Please refer to the Size Chart and not sizing guide to know your perfect fit.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Unique motif work in Chikankari
Sufficient margins in ready to wear to enable alteration at any stage.
Sustaining heritage craft into more functional pieces.
Handmade in India
KHAYAL (mood board):
Dopehri is a summer song of Lucknow presented by Meiraas!! Through this Everyday Chikankari collection of ours, we want you to step into the oasis of slow summer living from yesteryears that we are all trying to bring back collectively!!
POSHAAK (about the product):
Reminiscent of the Falling Leaves of Basant, this old favourite Chikankari Top of Meiraas is back in stock on popular demand! The romantic shedding leaves reminds one of the season of Basant, that brings in the most romantic of Dopehri, along with it.
This tulip sleeved Chikankari essential Top has been designed with a motif that depicts falling leaves in Shadow and French Knot embroidery stitches. The beautiful Brown colour with a slight rust tinge has been kept as an inspiration from the leaves of Basanti Autumn or Indian Autumn season.
It is just the essential summer Top to pair with everything.
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.
Styling Tip: This top will also work well with any skirt or pants, and even select sarees.
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This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Please refer to the Size Chart and not sizing guide to know your perfect fit.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Unique motif work in Chikankari
Sufficient margins in ready to wear to enable alteration at any stage.
Sustaining heritage craft into more functional pieces.
Handmade in India
KHAYAL (mood board):
Dopehri is a summer song of Lucknow presented by Meiraas!! Through this Everyday Chikankari collection of ours, we want you to step into the oasis of slow summer living from yesteryears that we are all trying to bring back collectively!!
POSHAAK (about the product):
Reminiscent of the Falling Leaves of Basant, this old favourite Chikankari Top of Meiraas is back in stock on popular demand! The romantic shedding leaves reminds one of the season of Basant, that brings in the most romantic of Dopehri, along with it.
This tulip sleeved Chikankari essential Top has been designed with a motif that depicts falling leaves in Shadow and French Knot embroidery stitches. It is just the essential summer Top to pair with everything.
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 Awadh Summer is an essential and versatile top. Please see its pairing with Aasmaani Chikankari Pants in Image 2. It will also pair well with That 60s Skirt!! RustPlease refer to the Size Chart and not sizing guide to know your perfect fit.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Unique motif work in Chikankari
Sufficient margins in ready to wear to enable alteration at any stage.
Sustaining heritage craft into more functional pieces.
Handmade in India
KHAYAL (mood board):
Dopehri is a summer song of Lucknow presented by Meiraas!! Through this Everyday Chikankari collection of ours, we want you to step into the oasis of slow summer living from yesteryears that we are all trying to bring back collectively!!
POSHAAK (about the product):
Reminiscent of the Summer Gardens of Awadh, this sleeveless Chikankari essential Top has been designed with a collective of very fine miniature motifs in a non form pattern all over the lovely Top. A summer essential.
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.
Styling Tip: Pair with the Aasmaani Pants from our collection. This top will also work well with any skirt or pants, and even sarees.
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This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
If you want us to stitch your blouse with this fabric too, then after shopping for the fabric you can drop us an email at [email protected]"Meiraas has created and re created motifs of Archival quality that speak of the heritage of this craft and the history associated around it; wearing Sarees & Suits in Meiraas Chikankari is a luxury that our patrons love to save and invest into, to create their own heritage. We also wanted our patrons to enjoy the Luxury of Meiraas Archive Quality Chikankari on an everyday or more frequent basis, or mix & match with more crafts, that is why we decided to make these beautiful statement blouse fabrics, that can be worn with any saree and on any occasion - whether workplace meetings, brunches or cafe outings, or even weddings. We hope you enjoy these Everyday Luxury pieces from Meiraas" - Vidhi Rastogi, Head of Creative, Meiraas.
