Artisan Skill enhancement: One of a kind tunic design with exceptional blocks that were not used for years; a delight for creative minds.
Daraz Applique work: Rare Fish Motif daraz applique work done by hand, very neatly. This reference was taken from well researched archival work housed in V&A Museum.
Exclusive Meiraas Macchli Boota on the back
MARGINS - all Meiraas Ready to Wear comes with margins to enable minor alteration; Margins are most important feature if one wishes to make more sustainable ready to wear pieces. Margins need expert hand tailoring and are neatly managed in the in seams to keep wearer's comfort in mind.
Handmade in India
Khayal: Moodboard
FISH motif is one of the most celebrated icons of Awadh's heritage & history. The Fish Emblem was sacred to the Nawab royalty of Lucknow & Awadh, and its inspiration looms large on the many architectural landmarks across Awadh, that are now seeing the ravages of time. We have already created an Original Chikankari Motif of the Fish Emblem, we now wanted to create a revival of the iconic symbol in another masterpiece art of Awadh - Daraz applique.
The Awadhi Crafts are versatile with hand arts beyond Chikankari; Many crafts like Daraz, Mukaish, Aari, Zardozi have a unique standing of their own, yet are now relegated as an add on to Chikan in their most basic & non creative form. Daraz applique is one of them.
Poshaak: (about the dress)
Meiraas wanted to bring high quality design back to Daraz artisans, therefore we got Awadhi Fish motifs created that they are still aware of but have been fairly out of practice to do it. The idea to create this motif came from some images of ancient Chikankari clothes kept in various museums & shown in well researched coffee table books. The rest of the Kurta has brilliant black bootis. The back has unique Meiraas Motif of Awadhi Fish symbol.
The Kurta has pocket detailing that makes it an elegant and practical wear.
Fabric: Pure Cotton
Kurta Style: This is single kali princess style cut straight kurta
Please refer to the last image for Size Chart to know your perfect fit.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Sufficient margins in ready to wear to enable alteration at any stage.
Handmade in India
KHAYAL (mood board):
Dopehri is a summer song of Lucknow presented by Meiraas!! Through this entry range collection of ours, we want you to step into the oasis of slow summer living of yesteryears that we are all trying to bring back collectively!!
POSHAAK (about the product):
White on White classic embroidery on a soft Cotton Kaftan Top, be it loungewear or work meetings or vacations.
Important:
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 Top is available to shop from this post.
Fabric: Powerloom Cotton
Styling Tip: Will work beautifully with Cotton Chikankari Pants or Shorts. They will work as great cover ups on the beach too.