2 in stock
Nakshatra Mukaish Organza Saree
₹48,000.00
This saree is Made on Order only!
Nakshatra Black Pure Organza Kaamdaani saree of Meiraas Exclusive work , The Golden Trellis with Circle Diskette & Chaand motif!! A stunning saree that celebrates forces of the Universe.
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- Revival of Trellis work in Kamdaani Embroidery : A rarity, Golden Trellis, has been elusive in the repertoire of Kamdaani embroidery for over many centuries. This work of Satkhaani jaali is now done by handful of artisans only for very select collectors of heritage crafts.
- Pure Organza Silk
KHAYAAL (moodboard):
"Summers in 1980s Lucknow meant, the whole family sleeping on the terrace at night. While one reason could be that power cuts were frequent then, another reason was its charm of sleeping under the open sky. Nani's house was a treat for me in this respect, whenever we stayed there. We would sleep under the stars, all cousins and elders around on their own charpais. Papa would take this as a moment to show me stars, planets, moon, the Milky Way, etc etc. It was fascinating & I deeply miss those innocent times. Nakshatra is a product of that reverie.
Designing Nakshatra was always a dream, ever since I started working with Mukaish craft. The stars of Mukaish say so much to me than just metallic embellishments. They remind me of shooting stars, sun shining on dewdrops, planets, forces that are beyond our comprehension, and we can only see them as glittering dots, because we are limited in our scope to understand energies. This was the thought with which I explored Nakshatra.
The Golden Trellis was the perfect embroidery to try this design intervention. I conceptualised a Celestial Trinity of the Sun, the Moon and the Planet to denote the Nakshatra and set it on a bed of stars in the sky in the form of this beautiful Organza Saree.
I wish the patron wears it in an enchanting dinner place, under open clear sky, with millions of stars, a glass of wine and good company at hand and have a soulful time to remember & cherish forever." - Vidhi, Head of Creative, Meiraas
POSHAAK (about the saree):
This dark black sky of a soft cloudy Organza Saree has the Constellation in the form of - the Sun, the Moon & the Planet in Golden Trellish Kaamdaani embroidery. These motifs are heavily on the palla only, and the rest of the body has stars of Mukaish scattered all over its vast dark expanse.
We have finished it with Mulberry Silk selvedge in same colour.
The saree has a Mulberry Silk Blouse Piece in running with stars of Muakish.
Storage: Please store safely in the cloth bag we provide. Air it after every few months.
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Noir Dark Chocolate
₹5,700.00
This shirt is Made on Order only!
A smart casual Men's Chikankari shirt in Handwoven Cotton! A true connoisseur's delight.
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- Old, classic motifs: 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.
2 in stock
Buttery Yellow Dress
₹12,500.00
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This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
- Artisan Skill Enhancement: The dresses are embroidered by our Rajnigandha unit, who were used to working on what is termed as "chaalu kaam" or fast moving Chikankari goods. They had never worked on such a skilled piece that helped them invest more creative hours & therefore earn better piece with creative satisfaction
- Paan Motif: Usage of the much less used Paan Motif in regular work also, so that this motif can be revived.
- Handloom Chanderi fabric: Making this dress a Handwoven & Handcrafted delight
Here I would also like to divulge, that at the risk of losing business, I have put my foot down on making “gowns” (whatever that means) and One Time Wears as much as I could.
For my Kalidar Dresses, I revisited some films from 1960s, where Kalidar Frocks, both Knee Length and Calf Length were worn by vintage actresses. The ease, the charm, the subtlety and the flow - I wanted that. I will especially recall Sadhana’s short one in Mere Mehboob, and Padmini’s beautiful orange one in Mera Naam Joker, in a Qawali song. Smart, easy to dress up and down, laidback and classic.
Something you can wear anywhere, anytime.
Here’s presenting a series on one of my favourite themes - Dolce Far Niente aka The Sweetness of Doing Nothing”
- Vidhi Rastogi, Head of Design, Meiraas
POSHAAK (About the Dress): Buttery Yellow Chikankari Flared Dress on Finest Quality Handloom Chanderi with gorgeous flare & very dear embroidery of Lucknow's unique Paan Boota both on front & back in absolutely same pattern. This classic piece of Old World Dress is created keeping the drama of yesteryears in mind. Wear, twirl & watch the elegance overpower everyone.
The dress comes with a soft cotton detachable slip to match. 4 in stock
Soft Rose Silk Dress
₹12,500.00
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
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This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
- Artisan Skill Enhancement: The dresses are embroidered by our Rajnigandha unit, who were used to working on what is termed as "chaalu kaam" or fast moving Chikankari goods. They had never worked on such a skilled piece that helped them invest more creative hours & therefore earn better piece with creative satisfaction
- Paan Motif: Usage of the much less used Paan Motif in regular work also, so that this motif can be revived.
