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A stunning Resham Chikankari dupatta on softest cotton fabric with Meiraas Exclusive Bisaat motif featuring Nawab Era chess pieces.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Meiraas Exclusive Bisaat Chess motifs researched from Nawab era chess.
Resham Chikankari Hand Embroidery
2 Motif fusion pattern all over the dupatta.
KHAYAL (moodboard):
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 dupatta.
Painstaking research work was done to recreate these motif that you can read here FalaknumaPOSHAAK (about the garment): Red & Black motifs of Chess stand boldly against the butter white backdrop of the Dupatta - Power of Silence.
Stitches like Orma, Keel, Kangan, Ghaspatti, etc bring to life these evocative motifs that recall the past glory this Game of Chess in the homes of Lucknow aristocracy.
Best paired with Bisaat Power of Silence Chikankari Kurta
Very fine Tepchi Chikankari jaaldaar dupatta on very soft Pure Cotton.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Tepchi Chikankari Embroidery
Pure Cotton dupatta
Azo Free Dyes
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 Tepchi Chikankari Dupatta with allover jaaldaar embroidery.
The delicate Tepchi truly comes alive on a soft cotton base of fabric. Tepchi aka the Darning Stitch dupattas are known to look similar from front & back, thereby creating an ethereal silhouette of elegance that is the signature style of Chikankari.
Use them as dupattas, or get creative and use the yardage as you desire for sheers, drapes, projects etc.
Only Dupatta is available to shop from this post.
Styling Tip: These long and wide dupattas make fabulous beach sarongs as well.
Very fine Tepchi Chikankari jaaldaar dupatta on very soft Pure Cotton.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Tepchi Chikankari Embroidery
Pure Cotton dupatta
Azo Free Dyes
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 Tepchi Chikankari Dupatta with allover jaaldaar embroidery.
The delicate Tepchi truly comes alive on a soft cotton base of fabric. Tepchi aka the Darning Stitch dupattas are known to look similar from front & back, thereby creating an ethereal silhouette of elegance that is the signature style of Chikankari.
Use them as dupattas, or get creative and use the yardage as you desire for sheers, drapes, projects etc.
Only Dupatta is available to shop from this post.
Styling Tip: These long and wide dupattas make fabulous beach sarongs as well.
Very fine Tepchi Chikankari jaaldaar dupatta on very soft Pure Cotton.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Tepchi Chikankari Embroidery
Pure Cotton dupatta
Azo Free Dyes
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 Tepchi Chikankari Dupatta with allover jaaldaar embroidery.
The delicate Tepchi truly comes alive on a soft cotton base of fabric. Tepchi aka the Darning Stitch dupattas are known to look similar from front & back, thereby creating an ethereal silhouette of elegance that is the signature style of Chikankari.
Use them as dupattas, or get creative and use the yardage as you desire for sheers, drapes, projects etc.
Only Dupatta is available to shop from this post.
Styling Tip: These long and wide dupattas make fabulous beach sarongs as well.
Very fine Tepchi Chikankari jaaldaar dupatta on very soft Pure Cotton.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Tepchi Chikankari Embroidery
Pure Cotton dupatta
Azo Free Dyes
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 Tepchi Chikankari Dupatta with allover jaaldaar embroidery.
The delicate Tepchi truly comes alive on a soft cotton base of fabric. Tepchi aka the Darning Stitch dupattas are known to look similar from front & back, thereby creating an ethereal silhouette of elegance that is the signature style of Chikankari.
Use them as dupattas, or get creative and use the yardage as you desire for sheers, drapes, projects etc.
Only Dupatta is available to shop from this post.
Styling Tip: These long and wide dupattas make fabulous beach sarongs as well.
Very fine Tepchi Chikankari jaaldaar dupatta on very soft Pure Cotton.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Tepchi Chikankari Embroidery
Pure Cotton dupatta
Azo Free Dyes
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 Tepchi Chikankari Dupatta with allover jaaldaar embroidery.
The delicate Tepchi truly comes alive on a soft cotton base of fabric. Tepchi aka the Darning Stitch dupattas are known to look similar from front & back, thereby creating an ethereal silhouette of elegance that is the signature style of Chikankari.
