Imp: 1.We recommend picking Jamuni Chikankari Pants, to make this a Co-Ord set, as shown in the images. To shop Pants, click HERE2. These Kurtas will be in length range of 43-45 inches only, rest Size Chart remains the same.
Beautiful lilac coloured Chikankari Kurta in softest of Handwoven Cotton. It is best paired with Jamuni Chikankari Pure Cotton Pants, to make the whole set as a languid, summer song.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
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
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):
Jamuni - One of the favourite shades of ours, Jamuni evokes the slow memories of a lilac & Indian berries filled fresh summer. This beautiful Chikankari embroidered Kurta is in very soft handwoven cotton. It features a V collar neckline, with ghaspatti embroidery around it. The rest of the kurta has 2 miniature motif play, of Paan & Phool boota, with stitches like orma, phanda, ghaspatti, etc.
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 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.
Imp:We recommend picking Jamuni Chikankari Kurta, to make this a Co-Ord set, as shown in the images. To shop Kurta, click HERE
Beautiful lilac coloured Chikankari Oreb cut Pants, in Flax Cotton fabric.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Pure Cotton Fabric
Bespoke Tailoring with unique cut
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
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):
Jamuni - One of the favourite shades of ours, Jamuni evokes the slow memories of a lilac & Indian berries filled fresh summer. This beautiful Chikankari pant is a stylish oreb cut pant, that provides better fit, along with side slit detailing on the ankles. The pants also have the 2 miniature motif embroidery of Paan & Phool boota in same stitches as the Jamuni Chikankari Kurta
If taken together, both the Kurta & Pants in Jamuni will make a slow, languid summer song.
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 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.
Imp: 1.We recommend picking Gajari Chikankari Pants, to make this a Co-Ord set, as shown in the images. To shop Pants, click HERE2. 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):
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
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):
Gajari - Oh the love for that fresh carrot juice hue!! Lucknow seemed to be obsessed with this hue of pink/red, at one point of time. We wanted to re-create this gorgeous shade from the past. This beautiful Chikankari embroidered Kurta is in very soft handwoven cotton. It features the classic straight cut with kurta patti. The stylish embroidery cascades down from one shoulder, with stitches like orma, ghaspatti, phanda, etc.
Just wearing this kurta, paired with Gajari Chikankari Pants will be perfect attire for workplace, movies, lunch with friends, shopping trips et al.
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 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.
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):
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
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):
Gajari - Oh the love for that fresh carrot juice hue!! Lucknow seemed to be obsessed with this hue of pink/red, at one point of time. We wanted to re-create this gorgeous shade from the past. This gorgeous jaal embroidered Chikankari Pant in Gajari Red, features a trellis pattern with florals in between each trellis shape. The embroidery is sone in stitches like orma, keel phanda, to help them stand out.
Just wearing this pant as a set, paired with Gajari Chikankari Kurta will be perfect attire for workplace, movies, lunch with friends, shopping trips et al.
The pants are straight cut, with comfortable elastic on front & back, along with drawstring.
Please Note: There might be minor anomalies in hand dyeing on hand embroidery. This is the nature of hand dyeing and particular shades.
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 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.
Imp: We recommend picking Miniature Art Chikankari Pants, to make this a Co-Ord set, as shown in the images. To shop Pants, click HERE
Classic Natural White on White Chikankari Kurta in softest of Handwoven Cotton. It is best paired with Miniature Art Chikankari Pure Cotton Pants, to make the whole set as a languid, summer song.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Handloom Kurta Fabric
Bespoke Tailoring
Margins given in each garment to ensure sustainability in ready to wear
Only hand carved Chikankari motifs were used
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):
This beautiful Chikankari embroidered Kurta is in very soft handwoven cotton. It features a V collar neckline, with ghaspatti embroidery around it. The rest of the kurta has 2 miniature motif play, of Paan & Phool boota, with stitches like orma, phanda, ghaspatti, etc.
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 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.
Imp:We recommend picking Miniature Art Chikankari Kurta, to make this a Co-Ord set, as shown in the images. To shop Kurta, click HERE
Classic Natural White on White Chikankari Oreb cut Pants, in Flax Cotton fabric.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Pure Cotton Fabric
Bespoke Tailoring with unique cut
Margins given in each garment to ensure sustainability in ready to wear
Only hand carved Chikankari motifs were used
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):
This beautiful White on White Chikankari pant is a stylish oreb cut pant, that provides better fit, along with side slit detailing on the ankles. The pants also have the 2 miniature motif embroidery of Paan & Phool boota in same stitches as the Miniature Art Chikankari Kurta
If taken together, both the Kurta & Pants will make a slow, languid summer song.
