Chikankari Vogue

  16 October, 2023

Lucknow's famous Chikankari work is a one-handed form of embroidery that has captured the hearts of women across the country. This embroidery has grown dramatically. These clothes are a must have in every Indian wardrobe as they give the wearer a very attractive and gorgeous look. 



The classic Indian Chikankari embroidery technique from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh is characterized by its delicate and intricately woven white thread used in fine cotton, georgette and now muslin.  fabrics resulting in complex patterns and incredible designs. 

Chikankari is one such traditional Lucknow art that has admirers both in India and the West. It is delicate, ethereal and luxurious looking. Our company still believes in the miracle of craftsmanship, despite the advent of machines. 

In fact, Chikan's creations in Kurtis, sarees and Lehengas also take over other more contemporary styles and silhouettes. Chikankari Kurtis are especially popular during the summer season.


Each Silakaari Chikan Kurta is completely handmade in about two to three months with the help of three to four artists, depending on the manpower. Refinement, hard work and enthusiasm led to this amazing result. Our store has a wide range of Chikankari fabrics, stitched suits, short and long kurtas, sarees and accessories at incredibly low costs. 

In Chikankari, you immediately feel the human touch. Instead, a machine-made embroidered garment has a very crystal clear finish on the back without knots or thread ends. You will always find a huge difference between Silakaari Kurtis and others readily available in the market.


Chikankari kurtis with floral prints is a classic outfit that  never goes out of style. This is mainly because they have been able to adapt despite the constantly changing seasons. Floral printed kurtas are the perfect way to create an airy summer atmosphere or brighten up a dark winter day.

A wonderful wedding couple happiness sharara can extend from six months to one year, something can happen because of work. They therefore charge a high price for each  Chikankari work. 

Chikan embroidery is usually done on lightweight fabrics with embroidery such as cotton, half georgette, sheer georgette, crepe, chiffon, muslin and silk. The fabric should not be too thick, so that the embroidery needle does not pass through.

These are the circumstances behind "Chikankari" and "Lucknowi Chikankari." They both allude to the same wonderful art form in their essence. The prefix "Lucknowi" is a reference to Lucknow, the city of its greatest renaissance and dominance.
The acceptance of Chikankari artworks can be seen as a positive development that will help the art form to flourish again.


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