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Rumi Gomti
₹17,000.00
White Cotton Silk Saree with Tepchi Chikankari in Turquoise colour with Stunning Embroidery of Meiraas Exclusive Falaknuma Motif of Rumi Darwaza & Fish Emblem of Awadh.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
1.) Original Motifs of Meiraas carved following all due processes.
2.) Ek Daana nuanced Tepchi Chikankari
3.) Tepchi with Kasab Jaali work in Rumi Darwaza
KHAYAL (moodboard):
The magnificent Rumi Darwaza is an imposing & inspiring presence on the city of Lucknow. The Macchli (Fish Symbol) is the identity of Awadh. Below this is the therapeutic flow of River Gomti. Rumi, Macchli, Gomti Nadi come together to create this classic piece of Meiraas.
POSHAAK (about the saree):
This Cotton Silk saree has woven bootas in the Palla. Amidst these bootas, you can see triangular waves inspired by Gomti River. On top of that is Rumi Darwaza & all along the border Macchli Boota. A true Luckhnavi saree!!
The white & blue combination (Moti aur Firoza), was a colour palette preferred by most of the royalty of India, whether in jewellery, homes or clothes.
Fabric: Cotton Silk
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Yakshi Nadi Chikankari Handloom Linen Saree
₹25,000.00
1 saree is Ready to Ship. After that is sold, the saree will be MADE ON ORDER only & will take 8-10 weeks approximately to get made & shipped. For colour customisation, please drop in a mail to namaste@meiraas.com
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
- First Brand to launch Chikankari on the most sustainable fabric: Linen
- LINEN WEAVE COMMISSIONED FOR MEIRAAS, THEREFORE FULL QUALITY CONTROL
- RESHAM CHIKANKARI (HAND EMBROIDERY PRACTISED SINCE ANCIENT AGE)
- HAND PICKED ANCIENT ARCHIVED MOTIFS/ NEW OWN CREATED MOTIFS.
KHAYAAL (moodboard):
Yakshi Nadi - The River Goddess
Yakshi is the Goddess of Love, Passion, Nurturing, Power. Yakshi is the Goddess of Feminine Power. Yakshi Nadi (yellow) is our ode to the River Goddesses, whom we consider as our Mothers since the start of time. River is much more than a water body for us, She is a celestial mother who takes care of us. Yakshi Nadi shows the amalgamation of flora & fauna that are life supported by the power of our River Goddesses. The photograph with the model holding the water vessel is a throwback to Mother Ganga and Mother Yamuna sculptures in ancient temples holding water vessels (signifying their contribution to nurture life).
Yakshi is a celestial nymph mentioned in Ancient Puranic texts and epics like Ramayan and Mahabharat. The khayal to name this collection, Yakshi came with the Temple Art of India, like Khajuraho group of temples; the celestial nymphs are set in stone in the most beautiful expressions in these temples. They have been made with such devotion and aesthetics that one can imagine them coming to life at night, and reliving the days of past glory!!
Linen as a fabric was extensively worn in almost all Ancient Civilisations. In fact some sources suggest the possibility of white on white embroidery being worn in Chandragupta Maurya's court; some ancient texts also talk of the legendary Maharaja Harshvardhan of Kashmir, only wearing White on White embroidered fabric.
POSHAAK (about the saree):
Nadi saree has the Meiraas exclusive Kabootarbaazi motif running on the palla; signifying life of flora and fauna due to the nurturing nectar that is provided by our rivers. The border is a stunning floral bel running through the saree, and the body has small floral bootis scattered all over.
Styling Tip: Like most Meiraas creations, this saree can be dressed up & down for multiple occasions, whether work wear or party wear. It has its own charm in both situations.
Please Note: Slight wrinkles are part of Pure Linen texture. Linen is the most low maintenance fabric. Ideally before draping this saree, take it out and spread it and hang somewhere at least a day before; its wrinkles will smoothen significantly. Mostly it should be worn with slight wrinkles, yet if you wish to iron the dhobi press will be fine, with a cloth on top.
