FAQs
Q: What is a Chikan Kurti?
A: A Chikan Kurti is a Kurti for women made with traditional chikankari embroidery. It traces its origin back to the Mughal Era.
Q: What is Chikankari embroidery?
A: Chikankari embroidery is a traditional embroidery style featuring handmade intricate designs and patterns on fabrics.
Q: Where can I buy Chikan Kurtis online?
A: You can buy real Chikan Kurtis online from Nazrana Chikan and other authentic Lucknowi Chikankari websites.
Q: What are the different types of Chikan Kurtis?
A: The trending styles in Chikankari kurti for women are: Straight long kurti, Short kurti, A-Line Kurti, Anarkali Style Kurti, Angrakha Style.
Q: What is the price range of a Chikan Kurti?
A: Handmade Chikan Kurtis are expensive because they are created using the traditional handmade embroidery process. At Nazrana Chikan, the price range starts from Rs 1,000/- onwards.
Q: What makes a Lucknowi Chikan Kurti unique?
A: Lucknowi Chikan Kurti is unique because of the handmade embroidery on it. The craftsmen skillfully embroider motifs and intricate patterns on high-quality fabrics like cotton, georgette, and modal.
Q: Are Chikan Kurtis comfortable to wear in hot weather?
A: Chikan Kurtis made from good quality fabrics such as cotton and georgette are comfortable to wear in hot weather. Cotton Chikan Kurtis are breathable and lightweight, providing maximum comfort in summers.
Q: Can I find a short Chikankari Kurti design?
A: Yes, you can find both short and long Chikankari kurti designs at the Nazrana Chikan online store and retail outlets.
Q: How do you care for a Chikan Kurti?
A: To maintain the charm and grace of a Chikan Kurti, always dry clean or hand wash it in cold water with mild detergent. Avoid machine washing, as it can damage the delicate embroidery.
Q: What is a Lucknowi Chikan Kurti?
A: Lucknowi Chikan Kurti is a traditional hand-embroidery kurti that finds its origin in Lucknow from the Mughal era.
Q: What are the benefits of wearing a Cotton Chikan Kurti?
A: Cotton Chikan Kurtis for women are comfortable to wear all year round. They are suitable for every occasion, require less maintenance, and are breathable and soft, providing comfort all day long. They can be styled with jeans, palazzos, skirts, and various other bottoms.
Q: Are Lucknowi Kurtis expensive?
A: Authentic hand-embroidered Lucknowi Chikan Kurtis feature handmade designs and patterns, making them more expensive than machine-made kurtis. They are a testament to artistic craftsmanship.
Q: What are the different colors available for Chikan Kurtis?
A: Chikan Kurtis for women are available in various colours and styles. Solid colors like red are great for festive occasions, while neutral and pastel shades are ideal for formal events. Fabrics like georgette and silk are dyeable, and at Nazrana Chikan, we provide custom dyeing and stitching services.
Q: Can I wear a Chikan Kurti for a casual outing?
A: Yes, Chikan Kurtis are perfect for casual outings. The intricate handwork on lightweight cotton fabric offers both grace and comfort.
Q: How can I identify authentic Chikankari work on a Kurti?
A: Authentic Chikankari work is handmade, and you can identify it by the loose fabric ends or threads on the inner side or back of the kurti.
Q: What fabrics are commonly used for Chikan Kurtis?
A: Cotton is the most popular fabric for Chikankari Kurtis. Other commonly used lightweight fabrics include muslin, mulmul, rayon, georgette, and crepe.
Q: What size options are available for Lucknowi Chikankari?
A: At Nazrana Chikan, Lucknowi Chikankari Kurtis are available in sizes from XS to XXL. Custom stitching services are also available for unstitched Kurtis or suit fabrics.