This shirt is Made on Order only!
A smart casual Men's Chikankari shirt in Handwoven Cotton! A true connoisseur's delight.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Old, classic motifs:Â The shirt uses old classic motifs of Chikankari, away from the commercial market mores, in a very functional & contemporary format.
Rarest stitches: The shirt features some of the rarest stitches like Qasab taar Jaali, Orma, Ghaspatti, Phanda, amongst many others to bring the antique art alive.
Sustainable fabric base - Handloom Cotton
Bespoke stitching - Cut perfected over many trials to make the perfect solution for men.
KHAYAL (moodboard):The artist in you..The traveller in you..The entrepreneur in you..The photographer in you..The reader in you; Advait, is for the man of discerning taste in you!
A labour of love for past 3 years, we have finally perfected the Advait Chikankari Shirt that is perfect for the man of today who loves juggling work and leisure, whether in city or out for travel.
POSHAAK (about the garment): The back of this shirt features a stunning Fish and Awadh Crown motif with very fine Jaali stitch.
The loop button detailing gives the Handcrafted shirt a much needed edge.
The fine workmanship is like a breath of calm on soothing Cotton. Once you wear it, there is no turning back!
Additional Details: The Shirt is Made on Order only. Please feel free to give your custom sizing (please specify body or garment sizing), in case you don't find your perfect fit in our size chart.
For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.
Meiraas Resham Chikankari featuring the re created archival Shahi Paan motif. The natural hue Tussar Silk Kurta has some of the finest Resham Chikankari embroidery & is an outstanding piece of art.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Old, classic motifs:Â The Kurta uses old classic motifs of Chikankari, away from the commercial market mores. The Shahi Paan motif was hand carved for Meiraas exclusively using an archival Chikankari work as reference.
Rarest stitches: The kurta features some of the rarest stitches like Qasab taar Jaali, Bijli which are hand cutwork stitches, Orma, Ghaspatti, Phanda, amongst many others to bring the antique art alive.
Sustainable fabric base - Tussar Silk
Bespoke stitching.
KHAYAL (moodboard):
Paan is a very endearing moodboard of Lucknow, let alone the rest of Bharat. Paan holds not just aesthetic value for us, but it is also considered auspicious due to its various health benefits. The betel leaf is enjoyed amongst all sections of society, and has especially been patronised by the Royals of Lucknow.
Shahi Paan, which was akin to Art rolled inside the auspicious Betel Leaf, had the paan makers of that time apply the best of their culinary expertise to create a gilauri that was worthy of the Deity of the temple, which later travelled to Royal courts. This gilauri was especially wrapped with hand beaten pure silver foil called Warq.
Our Shahi Paan motif & the kalgi adorning atop it, is an homage to those Royal Beedas of the ancient past that are still in existence.
POSHAAK (about the dress): Shahi Paan natural Tussar Silk kurta has a stunning statement back of Paan and Kalgi motif, all archival motifs, that can be seen displayed in National Crafts Museum, New Delhi. Although our motif is much bigger, as that is how hand carving happens now.
Laced with very intricate detailing, the stunning motif on the back, is balanced by a beautifully minimal neckline & sleeve line. Jasmine flowers motifs adorn the front of the kurta, making it a regal & subtle piece that is perfect for Festivities & Weddings.
The kurta is paired with Glazed Cotton pants in the same shade. It adds depth & character to classic Chikankari, & makes it a novelty, without taking away from the core essence of the craft.
Additional Details: The Kurta is Made on Order only. Please feel free to give your custom sizing (please specify body or garment sizing), in case you don't find your perfect fit in our size chart.
The Kurta will be accompanied with a pair of plain Glazed Cotton Pants in same shade as Kurta. You can choose to make a pyajama or a pant; please put this option in the customer note.
For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.
Hand Embroidered with Resham Thread on Handwoven Tussar Silk Stole certified by Silk Mark India, this gorgeous stole is adorned with Mughal motif and dyed in Watermelon Pink colour in Azo Free Dye. A completely Ethical piece of Wearable Art that supports Sustainable Fashion & Ethical Practices.
Hand Embroidered with Resham Thread on Handwoven Tussar Silk Stole certified by Silk Mark India, this gorgeous stole is adorned with Mughal motif and dyed in Watermelon Pink colour in Azo Free Dye. A completely Ethical piece of Wearable Art that supports Sustainable Fashion & Ethical Practices.
