Chikankari Kurtas For Women
There is something about Indian ethnic wear that brings out the beauty inside of you. Kurtas are a perfect everyday wear if you like being ethnic. These are perfect for both formal and casual occasions. There are so many varieties of kurtas that you’ll never get bored with them. It is no news that India has always been famous for its fabrics. Chikankari is one of the oldest fabric making arts of India. Check out Limeroad’s exclusive collection of kurtas and treat yourself with something pretty.
The Art Of Chikankari
Chikan means ‘embroidery’. Chikankari is a traditional style of embroidery that originated during the Mughal period in the city of Lucknow. The design is very simple and artistic. It gives a subtle and delicate look to the cloth and shows precise handwork. This design is brought to life on a fabric at two stages. First, a wooden block is engraved with the design and dipped in the dyes which is used to print a stencil on the fabric. Then comes the needlework which the fabric is stitched block by block, tracing the ink patterns. When the work is complete, the fabric is washed off to remove the ink. Making these stitches is a very delicate art and requires skilled hands.
Chikankari was initially done on white muslin cloth with white threads. But today we can find it in all color variations. But the classic still remains the white-on-white combination itself. Floral patterns are the most common designs we can in Cchikankari. Other than that, we can also see beads, mirrors, sequins etc which add to the look. The muslin cloth has now been replaced with other lightweight fabrics like cotton, chiffon, net, silk etc.
Not only in India, but Chikankari has also become famous worldwide for its richness and delicacy. Many international stars have been spotted wearing Chikankari at international events. Many brands have Chikankari clothes in their arsenal like Biba, FabIndia, Soch, Jashn etc. At Limeroad we bring you all the brands under one roof so you can get your own item of Chikankari kurta that is genuine and stylish.
Rocking The Look
If you don’t like much bling and like to keep things simple, yet rich, Chikankari is perfect for you. You can wear Chikankari kurtas for almost every occasion - from your office to a wedding and it wouldn’t be wrong. Here are some ideas you can try out:
- Try wearing a short black Chikankari embroidered top with blue jeans and black belles. Complete the look with a pair of black metal earrings for an evening get-together.
- A white Chikan kurta with matching leggings or palazzos and platforms can be a perfect office wear in summers.
- For weddings or any other traditional settings, wear pink Anarkali kurta with Chikankari and mirror work with white leggings. Top it off with heavy silver Chandbalis and bangles. You can wear peep toe heels or stilettos.
Chikankari kurtas are the definition of simplicity while being extremely trendy and hip. Your search for the perfect kurta ends here. Dive into Limeroad’s chikankari collection and find your perfect match.