Stunning Gold Zari Silk blouse fabric with Chikankari motifs of Crown or Taaj Boota that has a historicity dating back to the Nawab era. Such stunning blouses will pair with many sarees and add an extra oomph to all of them. Good Chikankari blouse fabrics are rare & ones that are always in demand. Please get it fully lined when getting it stitched.
SUSTAINABLE MEIRAAS CHIKANKARIKHAYAL (moodboard):Â Ruskin Bond's novella "A Flight of Pigeons" is set in Shahjahanbad, Uttar Pradesh, during India's first recorded War of Independence against British Raj in 1857. The story, though a love story in the intent, is a lot more than that. It is a beautiful story of camaraderie in such bleak times between English women who are left as survivors of an aftermath, & extreme kindness & compassion they end up sharing with Indians where they take shelter. The friendship between "Kothiwali" an aging matriarch & Mariam, the English lady is lovely. The Cotton Frock, Aamramanjari, is an ode to this friendship & hence is made in a style that passes for both Indian & English.
Aamra Manjari or Mango Blossoms is the name given to the beautiful embroidery, as that belt of Uttar Pradesh is dominated by rows and rows of Mango plantations. Just like the tender & joyous blossoms, the friendship of women in this story is unassuming, under rated, yet most beautiful.
POSHAAK (about the outfit): Aamra Manjari Cotton Frock is made on Soft Pure Cotton. This frock is part of our artisan skill set improvement project, & the full collection took 1.5 years plus to get made. The front ghera (flare) is heavily embroidered with Mango Bark, the bust is done up with minimal flower & bel boota. The back has one statement Aamra Manjari motif & rest has small scattered flowers. It is a beautiful dress to be worn in any weather & any occasion - work, beach holiday, fort holidays, home working. It can be dressed up as a Kurta and dressed down as a tunic on the beach.
Fabric: Powerloom Cotton
Style: Bohemian as well as Elegant
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This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
If you want us to stitch your blouse with this fabric too, then after shopping for the fabric you can drop us an email at [email protected]"Meiraas has created and re created motifs of Archival quality that speak of the heritage of this craft and the history associated around it; wearing Sarees & Suits in Meiraas Chikankari is a luxury that our patrons love to save and invest into, to create their own heritage. We also wanted our patrons to enjoy the Luxury of Meiraas Archive Quality Chikankari on an everyday or more frequent basis, or mix & match with more crafts, that is why we decided to make these beautiful statement blouse fabrics, that can be worn with any saree and on any occasion - whether workplace meetings, brunches or cafe outings, or even weddings. We hope you enjoy these Everyday Luxury pieces from Meiraas" - Vidhi Rastogi, Head of Creative, Meiraas.
Stunning Rose Gold Zari Silk blouse fabric with Chikankari motifs of Phool Boota along with keel kangan. The Phool Boota is made with rich & rare embroidery stitch like Chanapatti. Such stunning blouses will pair with many sarees and add an extra oomph to all of them. Good Chikankari blouse fabrics are rare & ones that are always in demand. Please get it fully lined when getting it stitched.
Note from the Founder:"Meiraas has created and re created motifs of Archival quality that speak of the heritage of this craft and the history associated around it; wearing Sarees & Suits in Meiraas Chikankari is a luxury that our patrons love to save and invest into, to create their own heritage. We also wanted our patrons to enjoy the Luxury of Meiraas Archive Quality Chikankari on an everyday or more frequent basis, or mix & match with more crafts, that is why we decided to make these beautiful statement blouse fabrics, that can be worn with any saree and on any occasion - whether workplace meetings, brunches or cafe outings, or even weddings. We hope you enjoy these Everyday Luxury pieces from Meiraas" - Vidhi Rastogi, Head of Creative, Meiraas.Khayal (Moodboard):
Miniature or "keel ka boota" are absolutely small and detailed motifs in Chikankari, that though very popular once, and now used very sparingly in a very commercial market. These motifs were extremely popular amongst even the Britishers and Europeans who loved the appeal of a clean palette with nuanced small motifs, lazily adorning the fabric with delicate touch. Meiraas undertakes the work of finding such miniature antique motifs (now such new motifs are not made) and using them to create subtle pieces of wearable art.