- Handloom Chanderi fabric: Making this dress a Handwoven & Handcrafted delight
Here I would also like to divulge, that at the risk of losing business, I have put my foot down on making “gowns” (whatever that means) and One Time Wears as much as I could.
For my Kalidar Dresses, I revisited some films from 1960s, where Kalidar Frocks, both Knee Length and Calf Length were worn by vintage actresses. The ease, the charm, the subtlety and the flow - I wanted that. I will especially recall Sadhana’s short one in Mere Mehboob, and Padmini’s beautiful orange one in Mera Naam Joker, in a Qawali song. Smart, easy to dress up and down, laidback and classic.
Something you can wear anywhere, anytime.
Here’s presenting a series on one of my favourite themes - Dolce Far Niente aka The Sweetness of Doing Nothing”
- Vidhi Rastogi, Head of Design, Meiraas
POSHAAK (About the Dress): Soft Rose Chikankari Flared Dress on Finest Quality Handloom Chanderi with gorgeous flare & very dear embroidery of Lucknow's unique Paan Boota both on front & back in absolutely same pattern. This classic piece of Old World Dress is created keeping the drama of yesteryears in mind. Wear, twirl & watch the elegance overpower everyone.
The dress comes with a soft cotton detachable slip. 3 in stock
Tiffany’s Blue Dress
₹12,500.00
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
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This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
- Artisan Skill Enhancement: The dresses are embroidered by our Rajnigandha unit, who were used to working on what is termed as "chaalu kaam" or fast moving Chikankari goods. They had never worked on such a skilled piece that helped them invest more creative hours & therefore earn better piece with creative satisfaction
- Paan Motif: Usage of the much less used Paan Motif in regular work also, so that this motif can be revived.
- Handloom Chanderi fabric: Making this dress a Handwoven & Handcrafted delight
Here I would also like to divulge, that at the risk of losing business, I have put my foot down on making “gowns” (whatever that means) and One Time Wears as much as I could.
For my Kalidar Dresses, I revisited some films from 1960s, where Kalidar Frocks, both Knee Length and Calf Length were worn by vintage actresses. The ease, the charm, the subtlety and the flow - I wanted that. I will especially recall Sadhana’s short one in Mere Mehboob, and Padmini’s beautiful orange one in Mera Naam Joker, in a Qawali song. Smart, easy to dress up and down, laidback and classic.
Something you can wear anywhere, anytime.
Here’s presenting a series on one of my favourite themes - Dolce Far Niente aka The Sweetness of Doing Nothing”
- Vidhi Rastogi, Head of Design, Meiraas
POSHAAK (About the Dress): Tiffany's Blue Chikankari Flared Dress on Finest Quality Handloom Chanderi with gorgeous flare & very dear embroidery of Lucknow's unique Paan Boota both on front & back in absolutely same pattern. This classic piece of Old World Dress is created keeping the drama of yesteryears in mind. Wear, twirl & watch the elegance overpower everyone.
The dress comes with a soft cotton detachable slip. 3 in stock
The Awadh Blossom
₹39,500.00
We have 1 piece available in this ensemble of Meiraas. Please choose your size & we will prepare the kurta accordingly. After 1 ensemble is sold, rest pieces will be Made on Order
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1. 2 Taar Resham Hand Embroidery on
2. The Awadh Blossom motif re-created from an archived motif shown in Paola Manfredi's "Chikankari: A Lucknowi Tradition"
2. Motifs hand carved following all processes.
4. Conceptual Chikankari work, that might someday be housed in a museum of crafts, or a well researched coffee table book.
KHAYAL (mood-board):
This beautiful flower, with opening and carelessly cascading petals, appears on almost every monument in the erstwhile Awadh region, right uptil Ayodhya. Is it Lotus (less likely), is it Semal flower (but why?), it certainly isn't rose. There has been no culture of Tulips in the country, so which flower is it, that appears on every monument of note, throughout Awadh. This motif is accompanied with Matsya motif, and can be seen in all old temples & buildings of Ayodhya, the most ancient seat of Awadh. It has to have a deep cultural significance. So for now, let us name it - The Awadh Blossom.
If one goes to the National Museum, Delhi, one can also see a gorgeous Jade knife hoslter with the same Awadh Blossom carved on it. This flower was certainly significant.
POSHAAK (about the dress):
This 2 Taar Resham Chikankari Kurta Dupatta ensemble is a rarity in minimalist moodboard. Usually when it comes to 2 Taar Resham Chikankari, it is so rare, that one gets full ensemble embroidered in it. Minimalist moodboard allows patrons to enjoy this rare & precious embroidery, with a historic motif, in a more functional format.
The front of the Kurta and sleeves has an open tulip floral motif with Qasab Taar ki Jaali, the back has the re-created statement motif of The Awadh Blossom, in all its grandeur, with very intricate workmanship.