Meiraas Noir Chikankari Kurta in Bold, Black hue. The Tussar Silk Kurta has some of the finest Resham Chikankari embroidery & is an outstanding piece of art.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Old, classic motifs:Â The Kurta uses old classic motifs of Chikankari, away from the commercial market mores. This Flower Vase motif seen here is almost a 100 years old & has more of an English than typical Awadh touch.
Concept Work: Introduction of Noir moodboard in Chikankari, which will explore darker, deeper hues to push the design envelope further.
Sustainable fabric base - Tussar Silk
Bespoke stitching.
KHAYAL (moodboard):
Noir is a term used for dark or with darker shades. The term is typically used for moodboards in film making, however, taking inspiration from there, it has been used by Global Luxury houses for perfumes with deep notes. We always wanted to explore Chikankari outside the ambit of classic, and create more varied moodboards, of which Noir is the perfect one, to give depth to this beautiful needle art.
POSHAAK (about the dress):Â Noir is a Tussar Silk Chikankari Kurta in Black hue. This Kurta has a beautiful neckline of SwarnaPaatra jaali work, with Zari Taar Jaali. The front of the kurta has an old motif of Flower Vase with rare stitches & masterpiece Jaali work on one side (in place of front pocket). The same motif is present on either sleeves & back, making this one stunning & bold kurta.
The kurta is paired with Glazed Cotton pants in the same shade. It adds depth & character to classic Chikankari, & makes it a novelty, without taking away from the core essence of the craft.
Additional Details: The Kurta is Made on Order only. Please feel free to give your custom sizing (please specify body or garment sizing), in case you don't find your perfect fit in our size chart.
The Kurta will be accompanied with a pair of plain Glazed Cotton Pants in same shade as Kurta. You can choose to make a pyajama or a pant; please put this option in the customer note.
For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.
Tussar Silk catches gorgeous colours; if you wish us to dye this in a shade you prefer, please email us after you have purchased the product.If you want us to stitch your blouse with this fabric too, then after shopping for the fabric you can drop us an email at namaste@meiraas.com"Meiraas has created and re created motifs of Archival quality that speak of the heritage of this craft and the history associated around it; wearing Sarees & Suits in Meiraas Chikankari is a luxury that our patrons love to save and invest into, to create their own heritage. We also wanted our patrons to enjoy the Luxury of Meiraas Archive Quality Chikankari on an everyday or more frequent basis, or mix & match with more crafts, that is why we decided to make these beautiful statement blouse fabrics, that can be worn with any saree and on any occasion - whether workplace meetings, brunches or cafe outings, or even weddings. We hope you enjoy these Everyday Luxury pieces from Meiraas" - Vidhi Rastogi, Head of Creative, Meiraas.
The beautiful miniature motif of a twig of beautiful flowers, makes Phool Manjari a rare motif; it is also a very old motif, & such miniature motifs are not crafted now. This motif will come on front & back of the blouse. This is coupled with a small keel boota on the sleeves. The embroidery is done in white on natural Tussar base. Please get it fully lined when getting it stitched. It will work beautifully with most sarees as an added oomph.
Tussar Silk catches gorgeous colours; if you wish us to dye this in a shade you prefer, please email us after you have purchased the product.If you want us to stitch your blouse with this fabric too, then after shopping for the fabric you can drop us an email at namaste@meiraas.com"Meiraas has created and re created motifs of Archival quality that speak of the heritage of this craft and the history associated around it; wearing Sarees & Suits in Meiraas Chikankari is a luxury that our patrons love to save and invest into, to create their own heritage. We also wanted our patrons to enjoy the Luxury of Meiraas Archive Quality Chikankari on an everyday or more frequent basis, or mix & match with more crafts, that is why we decided to make these beautiful statement blouse fabrics, that can be worn with any saree and on any occasion - whether workplace meetings, brunches or cafe outings, or even weddings. We hope you enjoy these Everyday Luxury pieces from Meiraas" - Vidhi Rastogi, Head of Creative, Meiraas.
The wholesome miniature motif of Mango resting upon Mango leaves, makes Aamra Patta a rare motif; it is also a very old motif, & such miniature motifs are not crafted now. This motif will come on front & back of the blouse. The sleeves will have smaller keel motif. Please get it fully lined when getting it stitched. It will work beautifully with most sarees as an added oomph.