Poshaak (About the fabric):
This Chikankari and Mukaish Top/Blouse fabric is an ethereal White on White beauty, with smattering of two miniature motifs of Flowers on front & back and one motif for sleeves. This will be a blouse that you will love to pair with any saree. We will recommend that you keep it white for multi usage. Please get the fabric fully lined to make a blouse.
Imp:
Chanderi catches buttery luminous colours; if you wish us to dye this in a shade you prefer, please email us after you have purchased the product.
If you want us to stitch your blouse with this fabric too, then after shopping for the fabric you can drop us an email at [email protected]
A Chikankari Wardrobe or even a Summer Wardrobe is absolutely incomplete without the essential Cotton White Kurta with White Chikankari.
Made on Pure Soft Cotton this straight cut Kurta has stunning Mughal Flower Boota at the hemline & one at the back. To keep the work minimalist we have given small floral bootas allover.
The Floral Mughal Boota is has a rare stitch HATHKATI (which literally means cut by hand) in the stem of the Flower, while Bakhiya, Ghaspatti, Keel come together to make the full flower. A perfect anywhere & everywhere pick!!
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Please refer to Size Chart and not sizing guide to know your perfect fit.THIS DRESS IS SLIM FIT, therefore ideally choose 1 size bigger than the Meiraas size that fits you. For XXL shoppers in this case, we will provide alteration of Slim Fit, rest shoppers can choose 1 size bigger.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Handloom Cotton
Artisan Skill enhancement: One of a kind tunic design with exceptional blocks that were not used for years; a delight for creative minds.
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 handloom cotton Chikankari Kurta with beautiful chanapatti, shadow, phanda (hand cutwork) stitches, with Mother of Pearl button & pocket detailing.
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 Cotton
Styling Tip: Will work beautifully with Creme Chikankari Flared Pants.
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This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Please refer to Size Chart and not sizing guide to know your perfect fit.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Azo Free Dye
Sufficient margins in ready to wear to enable alteration at any stage.
Artisan Skill enhancement: Hathkati stitch done by regular unit who is only used to do very basic shadow phanda work.
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):
Soft cotton Chikankari Kurta with beautiful ghaspatti, shadow, orma & lovely hathkati (hand cutwork) stitches, dyed in Azo Free Dyes with Mother of Pearl button detailing.
Jamuni is a reference to berry & phalsa sherbet made in homes for a summer refresher, & also the wait for monsoons that bring purple juice explosion with Jaamun fruit!! The colour inspiration is from that indigenous fruit crop of the continent.
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: Powerloom Cotton
Styling Tip: Will work beautifully with Jamuni Cotton Dupatta.
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Please refer to the last image for Size Chart to know your perfect fit.Â
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.
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Kaftans are essentially Free Size, the measurements have been given to shape them as per your size. Please see your size and mention the same at checkout note.
Roohafza Milk Pink Chikankari Kaftan Top in soft cotton, for an easy breezy summer
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Bespoke Tailoring
Pure Cotton Fabric
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):
A Kaftan Top is such a saviour! Be it work meetings on a weekend, resort wear for relaxation, a quick trip to a patisserie for a weekend brunch, or a step inside a movie hall or the favourite cafe with a book, a Kaftan Top comes in so handy for everything. Even better, when it is a Chikankari Kaftan Top.
This Kaftan Top has perfect length to enable wearing it with pants (same colour or white), & even wear it standalone to a beach resort. The cool cotton helps in breathability, & the perfect fall makes it ideal for many places. The embroidery motif used is very rarely seen, lotus blooming on a creeper. It features stitches like shadow, ghapsatti, phanda, murri, etc in very intricate detailing. It is something sure to turn heads, and give you the perfect relaxed fit for a summer Dopehri.
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