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Yakshi Ra Chikankari Handloom Linen Saree
₹25,000.00
1 saree is Ready to Ship. After that is sold, the saree will be MADE ON ORDER only & will take 13 weeks approximately to get made & shipped. For colour customisation, please drop in a mail to namaste@meiraas.com
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
- First Brand to launch Chikankari on the most sustainable fabric: Linen
- LINEN WEAVE COMMISSIONED FOR MEIRAAS, THEREFORE FULL QUALITY CONTROL
- RESHAM CHIKANKARI (HAND EMBROIDERY PRACTISED SINCE ANCIENT AGE)
- HAND PICKED ANCIENT ARCHIVED MOTIFS/ NEW OWN CREATED MOTIFS.
KHAYAAL (moodboard):
Yakshi Ra - The Sun Goddess
Yakshi is the Goddess of Love, Passion, Nurturing, Power. Yakshi is the Goddess of Feminine Power. Yakshi Ra (yellow) is our re-imagination of Feminine Power in the place of Sun God - Surya or Ra. Yakshi Ra is the manifestation of Woman as Sun or Sun Goddess, the one that gives life & nurtures with her divine presence. The saree shows Floral Motifs to signify the power of Nature's birth through the energy of Sun.
Yakshi is a celestial nymph mentioned in Ancient Puranic texts and epics like Ramayan and Mahabharat. The khayal to name this collection, Yakshi came with the Temple Art of India, like Khajuraho group of temples; the celestial nymphs are set in stone in the most beautiful expressions in these temples. They have been made with such devotion and aesthetics that one can imagine them coming to life at night, and reliving the days of past glory!!
Linen as a fabric was extensively worn in almost all Ancient Civilisations. In fact some sources suggest the possibility of white on white embroidery being worn in Chandragupta Maurya's court; some ancient texts also talk of the legendary Maharaja Harshvardhan of Kashmir, only wearing White on White embroidered fabric.
POSHAAK (about the saree):
Ra saree has the beautiful floral art motifs running on the palla; In light pastel yellow colour, this looks like resplendent glow of Sun that births life in the form of flowers. The border is a stunning floral bel running through the saree, and the body has small floral bootis scattered all over.
Styling Tip: Like most Meiraas creations, this saree can be dressed up & down for multiple occasions, whether work wear or party wear. It has its own charm in both situations.
Please Note: Slight wrinkles are part of Pure Linen texture. Linen is the most low maintenance fabric. Ideally before draping this saree, take it out and spread it and hang somewhere at least a day before; its wrinkles will smoothen significantly. Mostly it should be worn with slight wrinkles, yet if you wish to iron the dhobi press will be fine, with a cloth on top.
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Nawabi Shauk – Slow Life of Awadh
₹36,000.00
The first design of our signature Falaknuma motif are these sarees. Showcased in some premium shows like Red Earth Saree Festival, Dastkar, Sanatkada, Ficci Flo & SAARC event, this saree was the game changer in bringing back stories & concepts in Chikankari Craft as an ode to Lucknow. After the debut of this concept, designers in Chikankari started exploring motifs beyond floral art. The saree was first videographed on Isha Priya Singh (@desidrapes on IG) in June, 2018 at the gorgeous Lebua, Lucknow. Isha ji participated in the video purely as a goodwill gesture.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
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- HANDLOOM CHANDERI WITH DIFFERENT COMPOSITION IN THE LOOM - this composition & style of weaving has made this Chanderi weave gossamer in feel & absolutely fantastic, unlike the Chanderi that is generally woven. It is our specialized weave. Let us call this FALAKNUMA CHANDERI by MEIRAAS.
- UNIQUE WEAVE COMMISSIONED BY MEIRAAS - explained above
- UNIQUE MEIRAAS BLOCKS - Art created from scratch. Motif Blocks drawn & chiseled by hand in ancient style. This gives more challenging & creative work to Block Artisans, who were being eliminated by many designers in favour of digital tracing.
