Our Story
Threads of Lucknow,
woven by hand
Lucknow Chikan brings you authentic chikankari — the centuries-old art of hand embroidery that was born in the lanes of Lucknow. What began as royal courtly craft is, in our hands, everyday elegance you can wear.
Made by hands, not machines
Each garment passes through many pairs of hands — the block-printer who maps the design, the embroiderer who fills it stitch by stitch, and the finisher who washes and presses it to perfection. A single kurta can take days to complete.
We keep the craft honest: traditional stitches, breathable fabrics, and a fair deal for the artisan families we work with directly. When you wear Lucknow Chikan, you carry a little of that patience and pride with you.
What we stand for
The principles behind every piece we make.
Handcrafted, Always
Every kurta is hand-embroidered by skilled artisans — no machines, no shortcuts. Each piece carries days of patient needlework.
Authentic Chikankari
Genuine Lucknowi chikankari in its traditional stitches — bakhiya, phanda, murri, jaali — passed down through generations.
Fair to Artisans
We work directly with the families who make our garments, so the people behind the craft are paid and respected fairly.
Breathable Fabrics
Soft cottons, mul, georgette and chanderi — chosen for comfort in Indian weather and made to last season after season.
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