Golden Trellis is our heirloom collection of Mukaish work that was historically done once upon a time in Awadh region, but is not done any more. Golden Trellis is a result of, one of the many research projects we are working upon simultaneously. We know some might not see light of the day (although we firmly believe that everything can be revived if we just have the right patience and the will to keep going), some will prove to be false tales - a mirage of a narrative built for dramatic value and nothing more...but some, like Golden Trellis will be a reality that can be translated to fabric yet again, even if in a small way, even if a shadow of its one time glory...at least there will be a start.
Golden Trellis is part of the Art & Antiquities Project undertaken by Meiraas.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Heirloom Full Jaal Mukaish: While Mukaish as a craft has mostly now become an embellishment to Chikankari, we at Meiraas have been trying consistently, to introduce this beautiful craft in all its individual glory, & in more heritage yet functional ways to wear it, to increase the longevity and heirloom value of each piece. Mukaish Jaal Dupattas on Silk are stand alone Heirloom Dupattas, that are versatile to be paired with any Kurta.
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.
Handspun Handwoven Tussar Silk: Thigh reeled, Handspun, Handwoven soft Tussar Silk from the looms of Bhagalpur, Bihar has been used as a base for these dupattas.
KHAYAL (moodboard): Poetry etched in fabric, Golden Trellis alludes to the once opulent courts of the ancient royalties of India. Trellis is the jaali like window pattern, a signature architecture in heritage monuments of the Golden Era. This museum quality piece of legacy bound, wearable art will a pride for any one who owns it.
POSHAAK (about the dupatta): Handloom Tussar Silk Dupatta embroidered beautifully with the Barfi Pattern Mukaish (Chheenta Mukaish and Tiki Mukaish) all over & finished with Gold kingri gota lace detailing (not visible in images) on the daaman of the Dupatta. The dupatta shade is natural beige colour of Tussar yarn. It is a beautiful Heirloom piece that works perfectly well standalone with any Kurta - Chikankari, Banarasi, Plain Tussar, Chanderi, etc. This one dupatta is versatile to dress up and down and adds the elegance that only Heirloom Pieces can. A perfect hand me down too.
Imp: This dupatta is natural Tussar beige colour. If you want this coloured to a shade of your choice, then drop us an email at namaste@meiraas.com
The beautiful shade of Coral Red comes alive even more in this Silk Shibori stole with white Shibori Patterns of Waves.
Indian Nui Shibori Stole on Tussar Silk (Pure) fabric.
Indian NUI Shibori is a varied version of the original Japanese Nui Shibori. The Japanese Shibori is done only by hand & generally makes one big pattern on a small swatch of fabric.
In India, this method varies. The patterns in Indian NUI are drawn by hand on papern, and then sewn by sewing machine allover the fabric.
The handmade process involved here is drawing the pattern, tracing on fabric, tying & dyeing post machine embroidery, opening of all tie to reveal final product, finishing treatment (eco friendly).
Note: These days a lot of Digitally made Shibori from India is doing the round of market that looks very intricate in the first look. However on deeper 2nd look, you see that the NUI holes (made from sewing machine embroidery) are barely visible & light cannot pass through them. Therefore please bear in mind that the Indian NUI Shibori will have prominent needle marks in pattern (refer to the last image).
The names of the stoles are creative & not an indication of exact colour match with the name provided. Please bear that in mind when making the purchase.
Haldi yellow coloured beautiful Handwoven Desi Tussar Silk Kurta Fabric from the looms of Bhagalpur, Bihar. This is a must have ideal Kurta/Dress Fabric for any season, especially for festive winter occasions.
Pair them with plain Cotton Silk pants in same colour for classy monochromatic ensemble.
Styling Tip: Will pair beautifully with our The Crown Gold Zari Silk Chikankari DupattaWhat is Desi Tussar?
In India, mainly 4 varieties of silk are produced - Tussar, Eri, Mulberry, Muga. Out of these, Mulberry Silk is cultivated silk, whereas the rest 3 silks are Wild silks. This is an important distinction, this means yarn for the wild silks are obtained from indigenous silk worm species feeding on wild forest tree leaves. Tussar Silk yarn is extracted from silk worms that feed on wild forest trees and has a natural golden glow. Its weaving is centred mainly in Bihar, Jharkhand and Chattisgarh. Please note like all Tussar Silk, this is Wild Silk, handspun, thigh reeled and Handwoven. Desi Tussar is just a colloquial term used by weavers of Bhagalpur, Bihar to indicate towards the purest variety of woven Tussar Silk yardage. The same fabric and process will be called Kosa Silk if woven in Chattisgarh. The silk you are seeing here is therefore the purest variety of Handloom Tussar Silk. Desi Tussar term is just used here for colloquial purpose.
