The Fine art and skill of Chikankari

The chikankari embroidery, threadwork, everything made up of this fabric is worn and loved by men and women all over the world. Be is a Chikankari suit, Lehenga, Tunic tops, Indo western jackets, shrugs, saree, Anarkali suits, palazzos and even a range of accessories, and some home décor items like lampshades, cushion and table covers and bed throws

The elegance and comfort of this fabric is totally unmatched which makes this fabric evergreen.

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Chikankari in practice is laborious and facilitates hand embroidery performed on the fabrics including cotton, silk, muslin and a lot more.

Chikankari work is available in white and many beautiful colours, dominating this area are the pastel colours (blue, pink, lime, green, grey, lavender) which are soo in trend these days.

From Big screen stars to Television actors to Social media influencers, everyone is seen and spotted wearing beautiful Chikankari kurtis and suits and raising the glam diva quotient.

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In the picture above (Left to right) Aishwarya Rai Bacchan, Deepika Padukone are spotted wearing off white chikankari anarkali suits, Kareena Kapoor khan wearing a Pure white chikankari saree, Kriti sanon wearing a pastel blue chikankari kurta and chikankari white palazzo.

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In the picture above, Komal pandey, A social media influencer is poses wearing a pure white Chikankari salwar kameez. Sara ali khan (on the right) wearing a blue and silver Chikankari lehenga pairing it up with a pastel pink dupatta.

The entire Chikankari suits making process involves different steps such as designing, drawing, block printing, stitching embroidery, washing and giving it finishing touches.

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But who originated this weaving technique?

Well, this graceful and refined art was introduced by The Mughals.

Back in 17th century, Noor Jahan, the wife of Mughal emperor Jehangir, introduced the Persian art in India. Earlier it was just a white-on-white hand embroidery, now it is available in a variety of colours, variations and designs reflecting the modernity while keeping it simple

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The simplicity and handwork precision makes it stand out and loved by all. Are you impressed by the Chikankari work? Then go grab one for yourself and embrace the beauty of this elegant yet chic fabric.

Until next time <3