kota Doria Dupatta. Emma is one shade lighter than the Kurta shade, enabling an interesting shaded pairing.

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5 in stock

Dopehri

Matsya Chikankari & Daraz Cotton Kurta

₹7,900.00

THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):

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
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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3 in stock

Dopehri

Crème Chikankari Flared Pants

₹4,500.00

Please check last image for Size Chart to find your perfect fit. THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):

Sufficient margins to enable little alteration
Cotton purchased from top quality sources only, as they maintain basic hygiene and sustainability benchmarks mandated by the government.
Handmade in India
Azo Free Dyes

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): Soft cotton Chikankari Pants with ghaspatti, shadow phanda hand embroidery and crochet lace details These gorgeous Creme Flared Pants are ankle to calf cut & have no elastic & only fabric drawstring tie up, so waistline in size chart is maximum waist size this can be worn in. 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 Pants is available to shop from this post.

Fabric: Powerloom Cotton Styling Tip: Will work beautifully with any pastel kurta, but will add to the charm of Zou Bisou French Flared Dress

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Dopehri

Kairi Chikankari Palazzo Pant

₹2,100.00

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.
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): This White cotton essential Palazzo Pant is made in the traditional - Khada Pyajama - style. It has a long paisley motif on the ankles. For new Meiraas patrons: The pant is made in soft Cotton and has an elasticised waistband with fabric drawstring. To know your perfect waist size see the waist size on the size chart and add 4 inches to it, this will be the exact waist size when the band stretches. Rest of the measurements will be exactly as per size chart. For returning Meiraas patrons: Please choose the size you always take. The shade of the Pant: White 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 Palazzo Pant is available to shop from this post.

Fabric: Pure Cotton Styling Tip: Pair with any Meiraas Kurta.

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4 in stock

Dopehri

Ambi Chikankari Palazzo Pant

₹2,100.00

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.
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): This White cotton essential Palazzo Pant is made in the traditional - Khada Pyajama - style. It has a small paisley motif on the ankles. For new Meiraas patrons: The pant is made in soft Cotton and has an elasticised waistband with fabric drawstring. To know your perfect waist size see the waist size on the size chart and add 4 inches to it, this will be the exact waist size when the band stretches. Rest of the measurements will be exactly as per size chart. For returning Meiraas patrons: Please choose the size you always take. The shade of the Pant: White 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 Palazzo Pant is available to shop from this post.

Fabric: Pure Cotton Styling Tip: Pair with any Meiraas Kurta.

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Rang Deenhi

Tart Cotton Shibori Kurta

₹5,500.00

The Tunic is semi stitched. We can stitch it complimentary. To avail the same, please leave your size at the check out after seeing the Size Chart (not Sizing Guide). Khayal (mood-board) "Chaap Tilak" from which we have borrowed the words Rang Deenhi is a poem by Ameer Khusrou composed in 14th Century. This poem is the few he composed in Awadhi language. Rang Deenhi (coloured me) is an Awadhi term that denotes absolute surrender in love. The love can be for a person or an energy, but the feeling is of absolute and unconditional surrender to the love. Taking inspiration, we have created original Shibori motifs from Ancient Indian Flower Art palette, a design breakthrough in Indian style of Shibori. The colour palette is kept Soft, Deep, Vibrant to symbolise shades of love. Poshaak (About the garment) Pure Soft Cotton adorned with Floral Art motifs, dyed in non toxic Azo Free dyes. This is a Semi Stitched Kurta/Dress with crochet lace detailing. The dress needs no lining. P.S: Please note that while the Size Chart mentions Chikankari Top, this is a Shibori Kurta only. The size chart is our standard Tunic size chart.

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