FROM THE VAULT COLLECTIVE
Chandrakala is our final firm foray into the World of Aari & Zardozi art of Lucknow. We always wanted to do this art, but only for Museum Quality wearable art pieces, & nothing less!! Chandrakala is just that.
KHAYAL (moodboard):
Chandrakala, or the art of crafting Moon, is a labour of extensive research we did before launching this Vault Collective Zardozi Dupatta, crafted in Lucknow. We visited the museums of Jaipur, & in one of them saw a Red silk odhani, with Moons crafted on it with Real Gold dabka wires. The antique dupatta was torn at some places, telling stories of a once glorious past, but was carefully preserved in the Museum. It was reaching out to us with a gaze that was almost saying "Resurrect Me!!". That was the moment we decided this will be our first Zardozi Dupatta. We could not photograph the Dupatta, & neither creating the exact replica was in our minds. We did have a Chikankari motif, an old one, that had a beautiful Chaand border (see here Chaand Mayur Dhanlakshami Chanderi Saree). We decided to re create a format of that antique motif that was so reminiscent of the Maharani's Dupatta we saw, that we made a Zardozi "khaaka" out of it. The fabric used was pure Handwoven Tussar Silk to create that Regal journey!! - Vidhi Rastogi, Head of Creative, MeiraasÂ
POSHAAK (about the saree):
Chandrakala Dupatta is made on Handwoven Tussar Silk that is certified by Silk Mark of India. The fabric is supple and perfect to hold and add to the grace of the regal work on it. The border is embroidered with a beautiful & unique Chaand Border (read above), and has been embroidered using both Silver & Golden Dabka wires. The Dabka is extremely fine quality, please use Zoom to see the intricate detailing. The 4 side heavy border is complemented with small flower bootis in the body. To take this further, the dupatta is finished with Handwoven Gold Pure Zari Silk selvedge detailing, to make it one of a kind outstanding Dupatta.
It is perfect as a one time investment to take on Lehengas, Kurtas, as a Light Shawl on sarees. This is a perfect gift for a new Bride as well, she will cherish it forever and pass on her legacy to her future generations.
Important: 1 Dupatta is Ready to Ship.
This saree is MADE ON ORDER and will take maximum 13 weeks to get made after placing the order. Stock quantity is mentioned to enable placing order.
Please email us at namaste@meiraas.com for Colour & Fabric (Pure Georgette Silk, Pure Chiffon, Handloom Mulberry Silk, etc) customisation.
Gorgeous Mustard Tussar Silk Saree with allover dense Mukaish Embroidery. The saree is a class apart piece of art & an Heirloom Collectible!!
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Very fine quality heritage Mukaish Embroidery vis a vis thicker work prevalent in the market in general
Full ghutaai (rubbing the Mukaish) process in the traditional manner followed to make the work high quality & finished. Please note this process is most ignored or loosely done to cut costs.
High quality dye
Finished with expert tailoring only.
KHAYAL (moodboard): Deepmala translates to a "Garland of Diyas" or Earthen lamps, one of the most therapeutic and energising sights of Deepawali festival. There is not one soul who can say that the lit rows of Diyas with their soulful flame does not invoke a sense of calmness, positivity, love and joy. It is one of those moments of joy that is not ephemeral. Do you know why? Because the silent flame of the Diya makes you realise that this is how your Aatman is inside your Body. The realisation brings the relativity & connectivity!! We wanted to capture the glow of Diyas on a Diwali night through a Mukaish saree, and here we did it through DeepMala.
POSHAAK (about the saree): Beautiful supple Tussar Silk saree has been adorned with innumerable stars of Mukaish. This is a very high quality handcrafted Mukaish saree, unlike most of work that is now available in the market. Each dot of Mukaish has been finely rubbed to make them settle properly in the fabric & invoke beautiful lustre. The saree is dyed a lovely shade of Mustard Yellow & finished with Gold Zari Gota Lace (tested & pure).
Note: Please mail us at namaste@meiraas.com for colour customisation.