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 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.
Imp: We recommend picking Floral Vine Chikankari Pants, to make this a Co-Ord set, as shown in the images. To shop Pants, click HERE
Classic Natural White on White Chikankari Kurta in softest of Handwoven Cotton. It is best paired with Floral Vine Pure Cotton Pants, to make the whole set as a soothing, yet statement making ensemble.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Handloom Kurta Fabric
Bespoke Tailoring
Margins given in each garment to ensure sustainability in ready to wear
Only hand carved Chikankari motifs were used
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):
This beautiful Chikankari embroidered white on white Kurta is made in very soft handwoven cotton. It features the classic straight cut with kurta patti. The stylish embroidery cascades down from one shoulder, with stitches like orma, ghaspatti, phanda, etc.
Just wearing this kurta, paired with Floral Vine Chikankari Pants will be perfect attire for workplace, movies, lunch with friends, shopping trips et al.
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 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.
Imp:We recommend picking Vine Chikankari Kurta, to make this a Co-Ord set, as shown in the images. To shop Kurta, click HERE
Classic White on White Chikankari straight cut Pants, in Flax Cotton fabric.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Pure Cotton Fabric
Bespoke Tailoring
Margins given in each garment to ensure sustainability in ready to wear
Only hand carved Chikankari motifs were used
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):
This gorgeous jaal embroidered white on white Chikankari Pant, features a trellis pattern with florals in between each trellis shape. The embroidery is sone in stitches like orma, keel phanda, to help them stand out.
Just wearing this pant as a set, paired with Vine Chikankari Kurta will be perfect attire for workplace, movies, lunch with friends, shopping trips et al.
The pants are straight cut, with comfortable elastic on front & back, along with drawstring.
Please Note: There might be minor anomalies in hand dyeing on hand embroidery. This is the nature of hand dyeing.
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
A summer fresh Green Chikankari dress in Kala Cotton Handloom fabric.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Organic Kala Cotton Handloom 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
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!!
Khus Sharbat is a refreshing home made summer cooler in almost all Lucknow homes. Khus or Vetiver, quite literally, defines Lucknow Dopehri. It is the essence of Lucknow. These fragrant roots are not only used as a natural room coolant or parfum, they are also used to extract fragrant and fresh summer drink.
POSHAAK (about the product):
This beautiful Handwoven Kala Cotton dress has an asymmetrical hemline, making it very versatile to wear it as a dress also. The stylish cut sits beautifully with Pyjamas, Pants or Shararas.
Beautiful and nuanced floral Chikankari motifs decorate the neckline and body with subtle hint of elegance. The back has a stunning bel boota. The super fine stitches used are - Ghaspatti, Bijli, Phanda, Pechni, most embossing stitches to help them stand out on Kala Cotton.
The shade of the Kurta: Green
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 Dress 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.
A stunning bright Yellow coloured Chikankari Cotton Kurta, after Khus & Gulaab; this one is Haldi.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Pure Cotton 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
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):
Haldi - the much revered hue of our culture, Turmeric Yellow infuses a surge of energy, especially during dull, drab months.
This bright Yellow Chikankari Kurta made on soft cotton has a Round and V neck design, showing beautiful décolletage, and comfortable in the sweltering months.
The neck has lovely embroidery, while the rest of the body has pleasant floral scattered motifs.
The back of the Kurta has small bootis scattered at a distance.
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 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.
Please refer to Size Chart and not sizing guide to know your perfect fit.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Artisan Skill enhancement: One of a kind tunic design with exceptional blocks that were not used for years; a delight for creative minds.
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.
Successful replication of Nawabi neckline that has not been used for many years, we brought this old world charming neckline back and adapted it for women's wear.
Handloom Cotton very fine count
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):
Nawabi is a tunic designed taking references from Bengal style neckline that was very much in vogue right uptil 70s. Largely used for mens' fashion in the past, we have made the design gender neutral by creating it for women.
This is very fine count Amber Charkha spun and Handloom Cotton Chikankari Kurta with beautiful chanapatti, shadow, phanda (hand cutwork) stitches, with Mother of Pearl button detailing.
