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- Chikankari is a fine and intricate shadow-work type of embroidery done by white yarn on colourless muslins called tanzeb (tan meaning body and zeb meaning decoration). The word ‘chikan’ according to one school of thought appears to have had its origin in Persia, being derivative of chakin or chakeen. Indian women wear chikan sareesor aunty saree at all occasions these sarees are available at different colors and designs.it is also known as chikan lucknowi sarees. It may also be a distorted form of the work chikeen or siquin, a coin valued at Rs. 4 for which the embroidery was sold. Another explanation ascribes its origin to East Bengal where the word chikan meant ‘fine’.
- Utsav Fashion is one of the best shop where you can find exclusive collection of lucknowi chikan outfits, chikan lucknowi sarees for aunty, chikan suits for modern generation for online shopping, learn more about chikankari embroidery
- There are suggestions on fabric preferences - such as cotton, silk, crepe, georgette, etc - for a particular type of saree-wearing that will ensure a better overall look and feel.
- The earliest reference in literature to chikan dates back to the 3rd century B.C. In his records Megasthenes, a Greek traveller, had mentioned the use of flowered muslins by the Indians.
- Stitching on chikan saris are great and can be divided into three categories: Flat stitches, which are delicate and subtle and lie close to the surface of the fabric giving it a distinctive textural appearance; Embossed stitches which are highlighted from the fabric surface lending it a characteristic grainy texture and Jali work which is the most striking feature of chikan embroidery and which creates a delicate net effect. The fabric is broken into holes by ‘teasing’ the warp and weft yarns and holding them in position by small stitches.
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Fine work.By Abbey from Austria on 2/1/2012 10:10:58 AM
Bottom Line : Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments : I have received my order and I want to thank you for being so patient and putting order together in a very nice fashion. saree and blouses are done perfectly, as well. Thank you i will most definitely be ordering again in the future.
Attractive color.By Tanu from Turkey on 2/1/2012 10:20:30 AM
Bottom Line : Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments : Finally I received my saree on Monday. Its very nice and how I wanted, thank you so much. I like your all ladies wear collections. I will see you soon.
Classy saree.By Radinka from Romania on 2/1/2012 10:12:27 AM
Bottom Line : Hi, I received the saree that I ordered, it is just awesome, loved it. I really liked the saree and its the same as seen on the net. Its really awesome and looking beautiful. Thanks for your fantastic service. Wish to make more purchases from your great collections.
Absolutely GorgeousBy Allie from U.S on 2/1/2012 12:53:19 PM
Bottom Line : Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments : Item is absolutely gorgeous and your service was very efficient. I will be back and thank you.