This saree is Made on Order Only. You can email us at namaste@meiraas.com for colour & fabric customisation.
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Tulip Royale, the grand & opulent Mukaish saree with one of kind Chikankari embroidery, added as a highlight, in the regal Royal Blue hue.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Exclusive Meiraas Chikankari motifs with very skilled technical work
Museum quality motif work
Jaali embroidery cut in Qasab Taar on a larger surface than usual.
Mukaish hand embroidery
Azo Free Dyes
Silk Mark of India certified fabric
KHAYAAL (moodboard):
Tulips have captured the mind space of Art connoisseurs alike the World Over. Maybe its alluring form is the reason, or their vibrant colours, but the elegant and beautiful Tulips find themselves as the centrepiece in many works of Art, including Textiles, where they have a dominating presence in some cultures.
In Chikankari & other Crafts of Awadh, we wanted these celebrated blossoms to be represented too, as the craft seems to be made for them. Our visit to a Tulip Show in New Delhi, in February of 2024, solidified this dream.
In the same vein, Indian artists & portraitures carry a miniature frame to capture portraits of Royals. These two thoughts were married to make two blocks, that carry the thought of Tulip Royale saree.
POSHAAK (about the saree):
Let us understand this saree's highlight motif, the Tulip Miniature.
Inspired by miniature Art style of Indian portrait painters and the allure of the shape of the oval/round miniature frame, we created a block of Miniature Mirror.
Inside the mirror, we created our Exclusive, intertwined Tulips motif. This motif has stitches like Orma, Ghaspatti, Shadow, Bijli, amongst others.
However, after the Tulip was embroidered, the rest of miniature frame space was filled with very fine quality qasab taar (zari coated thread filament) Jaali, cut by hands! An exemplary feat.
This technique gives the saree a 3D Art effect, creating an illusion of colour and depth. The blue shade in each of these Oval Miniature Tulip motifs, shows three distinct shades of same blue due to the clever technique employed in embroidery.
The shoulder also has a romantic web of intertwined tulips, again showing different shades of same royal blue, due to slick technique of embroidery!
Rest of the saree is covered in Mukaish dots in Gold, along with a border detailing running all through.
It is a saree that you will love to cherish and showcase with pride, as part of your personal heirloom collection.
It is a saree that your great grandchildren or their children will someday love to show in a private visit to your home!
The saree can be dyed and made also on request in a colour patron chooses.
Storage: Please store safely in the cloth bag we provide. Air it after every few months. Do not spray perfume directly on Mukaish.
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.
This kurta is Made on Order only
An Oxblood shade Chikankari Kurta in our Noir series of exploring rich, dark shades. The Kurta is a classic in our Noir moodboard! It also amalgamates our Amer motif.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery on absolutely novel motif art.
2. Exclusive Amer Motif hand carved following all processes.
2. Antiquemotif art & layout created using hand carved motifs 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):
Amer motif was created by us in the year 2020. The motif is a replica of Amer Fort, Jaipur Guldaan art done in Molten Glass in the original monument. This motif inspired us to create a range of Amer inspired Chikankari garments, as artfully, Amer Fort is one of the most beautiful forts we have seen so far.
To add to this, Noir, is a series we had created a couple of years back, to celebrate a new dimension in Chikankari embroidery - the tone on tone dark. We started this process with Black, & since then have tried Moss Green, and now moving to explore Oxblood shade. This kind of Chikankari is the opposite of classic & ethereal White on White or pastel Tone on Tone. This is rich, decadent, sultry, elegant, mysterious & yet, stately.
POSHAAK (about the dress):
This rich Oxblood shade kurta has a beautiful ghaspatti bel neckline. It features an antique late 19th Century miniature flower vase motif, which also finds its parallel in Amer fort. This is why we picked this motif to go along with the grand Amer motif newly crafted by us.
This motif is scattered on the sleeves and front of the Kurta, and the back has the grand Amer Vase motif, along with keel bootis.
It is a beautiful, artful Kurta that is sure to turn heads and become a conversation starter.
If you wish to add plain Glazed Cotton pants in same shade to match, then please email us at namaste@meiraas.com and will get back with pant costing and payment link along with the kurta.
This post has Kurta (stitching is complimentary) that can be shopped. Pants can be added extra, as explained above.
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 Homme...