Use them as dupattas, or get creative and use the yardage as you desire for sheers, drapes, projects etc.
Only Dupatta is available to shop from this post.
Styling Tip: These long and wide dupattas make fabulous beach sarongs as well.
Very fine Tepchi Chikankari jaaldaar dupatta on very soft Pure Cotton.
THE SUSTAINABILITY QUOTIENT (TSQ):
Tepchi Chikankari Embroidery
Pure Cotton dupatta
Azo Free Dyes
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 Tepchi Chikankari Dupatta with allover jaaldaar embroidery.
The delicate Tepchi truly comes alive on a soft cotton base of fabric. Tepchi aka the Darning Stitch dupattas are known to look similar from front & back, thereby creating an ethereal silhouette of elegance that is the signature style of Chikankari.
Use them as dupattas, or get creative and use the yardage as you desire for sheers, drapes, projects etc.
Only Dupatta is available to shop from this post.
Styling Tip: These long and wide dupattas make fabulous beach sarongs as well.
This product is Ready To Ship. Please see Time in Dispatch for more details.
A beautiful Rose Pink coloured Chikankari Dupatta with 2 motif fusion of Miniature Peacock and Jasmine flowers along with Mukaish embroidery all over
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Rare & antique miniature Peacock motif
Resham Chikankari Hand Embroidery
Mukaish Hand Embroidery
2 Motif fusion pattern all over the dupatta.
Handloom Chanderi fabric
KHAYAL (moodboard): Lucknow has its own way of naming various colours; a colloquial shade chart, if you will. No one says Pink or Hot Pink over there, but we have grown up hearing names like Roohafza Gulaabi, Gajari, Rani and Gulkandi, for various shades of Pink. As soon as someone would say Gulkandi, the mind would immediately travel to the sweetness of the indigenous condiment in Paan, or in summer shakes. There was a particular, brillinat Pink shade of Gulkandi shake, that made us name this dupatta in its memory. Luckhnavis pay more attention to the feel evoked by a colour's name, than its literal accuracy. This is why Lucknow has its own way of calling shade names, which are also mentioned by the city's historian, late Padmashree Dr Yogesh Praveen ji, in his books.
POSHAAK (about the garment): This brilliantly pink Dupatta has 2 motif play of antique miniature peacock, and jasmine flower in an interplay upon the buttery Chanderi fabric. The dupatta is locked using a ghaspatti & shadow bel on all 4 sides. It has a generous smattering of Mukaish embroidery, that makes it look even more beautiful.
The dupatta has stitches like Orma, Ghaspatti, Hool, Phanda, Murri stitch in the Peacock motif alone!! The jasmine flower has stitches like Keel, Kangan and Ghaspatti.
It is a beautiful wrap that will not be limited to be worn on Indian wear only, but can be taken on classic black coloured gowns or jumpsuits as well.
Important: You can email us at [email protected] if you wish to plan a Kurta or Ensemble with this dupatta.
This product is Made On Order. Please see Time in Dispatch for more details.
A moon like pristine White dupatta with soft 3 colour pastel Chikankari, in two motif fusion, on handwoven Chanderi.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Meiraas Exclusive Bijli Boota motif, re created using an archival motif image
Rare Hand Embroidery: Three colour embroidery on re created Bijli Boota with intricate cutwork like Bijli, Hathkati & Jaali in one motif! A rare feat indeed!!
Resham Chikankari hand embroidery in 3 colours. The use of multicolours takes more time & skill than single colour work
2 Motif fusion pattern all over the dupatta. Even the miniature motif is made using 3 colours.
Handloom Chanderi fabric
KHAYAL (moodboard):Elizabeth Bennett is the central protagonist of Pride & Prejudice (1813), a legendary classic by Jane Austen. She is one of the five lovely Bennett sisters, & is now considered amongst the greatest heroines of English Classic Literature. Elizabeth is "second only to Jane in beauty & countenance", yet her most endearing aspect is her cynicism tempered with her sweet nature. With all the traits that Jane has & keeps each separate from the other, Elizabeth's character is a beautifully aligned composition of each one of them in a neat & witty package. This is why this buttery Chanderi Dupatta has three diverse colours of Pink, Yellow & Blue in one Motif, that symbolises Elizabeth the best, & as an evolved version of Jane.