The shade of the Kurta: ROSE
Rose like the wine - Rose!! Beautiful subtle pink for laidback summer afternoons with chilled rose in glass flutes.
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 Kurta is available to shop from this post.
Fabric: Fine Count very soft Amber Charkha Spun & Handwoven Cotton
Styling Tip: Will work beautifully with Crème Chikankari Flared Pants
Gorgeous Pink Fine Chikankari & Mukaish Kurta Dupatta set in Handloom Chanderi. Stitching of the Kurta is complimentary by Meiraas, along with cotton detachable slip.
We just have 1 piece that can be made in Size S-XXL; kindly leave your size in Customer Note, as per our size chart.
The Sustainability Quotient (SQ):
1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery
2. Hand Block motifs hand carved following all processes
3. Handloom Chanderi
ARTISANAL CHIKANKARI BY MEIRAAS
KHAYAL (moodboard): Kannauji Gulaab is revered for its sharp yet subtle fragramce of Pink Roses, that was used to make Rose essential oils & perfumes since most ancient times, to this date. The romance associated with sharply pink and extremely fragrant roses of Kannauj, shaped our moodboard for this kurta dupatta set
POSHAAK (about the dress): This gorgeous pink Kurta has a beautiful Floral jaal on the front daaman panel, the rest of kurta has small beautiful floral bootis, and the sleeve has a lovely floral creeper detailing. The dupatta also has small floral bootis to match. A gentle smattering of Mukaish adds the starry charm to this visage. The lace 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.
Regal Peach coloured Boteh (boota) Kurta Dupatta set with running floral motif on the front body. The back has small floral bootis to give an overall neat look to the ensemble. A Chanderi dupatta matches the floral bootis on the body the kurta back. Lace detailing adds to the beauty of the ensemble.
Stitching of the Kurta is complimentary by Meiraas, along with cotton detachable slip.
We have just 1 piece in this ensemble that can be made from S - XXL, so leave your size in the Customer Note, as per our size chart given.
The Sustainability Quotient (SQ):
1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery
2. Antique hand carved wooden hand block motif printing, following all processes
3. Handloom Chanderi fabric
ARTISANAL CHIKANKARI BY MEIRAAS
KHAYAL (moodboard): Boteh or Boota is the backbone of the crafts of India. Revered globally since the most ancient times, the Indian art of Boteh making, that captures vivid imagination into a miniature art form, which is repeated as a pattern on the gossamer fabrics, has captured the design ideology of fashion, Worldover.
POSHAAK (about the dress): Boteh or Boota of a floral miniature adorns the beautiful Blush Peach Kurta all over the front panel, along with neck detailing. The rest of the body & dupatta has smaller miniature motifs to balance out the minimalist, classy look. A gentle smattering of Mukaish adds the starry charm to this visage. The lace adds charm & romance to the ethereal set. The Kurta will come with complimentary detachable slip & stitching.
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.
Please refer to Size Chart and not sizing guide to know your perfect fit. Please note more inventory of these Kurtas is arriving in a few days; if you are unable to find your size, do not worry, simply drop us an email at namaste@meiraas.com and we will send you a payment link and book your piece.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Artisan Skill enhancement: One of a kind tunic design with exceptional blocks that were not used for years; a delight for creative minds.
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.
Top quality cotton fabric used, that is sourced from top mills of India; This ensures basic sustainability initiatives undertaken by such companies, like Rain Water Harvesting facility to help recycle water for spinning cotton yarn.
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):
Gulaab - Pink has always been an uplifting hue for Indians. The legendary fashion editor of Vogue, Diana Vreeland once commented "Pink is the Navy Blue of India", denoting the significance the hue has for Indians.
While Pink is often pigeonholed as feminine in Western parlance, in India the feminine energy has deep significance since ancient period.
We equate feminine energy with grace, softness, nurturing ability that can appreciate art and aesthetics. Pink is the colour of Lotus and Rose for us. The feminine energy that gave these qualities was held in high esteem by men of Ancient India too, and hence was embraced by them.
This is why Pink is important hue for India.
This Pastel Rose Pink Chikankari Kurta made on soft cotton has a Round and V design, showing beautiful décolletage, and comfortable in the sweltering months.
The neck has beautiful embroidery, while the rest of the body has lovely scattered motifs.
