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Chikan embroidery is a master piece of history that has been part of India for centuries. Nur Jahan, the beautiful wife of the Mughal emperor, Jahangir has introduced it. It has attained its glory in Lucknow.

Traditionally, white threads were used at muslin cloth cotton or tussar silk for embroidery. The work is known as chikanjkari. However, with the changing demands and fashions, chikankari is now also being done on a variety of fabrics. Chikan kurtis, salwar kameez and tunic tops are available in cotton as well as other fabrics like cotton, chiffon, georgette & crepe, with white & colored embroideries.

Chikan meaning a kind of cloth wrought with needle work. Lucknowi chikan embroidery is known for its unique pattern, styles and designs. The various technique of chikan embroidery includes back stitch, hemstitch, taipchi, bakhia, murri, pechni, ghas patti, chaana patti or chain stitch. Chikan embroidery never goes out of fashion and it suits women of all age.

Chikankari is also available now in various colors. It is available in various patterns, style and designs. Shadow work or lace works are two most common types of patterns and effect.

Chikan salwar kameez, kurti, cotton tunic tops have become a trendy choice amongst. Especially in summers and humid weather chikan kurti are lot in demand. Young collage girls prefer chikan kurtis as it looks comfortable and stylish. Chikan tunic tops are gaining importance all over India.

Chikan salwar Kameez makes them a wonderful piece of garment. Various designs and syles are available in the market. Like lower part of short kurti or ladies top with butis all over. Young girls wear chikan tops for formal as well as casual events. They go well with denims, pants, trousers, skirts, patialas, churidar or salwars and thus enhancing one’s personality.

A wide variety of chikan salwar suits are available at Cbazaar.com.

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Source by Prapti Bagga Arora