POSHAAK (about the garment): This dupatta is a grander version of Elizabeth Dupatta made by us sometime ago. The butter white Chanderi drape has a fusion of 3 unique miniature motifs, the Bijli boota in big & small size, and a miniature leaf petal boota. 3 soft pastel shades - Sky Blue, Lemon Yellow and Rose Pink, create each motif, even the most miniature one. The dupatta is closed on 4 sides with a shadow & ghasspatti bel in two colours.
The Bijli motif has 3 unique hand cutworks in one motif - Bijli, Jaali & Hathkati!! It is simply astounding how much detailing one motif can hold.
It is a beautiful wrap that will not be limited to be worn on Indian wear only, but can be taken on classic white gowns or jumpsuits as well.
Important: You can email us at [email protected] if you wish to plan a Kurta or Ensemble with this dupatta.
This product is Made On Order. Please see Time in Dispatch for more details.
A moon like pristine White on White Chikankari & Mukaish dupatta on handwoven Chanderi.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Rare Zari Taar Jaali stitch all over the dupatta
Resham Chikankari hand embroidery
Mukaish hand embroidery
Handloom Chanderi fabric
KHAYAL (moodboard): Champaai is a coloquial and beautiful colour name for White, and is commonly used in Lucknow's language. Champaai is used to describe anything that is beautiful, soft & pristine white, like Champa flowers. This word has been often used to describe lovely feet of ladies or their glowing complexion, by the poets of Lucknow; on the other hand, it has also been used to describe the all White on White Chikankari attire worn by a lady of society, who further decorates herself with pearls and diamonds. Her clothes are then called "Champaai Joda" (all white ensemble). While it could be said "Safed Joda", calling it Champaai makes it even more poetic, & shows appreciation for the styling done by the lady. This was the inspiration behind this soft jewel of a dupatta.
POSHAAK (about the garment): This moon like glowing Chanderi dupatta has White Resham Chikankari allover, with a fusion of two miniature motifs, the Paatra (leaf), and Champaa flowers. A generous smattering of Mukaish daana makes the dupatta glow with a wondrous & celestial light. The dupatta is perfect to wear with an all white attire or any colour attire. This is one shade & look that will be a classic hand me down, and one where you cannot go wrong.
Important: You can email us at [email protected] if you wish to plan a Kurta or Ensemble with this dupatta.
Antique Masterclass Jaali Chikankari Hand Embroidery Dupatta in Paan Motif on handwoven Organza with Ganga Jamuna borders of Tested Zari Gold & Silver on either side.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Jaali stitch in one the largest surface areas - the outer circumference of Paan motif
The highly skilled Murri (Biryani Chawal) stitch outside the Jaali border.
One of a kind conceptual art work - Paan (betel leaf) and Aam (paisley) motifs together - both signature icons of Lucknow & Chikankari
Shahi Paan motif commissioned and re created by Meiraas using archived ancient work.
Masterclass Jaali stitch work using Zari filament, which is extremely difficult to do.
Sustaining highest quality of Jaali stitch as centrepiece, which is almost vanishing from the craft or getting replaced with sequins and cutdana.
Handwoven Pure Organza Silk with tested Zari borders of Gold & Silver, making it a Hand embroidered and Hand Woven wholesome piece of wearable art.
KHAYAL (moodboard): If Chikankari embroidery is Poetry on Textile, then Jaali stitch is its Evocative Drama!! Jaali is an exceptionally brilliant optical illusion created on fabric by the hands of the karigars, where they replicate the trellis pattern of windows. Windows through which the first rays of sunshine sieve and enter a dark room, and spread their warmth in an alluring pattern. Windows through which the silver glow of a full Moon, enters in a cosmic colour play of calmness. Jaali has more spiritual connect with the artisans than we can think; maybe this is what makes the stitch the high point of Chikankari art.
POSHAAK (about the garment): This is one of a kind Conceptual work. Paan Gilauri & Aam ki Kairi are two iconographic motifs of Lucknow & its heritage craft, Chikankari. We used our Shahi Paan motif and filled it inside with small Kairi paisley motifs. The outside border of the Paan has stunning Jaali work one such a large surface, a one of a kind piece of art visible no where. The border is further decorated with extremely tough Murri stitch. This is a masterpiece amethyst colour Dupatta. The Paan motif is one 2 corners of the dupatta diagonally. Rest of the dupatta has Keel Kangan booti allover.