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery
2. Antique quality statement Chikankari motifs used
3. Handloom Eri Silk or Ahimsa/Peace Silk, one of the most conscious and sustainable fabrics that is thermostatic and hence all weather conducive. It ages better with use.
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 we had added one of teh conscious fabrics, Eri Silk in its repertoire, with exemplary antique 3 taar Resham embroidery done on antique motifs with masterclass detailing.
POSHAAK (about the dress):
The front of the kurta has an antique miniature floral booti scattered all over, with a fine Ghaspatti bel. The black on black rare work, on an even rarer fabric, gives it a very rich look. The sleeves have smaller floral bootis. The back has a stunning statement Floral Art arrangement. Finest and rarest of stitches in Chikankari have made this kurta come to reality.
The Quiet Luxury that Noir Homme exudes is a power dressing that is conscious, ethical and sustainable.
It is one incredible masterpiece & will be the most preferred wear for almost any occasion, and will age very well with repeated use. Being thermostatic in nature, this rare Chikankari Eri Silk kurta can be worn any time of the year.
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 Eri Silk.
Meiraas introduces Airavat! The first of its kind motifs based on our Pauranic Literature & History. The Eri Silk kurta with Resham Chikankari exudes power & mystique!
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery with very extensive use of Jaali work
2. Meiraas Exclusive motif Art - Airavat! The mount of Indra
3. Handloom Eri Silk or Ahimsa/Peace Silk, one of the most conscious and sustainable fabrics that is thermostatic and hence all weather conducive. It ages better with use.
4. Conceptual Chikankari work, that might someday be housed in a museum of crafts, or a well researched coffee table book.
KHAYAL (mood-board):
Our Pauranic Literature & History mentions many great Gods, Demi Gods, Fantastical beasts that are deified, all of whom have birthed the species that exist today on our planet. Airavat, the father of elephants, is described as an 11 trunked, three headed, many tusked gigantic elephant king, that serves as the Mount of Indra, the God of Rain and the King of Devas.
Airavat has been a part of many Dev Asur battles, and has a significant presence in our Pauranic lores. The idea to introduce Pauranic creatures in Chikankari, was birthed basis an 18th Century swatch of Sri Lakshmi goddess in Chikankari, housed in National Museum, New Delhi.
This, and an informal interviews with private collectors and ancestral artisans confirmed, that Deities of Pauranic lore, were very much part of Chikankari.
Taking inspiration from this thought, we now launch our first motif of this kind, Airavat. The one that exudes Power & Intelligence, along with humility & grace!
POSHAAK (about the dress):
This Eri Silk kurta has one of the most stunning & creative workmanship of Meiraas. The statement back of Airavat features the 11 trunked Elephant King, hand carved in our unit, & brought to life using very fine quality craftsmanship using very extensive and intricate Qasab (Zari) Taar Jaali stitch (inspired from 18th Century Sri Lakshmi swatch in National Crafts Museum, New Delhi).
Other stitches like Murri, Ghaaspatti, Shadow complete this stunning, exclusive Jaali motif!
The front of the kurta has a Star shaped motif to bring in the celestial connect of Airavat, and those stars have also been done in Jaali stitch and closed using Orma sitch. The neckline has a ghaspatti bel.
The base of this stunning Yellow Kurta is handwoven Eri/Ahimsa/Peace Silk, with work done in shades of Rust & Dark Chocolate.
This is Quiet Luxury like never before! Just like Airavat & the species he birthed on Earth, this kurta represents Power & Gravity with its conceptual motif work that connects to our history, but also carried forward Ethical & Conscious tradition, with the use of Ahimsa Silk.
It is one incredible masterpiece & will be the most preferred wear for almost any occasion, and will age very well with repeated use. Being thermostatic in nature, this rare Chikankari Eri Silk kurta can be worn any time of the year.
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 customised in any way.
This suit set is MADE ON ORDER and will take maximum 10-12 weeks to get made after placing the order. Stock quantity is mentioned to enable placing order. Dupatta shown in the photo is also made on order. In case you want quicker turn around, we can provide another Mukaish dupatta available in our stock.
Handloom Chanderi Kurta with golden dots of Deepmala Mukaish coupled with pure Organza Silk Dupatta with very rare Mukaish Satkhaani Jaali embroidery.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Very fine quality heritage Mukaish Embroidery vis a vis thicker work prevalent in the market in general.
The dupatta is a rare masterpiece in Mukaish, not to be seen anywhere.