The back of the Kurta has small bootis scattered at a distance.
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
Please refer to Size Chart and not sizing guide to know your perfect fit.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Artisan Skill enhancement: One of a kind tunic design with exceptional blocks that were not used for years; a delight for creative minds.
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.
KALA COTTON - Meiraas has used Organic Kala Cotton for the first time for Chikankari. This fabric was made into a personal dress for the founder and extensively tested for more than a year, before more yardage was ordered to plan Dopehri Kurta. The designing has been done in a manner that it makes Kala Cotton and Chikankari a part of more wardrobes.
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!!
Bel Sharbat is a refreshing home made summer cooler in almost all Lucknow homes. Bel is an extremely nutritious fruit, and in the month of May this extremely juicy fruits starts falling from the trees, unable to hold its weight due to the nectar bursting inside.
Smaller than a melon, and bigger than a lemon, the pastel peach insides of the fruit are soaked in water and the juice is extracted as a slow process. Pre Cola and packaged drinks onslaught, these home made healthy beverages formed the summer staple of every Lucknow Dopehri.
POSHAAK (about the product):
This beautiful Handwoven Kala Cotton dress has an asymmetrical hemline, making it very versatile to wear it as a dress also. The stylish cut sits beautifully with Pyjamas, Pants or Shararas.
Beautiful and nuanced floral Chikankari motifs decorate the neckline and body with subtle hint of elegance. The back has a stunning bel boota. The super fine stitches used are - Ghaspatti, Bijli, Phanda, Pechni, most embossing stitches to help them stand out on Kala Cotton.
The shade of the Kurta: Pastel Peach
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 Kurta is available to shop from this post.
Fabric: Handloom Kala Cotton (Organic Indigenous Cotton from Kutch, Gujarat).
Styling Tip: Please see last two image for the beautiful pairing with Emma Chikankari Kota Doria Dupatta. Emma is one shade lighter than the Kurta shade, enabling an interesting shaded pairing.
Please refer to Size Chart and not sizing guide to know your perfect fit. Please note more inventory of these Kurtas is arriving in a few days; if you are unable to find your size, do not worry, simply drop us an email at namaste@meiraas.com and we will send you a payment link and book your piece.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Artisan Skill enhancement: One of a kind tunic design with exceptional blocks that were not used for years; a delight for creative minds.
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.
Top quality cotton fabric used, that is sourced from top mills of India; This ensures basic sustainability initiatives undertaken by such companies, like Rain Water Harvesting facility to help recycle water for spinning cotton yarn.
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):
Khus - the hue associated with ancient Awadh!! Khus!!
The essence of Khus is difficult to describe, unless experienced firsthand. However, if one has to, then this grass, that throws the most pleasant fragrance, when sprinkled with water, is the feeling one gets when donning a Chikankari Kurta in scorching summers, sitting indoors, and reading a book with soft music and eating Kulfi.
Khus is that romance that is indigenous to Lucknow, and to Awadh. This Kurta has been lovingly given this beautiful Pastel yet deeper green hue to denote our expression for Khus - fresh and romantic!!
The Khus Green Chikankari Kurta made on soft cotton has a Round and V design, showing beautiful décolletage, and comfortable in the sweltering months.
The neck has beautiful embroidery, while the rest of the body has lovely scattered motifs.
The back of the Kurta has small bootis scattered at a distance.
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
The Royale Ensemble!! Each inch of this dreamy white vision is covered in most intricate & detailed stitch that the masterclass Chikankari craft can produce!! The angel is in the details, & the details of this ensemble has to be seen to be believed in each nook & corners & borders of this dreamy fabric fantasia.
Jaali work is cut allover the front & back of the kurta with intricate neckline details with Jaali Cutwork. The dupatta has rich "daaman" borders & bootas scattered in between.
More words will not do justice to this labour of love as the images can do, so we will urge you to simply lose yourself in this White Vision!! There are 11 images in all of the ensemble.
Pristine White Pure Georgette 2 Taar Semi Stitched Chikankari Kurta Dupatta set. This can be stitched on request, or purchased as it is.
Before making this Art Investment, here are few details we have put together for you:
Understand 2 Taar Concept:
Any Hand Embroidery is done with 5-6 Taar (filament of embroidery thread).
Chikankari is mostly done with 4-5 Taar (filament of embroidery thread).