- RESHAM CHIKANKARI (HAND EMBROIDERY PRACTISED SINCE ANCIENT AGE)
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Rumi – Celebrating the Heritage Architecture
₹18,500.00
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- The very first CONCEPT SAREE in Chikankari. This saree has Rumi Darwaza and sacred Fish Motifs of Awadh, all originally crafted by Meiraas.
- UNIQUE MEIRAAS BLOCKS - Art created from scratch. Motif Blocks drawn & chiseled by hand in ancient style. This gives more challenging & creative work to Block Artisans, who were being eliminated by many designers in favour of digital tracing.
- RESHAM CHIKANKARI (HAND EMBROIDERY PRACTISED SINCE ANCIENT AGE)
- Amber Charkha (non motorised) spun & Handwoven Soft Cotton.
- Azo Free Dyes
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Rooster & Kites
₹15,000.00
Meiraas Exclusive Chikankari design, Kites & Rooster, was launched in 2018 for the first time. The motif Kites & Roosters alludes of old Lucknvai culture that alluded to 'Patangbaazi' (Kite Flying), & Rooster Fight. This conceptual kurta carries a small history of Lucknow's old culture, through these motifs.
The kurta shade is soft bluish grey.
The Sustainability Quotient (SQ):
1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery
2. Exclusive Meiraas motifs hand carved following all processes.
3. Handwoven Chanderi
4. Conceptual Chikankari work, that might someday be housed in a museum of crafts, or a well researched coffee table book.
5. Hand dyed using Azo Free pigments
6. Ample margins provided to suit alteration & make the ready to wear last longer.
KHAYAL (mood-board):
The skyline of Lucknow is incomplete without the gliding silence of Kites. Watching them is a therapeutic & out of body experience. During our childhood, taking cups of tea in the evening & sitting on the rooftop & watching the gliding Kites was a popular Luckhnavi leisue activity, as was flying it. Times changed & everything became fast paced, pushing these slow activities to the back-burner. They were seen as something ancient & not quite fitting in. Still, when we meet our Lucknow friends or family, the gliding & elegant Kites make way back into the conversation with the oft repeated "Don't know where that time flew by" - Power of Silence. This motif of Chikankari is an exclusive design of Meiraas launched in 2018.
POSHAAK (about the dress): Patangbaazi or the Kite Flying Ritual as it was called is shown on the Kurta with the back & sleeves showing the Rooster Motif in pastel Blue colour in Meiraas Exclusive Kurta made on Handloom Chanderi.
Important: The kurta will come with a detachable slip complimentary from Meiraas, along with stitching & finishing also complimentary.
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Mrigya Power of Silence Chikankari Kurta
₹15,000.00
Soft Green Handloom Chanderi Kurta with Mrigya Chikankari embroidery. Stitching of the Kurta is complimentary by Meiraas.
Only SMALL and XL size is READY TO SHIP.Â
The Sustainability Quotient (SQ):
1. Exclusive Meiraas motifs carved following all antique processes.
2. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery with rare & exquisite stitches
3. Handwoven Chanderi produced In House by Meiraas.
KHAYAL (moodboard):
The motifs here represent the beauty of the "graam" or village of Awadh, just on the outskirts of the historic city of Lucknow.
The "mrig" (deer) following the Kastoori (fragrance) of "Mrignayani" (lady) is a poetry etched in Chikankari. This block was made by the son of our block print master. We were so encouraged to see the young generation's interest in creating such artful motifs that we adopted this motif as part of Meiraas collection.
POSHAAK (about the dress): The Mrig and Mrignayani are embroidered in this Meiraas Exclusive Kurta made on Handloom Chanderi. The Soft Green shade adds a regal touch to the Kurta.
Important: The kurta will come with a detachable slip complimentary from Meiraas, along with stitching & finishing also complimentary.
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Bisaat Power of Silence Chikankari Kurta
₹15,000.00
White Handloom Chanderi Kurta with Meiraas Bisaat (Chessboard) Chikankari embroidery. Stitching of the Kurta is complimentary by Meiraas.
Only SMALL and XL, XXL size is READY TO SHIP.Â
The Sustainability Quotient (SQ):
1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery
2. Exclusive Meiraas motifs carved following all processes.
3. 100% Handwoven Chanderi produced In House by Meiraas.