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.
Finished with bespoke tailoring only.
Margins in garments to enable longer wear.
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 creation, and here we did it through DeepMala.
POSHAAK (about the saree): A stunning Oxblood Red Chanderi Kurta with Deepmala stars of Mukaish on the front panel and sleeves looking like glowing diyas. The back has single star Mukaish allover. This stunning Kurta is fully lined with soft cotton lining to ensure proper comfort.
The Kurta will be further paired with Golden Trellis Mukaish Swarna Paatra Organza Dupatta Mukaish Organza dupatta, making the set a head turner. Stitching of the Kurta is also complimentary by us. Please leave your size at checkout.
You can add pants to match from Glazed Cotton Plain Pants
Note: Please mail us at namaste@meiraas.com for colour or fabric customisation.
We have 1 Kurta ready to ship. Please select your size from the given chart, and mention the same in Customer Note during checkout.Â
Beautiful Grey coloured Chikankari Kurta with a finely embroidered neckline, sleeve detailing & a statement antique boota. A Kurta to wear at any time or occasion.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Old, classic motifs:Â The Kurta uses old classic motifs of Chikankari, away from the commercial market mores.
Sustainable fabric base - Handloom Linen Cotton
Bespoke stitching.
KHAYAL (moodboard): Surmai or Kohl like Grey is the inspiration behind this kurta. We wanted a less explored shade like Grey to represent overcast skies.
POSHAAK (about the dress): Surmai kurta is made in Classic Minimalist moodboard & has a fine neckline with rare Chikankari stitches. The neckline has a rare work of Kauri stitch embroidery with qasab taar Jaali stitch cut inside Kauri. This work is rarely seen.
The sleeves has a ghaspatti embroidery detailing. The back has a statement antique motif of Awadh Matsya or Fish under the Nawab Crown, making this the minimalist elegant kurta not only perfect to wear at any occasion, whether semi formal or formal, but also a conversation starter.
This is a good wear for various formal or semi formal celebrations/events.
The kurta is made on Handloom Linen Cotton.
For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.
This Kurta is now Made on Order. Please select your size from the given chart, and mention the same in Customer Note during checkout.Â
Stunning Chocolate Brown coloured Chikankari Kurta with a finely embroidered neckline, sleeve detailing & a statement boota with antique boota. A Kurta to wear at any time or occasion.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Old, classic motifs:Â The Kurta uses old classic motifs of Chikankari, away from the commercial market mores.
Sustainable fabric base - Handloom Linen Cotton
Bespoke stitching.
KHAYAL (moodboard): Dhara or Earth is the inspiration behind this kurta. We wanted a less explored shade like brown to represent one of the key elements of nature - Earth.
POSHAAK (about the dress): Dhara kurta is made in Classic Minimalist moodboard & has a fine neckline with rare Chikankari stitches. This Kurta has very beautiful Murri stitch work on the neckline, and the statement motif at the back is done in very detailed Phanda stitch.
The sleeves has a phanda embroidery detailing. The back has a statement antique round motif with floral detailing, symbolising Earth & its life nurturing properties, making this the minimalist elegant kurta not only perfect to wear at any occasion, whether semi formal or formal, but also a conversation starter.
This is a good wear for various formal or semi formal celebrations/events.
The kurta is made on Handloom Linen Cotton.
For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.
This kurta is Made on Order only. Please select your size from the given chart, and mention the same in Customer Note during checkout.Â
A Kurta straight from the memories of childhood. A relaxed, yet formal style of Kurta with side neckline, that spells elegance & class.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Old, classic motifs:Â The Kurta uses old classic motifs of Chikankari, away from the commercial market mores.
Sustainable fabric base - Handloom Linen
Bespoke stitching.
KHAYAL (moodboard):Â Our childhood memories shaped this classic Kurta, that is altogether out from the Chikankari scene now. Saanjh refers to the laidback evenings of Lucknow, when poets, authors, and men of political & creative bent of mind would gather in each others' homes (almost every day), and regale everyone with evenings full of conversations & creativity. We miss those laidback times.
POSHAAK (about the dress): Saanjh kurta is made in Classic Minimalist moodboard & has a classic side neckline with very fine museum quality neck detailing with rarest Chikankari stitches.
The Kurta neckline is made in very fine Jaali & Murri stitches on Chikankari. They are made like a flower bel in classic old style.