Maximum Meiraas Chikankari is Resham 3 Taar, except few pieces.
2 Taar work is therefore the MOST PREMIUM Chikankari work. Why?
The reduced thread count means finer work, more artisan hours, special craftsmanship skill
Seasoned artisans can work with as little thread count as 2 Taar & their availability is limited, making such pieces LIMITED EDITION.
2 Taar is also premium because the less thread count makes the needle move more intricately.
The suit will be fully embroidered, yet lightweight - the epitome of Class & Fine Aesthetics.
Common Misinformation on this craft style:
There is NO SUCH THING as 1 Taar & 2 Taar in same piece. It is either 1 Taar or 2 Taar. 1 Taar ensemble are super rare & rarely done all over due to the craft being Platinum Standard of Chikankari Work.
2 Taar & above work will be premium due to the many reasons explained above.
Fabrics generally used for 2 Taar Chikankari:
This work is mostly done on Pure Georgette to make it visible as the thread count is less.
The premium price bracket of the suit attracts premium fabrics like Pure Georgette.
Gorgeous Olive coloured Rumi Darwaza Kurta Dupatta in our Exclusively hand carved Rumi motif. The front & back has small floral bootis to give an overall neat look to the ensemble. A Chanderi dupatta matches the floral bootis on the body of the Kurta. Lace detailing adds to the beauty of the ensemble.
Stitching of the Kurta is complimentary by Meiraas, along with cotton detachable slip.
We have just 1 piece in this ensemble, which can be stitched from size S - XXL, so leave your size in the Customer Note, as per our size chart given.
The Sustainability Quotient (SQ):
1. Skilled Resham Hand Embroidery
2. Exclusive Meiraas motif (Rumi Darwaza) hand carved following all processes
3. Handloom Chanderi fabric
ARTISANAL CHIKANKARI BY MEIRAAS
KHAYAL (moodboard): Rumi Darwaza is the gateway towards Old Lucknow where Chikankari is done & sold. It is the iconic leitmotif of Lucknow and its culture. We conceptualised this motif in 2018, to pay an homage to the symbol that launches the gateway to the art & lifestyle of Lucknow. This motif of Chikankari is an exclusive design of Meiraas launched in 2018.
POSHAAK (about the dress): Meiraas Exclusive Rumi Darwaza Kurta Dupatta set made on Handloom Chanderi. A gentle smattering of Mukaish adds the starry charm to this visage. The Olive shade is perfect backdrop for this stunning work. The lace adds charm & romance to the ethereal set. The Kurta will come with complimentary detachable slip & stitching.
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.
Please refer to Size Chart and not sizing guide to know your perfect fit.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Artisan Skill enhancement: One of a kind tunic design with exceptional blocks that were not used for years; a delight for creative minds.
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.
Successful replication of Nawabi neckline that has not been used for many years, we brought this old world charming neckline back and adapted it for women's wear.
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):
Nawabi is a tunic designed taking references from Bengal style neckline that was very much in vogue right uptil 70s. Largely used for mens' fashion in the past, we have made the design gender neutral by creating it for women.
This is self woven pattern (Jaquard) Pure Cotton Chikankari Kurta with beautiful chanapatti, shadow, phanda (hand cutwork) stitches, with Mother of Pearl button detailing.
The shade of the Kurta: ECRU
What is ECRU? Ecru is an un-White colour; meaning a white that has subtle hint of another colour. At Meiraas, we are exploring an un-White colour palette, and Ecru is a colour we have successfully replicated after many trials on fabric samples.
Ecru is generally of two kind - White with hint of olive green, White with hint of olive brown. While both Ecru are ethereal, we lean more towards the green tint; so summer fresh and elegant.
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 Kurta is available to shop from this post.
Fabric: Pure Cotton with self woven pattern
Styling Tip: Will work beautifully with Gul Cotton Chikankari Pyajama.
White Handloom Chanderi Semi Stitched Kurta with intricate Tepchi Floral motif Jaal work allover the front panel. This is a rare Tepchi Kurta with Jaali stitch in between; the Jaali stitch is highlighted with qasab taar work. The dual colour play of White & Firozi 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 - Tepchi with qasab taar Jaali stitch, a rare style of Tepchi work.
2. Intricate Ek Daana Tepchi Chikankari
3. 100% Handwoven Chanderi (Meiraas In House)
4. 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 Firozi 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.