The dupatta that accompanies the Kurta has the open tulip motif too, with Qasab taar Jaali detailing.
We chose the three colour pastel embroidery on ivory base, for the 2 Taar work to stand out in a minimalist moodboard.
The Pure Georgette Silk base makes this a perfect wear for many occasions, both formal & semi formal. Some pearls or solitaires are all one needs to dress up such an ensemble.
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.
If you want pants of another style, then reach out to us at namaste@meiraas.com and we will take the conversation forward.
This post has Kurta & Dupatta (stitching & slip is complimentary) that can be shopped. Pants can be added extra, as explained above.
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Lucknow’s Pink
₹5,200.00
Please refer to Size Chart for dimensions.
You can pair this beautiful Murri work Chikankari kurta with Cotton Plain White Pants in a shade to match to make a Co-Ord set.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
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- Artisan Skill Enhancement : A rare stitch like Murri & Bijli done with the unit that is usually does bargain basement work
- Azo Free Dye
- Sufficient margins in ready to wear to enable alteration at any stage.
- Handloom Cotton fabric
- Handmade in India
- 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.
7 in stock
Aasmaani Chikankari Pants
₹4,600.00
Aasmaani Chikankari Pants are to be paired with Aasmaani Chikankari Kurta.
If you wish to purchase these pants in White, then email us at namaste@meiraas.com
Please refer to Size Chart for dimensions.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
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This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
- Artisan Skill Enhancement : Work with rare stitches and finer filaments.
- Azo Free Dye
- Sufficient margins in ready to wear to enable alteration at any stage.
- Handmade in India
- 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 Pant is available to shop from this post.
2 in stock
Aasmaani Chikankari Kurta
₹4,900.00
Aasmaani Chikankari Kurta is to be paired with Aasmaani Chikankari Pants.
If you wish to purchase this Kurta in White, then email us at namaste@meiraas.com
Please refer to Size Chart for dimensions.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Select options
This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
- Artisan Skill Enhancement : Work with rare stitches and finer filaments.
- Azo Free Dye
- Sufficient margins in ready to wear to enable alteration at any stage.
- Handloom Cotton fabric
- Handmade in India
- 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.
5 in stock
Cheeku Shake Chikankari Pants
₹4,200.00
Cheeku Shake Chikankari Pants are to be paired with Cheeku Shake Chikankari Kurta
Please note there will be slight difference in the shade of the Kurta & Pants, due to both being made from different pure cotton fabrics. Please bear this in mind, when making the Co-Ord set (see image 2)
If you wish to purchase these pants in White, then email us at namaste@meiraas.com
Please refer to Size Chart for dimensions.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Select options
This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
- Artisan Skill Enhancement : Work with rare stitches and finer filaments.
- Azo Free Dye
- Sufficient margins in ready to wear to enable alteration at any stage.
- Handmade in India
- 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 Pant is available to shop from this post.
8 in stock
Cheeku Shake Chikankari Kurta
₹5,500.00
Cheeku Shake Chikankari Kurta is to be paired with Cheeku Shake Chikankari Pants
Please note there will be slight difference in the shade of the Kurta & Pants, due to both being made from different pure cotton fabrics. Please bear this in mind, when making the Co-Ord set (check last image).
If you wish to purchase this Kurta in White, then email us at namaste@meiraas.com
Please refer to Size Chart for dimensions.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
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This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
- Artisan Skill Enhancement : Very fine Murri work all through the Kurta in a contemporary pattern and rarely seen Chikankari design.
- Work with rare stitches and finer filaments.
- Azo Free Dye
- Sufficient margins in ready to wear to enable alteration at any stage.
- Handloom Cotton fabric
- Handmade in India
- 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.
1 in stock
TaamraLakshami
₹55,000.00
This saree is Ready To Ship.
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- Resham Chikankari (Hand Embroidery Practised Since Ancient Age).
- Hand Picked Ancient Archived Motifs.
- Conceptual and Exclusive Chikankari Artwork on Zari Silk fabric.
- Handloom Zari Silk fabric.
- Museum quality Chikankari sarees that can be handed down generation to generation as a treasure.
- The saree reflects light back, making it impossible to work in full light, hence it needs perfect light setting in a room and extremely skilled artisans to make it.
- Such fabric requires enormous dexterity and a very fine level of craftsmanship, therefore the number of artisans working on it are just 1-2 only. This means it takes more time than other sarees
- Zari Taar Jaali work is extremely difficult to do on this saree; Cutting jaali by hand is a difficult and time consuming process as it is (this is why its artisans are reducing, as they demand better wages for the time and skill, which popular market is unwilling to pay). Cutting a jaali using Zari Taar filament is the toughest level, as the Zari Taar is not visible to the naked eye easily. In this case Zari Taar has been used to cut Jaali on full Zari Silk saree, making it the toughest level. This obviously commands time and best wages for the artisans involved.