4.Higher price paid to the artisans than regularly paid wages in the market
5.Lace detailing added by all girls unit.
KHAYAL (mood-board):
The Power of the Next Move!!
Taking inspiration from celebrated Indian author, Munshi Premchand's story, Shatranj Ke Khiladi, we created Bisaat. Celebrated Indian Filmmaker, Satyajit Ray, also made a classic adaptation of this story in 1977. Bisaat or the chessboard was the biggest conversation starter in Awadh; this past legacy has been recreated on this showstopper saree.
Painstaking research work was done to recreate these motif that you can read here Falaknuma
POSHAAK (about the dress): Red & Black motifs of Chess stand boldly against the butter white backdrop of the Kurta -Â Power of Silence. The back has one statement motif of Black & Red Chessboard fitted inside a Paisley Shape to draw the Awadhi connect to the design board. The kurta is a statement conversation piece & best worn without dupatta.
Important: The kurta will come with a detachable slip complimentary from Meiraas, along with stitching & finishing also complimentary.
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White Lemon Tepchi Kurta Dupatta Ensemble
₹21,500.00
White Handloom Chanderi Semi Stitched Kurta with intricate Tepchi Floral motif Jaal work allover the front panel. The dual colour play of White & Lemon is marvellous & ethereal. The set comes with a complimenting Dupatta in same fabric. Stitching of the Kurta is complimentary by Meiraas, along with good quality cotton detachable slip. Please choose your size from the size chart uploaded
The Sustainability Quotient (SQ):
1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery
2. Intricate Ek Daana Tepchi Chikankari
3. 100% Handwoven Chanderi (Meiraas In House)
4. Higher price paid to the artisans than regularly paid wages in the market
5. Lace detailing added by all girls unit.
ARTISANAL CHIKANKARI BY MEIRAAS
KHAYAL (moodboard):
The Floral gardens of India, the Madhu Udhyaan or the Bagh-E-Bahaar is created with fine quality Tepchi Chikankari accompanied by rare Jaali stitch to give the illusion of ornate & regal gardens.
POSHAAK (about the dress): Jaali stitch with Tepchi embroidery is extremely rare combination that comes alive with gentle pops of Lemon colour. A gentle smattering of Mukaish adds understated elegance. The lace detailing adds charm & romance to the ethereal set. The Kurta will come with complimentary detachable slip & stitching on the set design.
Additional Details: This Kurta can be stitched uptil sizes S (small) to XXL (Extra Extra Large) only. Ready length will be maximum 46-47 inches approx.
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Gajari Chikankari Kurta
₹4,900.00
Imp:
1.We recommend picking Gajari Chikankari Pants, to make this a Co-Ord set, as shown in the images. To shop Pants, click HERE
2. These Kurtas will be in length range of 43-45 inches only, rest Size Chart remains the same.
Stunning carrot pink coloured Chikankari Kurta in softest of Handwoven Cotton. It is best paired with Gajari Chikankari Pure Cotton Pants, to make the whole set as a soothing, yet statement making ensemble.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
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This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
- Chikankari Hand Embroidery
- Handloom Kurta 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
- 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.
- If your size is not available, then shop 1 size larger only & put in an alteration request in checkout note.
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Gajari Chikankari Pants
₹4,600.00
Imp:We recommend picking Gajari Chikankari Kurta, to make this a Co-Ord set, as shown in the images. To shop Kurta, click HERE
Stunning Carrot Pink coloured Chikankari straight cut Pants, in Flax Cotton fabric.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
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This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
- 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
- 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.
- If your size is not available, then shop 1 size larger only & put in an alteration request in checkout note.
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Dhaani Chikankari Co-Ord set
₹6,900.00
Beautiful & functional Dhaani Green Chikankari short Kurti paired with plain pants for a Co-Ord set.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
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This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
- 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
- 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
- This listing is for Co-Ord set of Kurti + Pants
- If your size is not available, then shop 1 size larger only & put in an alteration request in checkout note.
