The exact origins of Chikankari are a bit fuzzy, but many legends trace it back to the Mughal era, particularly to Empress Noor Jahan, wife of Emperor Jahangir and a patron of the arts. It’s said she ...

Chikankari embroidery is a delicate and intricate form of hand embroidery that originates from the culturally rich city of Lucknow, India. Renowned for its elegance and grace, this traditional craft ...

“I learned from my father Shree Hasan Mirza, who received a national award in 1969 for his craftsmanship,” says fifty eight year old Rehana Begum. Hailing from a long line of chikankari exponents, ...

Jennifer Aniston and Judi Dench in Hollywood, everyone from Aishwarya Rai and Alia Bhatt to Kareena Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra in Bollywood and Bengal’s very own Mimi Chakraborty have all flaunted the ...

Chikankari, a traditional embroidery from Lucknow, evolved from a Mughal era craft to a global fashion statement. Introduced in the 17th century, it gained international acclaim through designers and ...

The admiration for chikankari runs far and wide. The traditional handicraft form originates from Lucknow and can be roughly translated to mean embroidery. By its appearance, chikankari may seem simple ...

Once worn by the nawabs in summer, chikankari has evolved to find a place in bridal trousseaus and celeb wardrobes Originating from 18th century Lucknow, the embroidery style of chikankari has earned ...

Embroidery lovers watching the coverage of Bollywood actress Sonakshi Sinha’s marriage to her long-time beau Zaheer Iqbal this week, would have been excited to see the actor’s main bridal outfit of ...