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 ...

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 ...

For centuries, this city has been known for its delicate needlework, artistic precision, and royal craftsmanship. Its embroidery tradition reflects elegance, patience and cultural depth passed down ...

Chikankari embroidery of Lucknow is as timeless in its appeal as it is in need of greater state-sponsored support for its artisans LUCKNOW: Mention the fact that you are visiting Lucknow, and the ...

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 ...

“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, ...

Actors Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal, in collaboration with Lucknow-based designer Yasmin Saeed, have launched a fashion label, Ehaab Couture, dedicated to preserving chikankari embroidery. The idea for ...