The back of the kurta has a miniature statement motif of Awadh Matsya (Fish) under the Nawab crown, making this kurta an excellent conversation starter. The rest of the Kurta has been left without embroidery, for the minimalist, elegant charm, that is perfect to wear at any occasion, whether semi formal or formal.
The kurta is made on Handloom Pure Linen.
For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.
We have 1 Kurta ready to ship. Please select your size from the given chart, and mention the same in Customer Note during checkout.Â
Brilliant Sky Blue coloured Chikankari Kurta with a finely embroidered neckline, sleeve detailing & a statement boota with floral boota. A Kurta to wear at any time or occasion.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Old, classic motifs:Â The Kurta uses old classic motifs of Chikankari, away from the commercial market mores.
Sustainable fabric base - Handloom Linen
Bespoke stitching.
KHAYAL (moodboard): 'Neelam se Nabh' or Sky with is blue like Sapphire, this is the mood board behind this kurta. The hue of Sky Blue is a calming, uplifting, joyous, and a must have in the wardrobe.
POSHAAK (about the dress): Nabh kurta is made in Classic Minimalist moodboard & has a fine neckline with rare Chikankari stitches. This Kurta has a lovely neckline made in shadow, kauri, murri, keel, kangan stitches.
The sleeves has a phanda embroidery detailing. The back has a statement double motif of an antique floral form that is detailed with stitches like ghaspatti, bakhiya, phanda and orma, making this the minimalist elegant kurta that is perfect to wear at any occasion, whether semi formal or formal. This is a good wear for various formal or semi formal celebrations/events.
The kurta is made on Handloom Pure Linen.
For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.
We have 1 Kurta ready to ship. Please select your size from the given chart, and mention the same in Customer Note during checkout.Â
Brilliant Yellow coloured Chikankari Kurta with a finely embroidered neckline, sleeve detailing & a statement boota at the back with Qasab taar Jaali. A Kurta to wear at any time or occasion.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Old, classic motifs:Â The Kurta uses old classic motifs of Chikankari, away from the commercial market mores.
Sustainable fabric base - Handloom Linen
Bespoke stitching.
KHAYAL (moodboard): Surya or the Energy of Sun has fuelled the imagination of this Kurta. The hue of Yellow is a radiant, uplifting one, and a must have in the wardrobe.
POSHAAK (about the dress):Â Surya kurta is made in Classic Minimalist moodboard & has a fine neckline with rare Chikankari stitches. The fine neckline has Ghaspatti, phanda, kauri, shadow detailing
The sleeves has a phanda embroidery detailing.
The highlight of this kurta is the statement back, that has a motif of Sun, which is detailed painstakingly with Qasab taar ki jaali, making this the minimalist elegant kurta that is perfect to wear at any occasion, whether semi formal or formal. This is especially a good wear for Haldi functions, along with various other formal or semi formal celebrations.
The kurta is made on Handloom Pure Linen.
For more queries, please mark a mail on namaste@meiraas.com ; we will be happy to guide you through the process.
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Wine coloured Mukaish Hand Emboidered saree in Pure Georgette Silk!! Perfect for a cocktail party & festive draping.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Meiraas created unique Flight of the Pigeons motif
Mukaish Hand Embroidery done with all heritage processes intact
Pure Georegtte Silk fabric
KHAYAAL (moodboard): This collection of sarees was originally designed, keeping in mind, the timeless glamour look of 1950s sarees of Mukaish. From Queens like Maharani Gayatri Devi, who wore much subtler version and colours of these, to legendary singers like Begum Akhtar who wore deeper & richer colours, albeit simple Mukaish, but done allover..to Bollywood heroines of that era who wore much heavier Mukaish (as most films were black & white and they wanted embroidery to show even in that camera), the timelessness of Mukaish embroidery in that era inspired these sarees. Even then, most of these sarees were made on Pure Georgette fabric to give a luxurious fall.
POSHAAK (about the saree):
This lovely deep wine coloured saree has Mukaish hand embroidery all over. The palla has the Meiraas Exclusive motif of Kabootarbaazi (Flight of the Pigeons), in a flight pattern on the palla. The saree is rich with detailing of these motifs which are very difficult to create using Daana Mukaish. The subtle & classy appeal of this saree enables it to worn to cocktail events in weddings as well as jazz evenings or formal dinner dates, by simple change of accessories.