The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):

1. Artisan Skill Enhancement: Very fine quality motif work, that involves more skilled work quality done with lesser filaments. The design layout also facilitates more skilled workmanship.
2. Amber Charkha (non motorised) spun & Handwoven Cotton
3. Azo Free Dyes

Khayal (moodboard):

“Rajnigandha Collection was born out of my love of 70s effortless and relatable genre of Hindi Cinema, and the look of the heroines of such films, who felt closer to the women in my family & around me – my mother, my aunts, my teachers – all of whom were heroines in their own life, and were changing the societal mindset, to accept women who knew their mind, could go out & work, or homemakers who needed personal time, have a life and defined choices, while taking their family along in this journey. It was an interesting time!!
Rajnigandha was especially chosen for Chikankari sarees, because they were heavily worn by women of all age groups in Lucknow, light worked ones and heavier Tepchi ones in pretty sorbet & pastel shades.
The collection is also my heart collective, as it involves Artisan Skill Enhancement at each level, along with using good quality handwoven cotton fabric, all of which are fast disappearing from Chikankari everyday sarees.”- Vidhi Rastogi, Head of Creative, Meiraas

Poshaak (about the saree):

The Paan saree has a very ornate motif work of Paan leaf & other floral jaal. This dense and beautiful motif has been embroidered to make a stunning Palla and one side heavier border that will come on the pleats, with shadow and phanda stitches.

The other side of the border is sleeker, thereby giving an illusion of balance and a flattering form, when the saree is draped.

Little scattered floral bootis carry through the saree.

It is a perfect light office/lunch/brunch/casual wear saree, yet one that will make heads turn. The drape is perfect for any weather.

Note: Colours might show slight difference in different light. That is due to nature of colour, light under which it is viewed, and various factors. Please bear these factors in mind when making the selection.