Important: You can email us at [email protected] if you wish to plan a Kurta with this dupatta.
Chikankari Hand Embroidered Dupatta/Wrap on Handwoven Organza with Pure Zari borders of Silver on one side & gold on the other (100% Made in India from Yarn to Final Product).
This antique masterpiece is a Collector's Edition, & not to be found anywhere.
The Sustainability Quotient (SQ):
1. Localised Organza Production to India from China
2. 100% Handwoven Pure Silk Organza
3. Masterclass Weaving with one side SILVER and one side GOLD Pure Zari borders.
4. Chikankari - an ancient heritage hand embroidery practised in North India.
5. Bio Wash - Washed using Bio Friendly enzyme materials instead of Acid that is commonly used in Chikankari to wash Indigo Block marks of motifs.
KHAYAL (moodboard): Marble Carvings of Ancient Marble Monuments is a dream that has been captured in Chikankari Embroidery. Organza provides the exact dream like base for this Khayal. The Resham Chikan Embroidery appears like a replica of ancient marble engravings on fabric.
POSHAAK (about the outfit): A Handwoven Organza Wrap (Dupatta) that is lighter than air, made of Pure Silk Yarns, floaty like a cloud, adorned on either side with Gold & Silver Pure Zari Borders. Delicate Flowers of Chikankari Embroidery come alive on the it, making it a heart stopping piece of wearable art.
Rare Hand Embroidery: We have focussed on finding rare & very old motifs belonging to actual Regency Era that were used in Chikankari back then. This is one of those miniature old motifs that otherwise is never visible in Chikankari. When wearing this motif you are wearing a piece of History. Please see our founder's IGTV "The Building Blocks" for more details.
Handloom Kota Doria: A rarity in itself now. We came upon this batch with great difficulty as most of the Kota available now in market is not handwoven.
KHAYAL (moodboard): Austen's World - Set in Regency Era, Austen's World refers to the classic books written by English Author, Jane Austen. The world she creates is a lilting melody that celebrates the small happiness of the usual life. There is sunshine, English gardens, summer balls, love, heartbreak, a clever dichotomy of aspiring middle class English society & the upscale Aristocracy reaching out for a humble approach to life. Pink & Yellow floral motif on soft white gossamer Kota fabric symbolises Austen's sunshine World.
POSHAAK (about the dupatta): White Handloom Kota Dupatta embroidered with a 250 plus year old motif in our workshop that did not look inspired by any local flora icon that is commonly used. The two tone embroidery is done in Powder Pink & Butter Yellow.
Imp: Colours may vary a bit, although they are all shot professionally in studio set up & closest colour has been photographed; Any variation can be due to digital medium of photography that is outside our control.
White Chikankari Kota Doria dupatta with soft blue allover Tepchi Chikankari embroidery!! A true summer delight.
The Sustainability Quotient (TSQ):
Rare Hand Embroidery: Nuanced Tepchi Hand Embroidery using Resham Thread
Handloom Kota Doria: A rarity in itself now.
KHAYAL (moodboard): Elinor Dashwood is one of the lead protagonists in Jane Austen's 1811 classic, Sense & Sensibility. While the younger Dashwood sister, Marianne, is celebrated popularly, for her free spirited & innocent character, Elinor is the quiet and responsible older sister, with a lot of depth of character. Her story, and her being a pillar of support for her family, in adverse situations, shows her silent strength. This was our inspiration behind creating this soft, yet impactful and beautiful dupatta.
POSHAAK (about the dupatta): White Chikankari Kota Doria dupatta with Powder Blue delicate Tepchi Chikankari embroidery allover, showcases the character spirit of Elinor Dashwood. Slow, quiet & very subtle, yet with an impactful presence, just like this beautiful dupatta.
The dupatta is perfect for the scorching summers, & can be paired with many neutral coloured outfits. It is delicate and ethereal.
Imp: Colours may vary a bit, although they are all shot professionally in studio set up & closest colour has been photographed; Any variation can be due to digital medium of photography that is outside our control.