How to Buy REAL Hand Embroidered Chikankari

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  • @poulomi__hari
    @poulomi__hari Рік тому +62

    The fact that Jali work is so difficult has opened my eyes. Now I will look for authentic work. Thank god we have a handloom fair everyone two months in my town where traders bring authentic handcrafted items and clothes from all around the country.

  • @KarlRock
    @KarlRock 2 роки тому +249

    I had no idea about Chikankari... thanks babe. I REALLY need to visit Lucknow!!!

    • @ManishaMalikIndia
      @ManishaMalikIndia  2 роки тому +33

      Thanks babe. I'll take you there next time. Lucknow has much more than just Chikankari, I had the best Kebabs and Biryani there too!

    • @tgenics
      @tgenics 2 роки тому +5

      My two most fav ppl from India. Love from Pakistan 🇵🇰🇳🇪

    • @Bilalsfx
      @Bilalsfx 2 роки тому +2

      @@tgenics ohh nice

    • @TheAnchalnigam
      @TheAnchalnigam Рік тому +1

      Please please do visit Lucknow.

    • @Sarah-Gee
      @Sarah-Gee Рік тому +2

      Wow! You taught me something here. I had never heard of Chikankari before. I am a great appreciator of artisan creations so I am now on a mission to find a Chikankari outfit in the U.K. 🇬🇧. Any idea of stockists here?

  • @akankshanimesh1167
    @akankshanimesh1167 2 роки тому +66

    I'm from Lucknow, and i agree even our moms look for cheap Chikankari bcz it gets confusing for them to spot any difference. This video was informative.

    • @deltapizza5154
      @deltapizza5154 Рік тому +2

      My mother was a government school teacher posted in Gonsainganj area ,there they have this cluster of villages where chikankari is still traditional occupation catering majorly to Chhangamal and nearby ganj market ,however profit margins are very skewed in favour of retail (handmade labour for a metre of cloth is usually around 250₹)…it’s even hurtful that discrepancies in quality and cost are a blow to the repute as well as economy of this industry!

  • @lisawithans
    @lisawithans 2 роки тому +119

    I appreciate that you are showing us these beautiful artisans and the real vs the fake! I love the hard work that goes into the clothes! Thank you Manisha ❤

    • @ManishaMalikIndia
      @ManishaMalikIndia  2 роки тому +4

      Thank you, I love these crafts so much and don’t want them to die.

  • @SAURABHKUMAR-og3rp
    @SAURABHKUMAR-og3rp Рік тому +53

    Every state in India has a long list of traditional art form, Handicrafts and Textiles. Yet most Indians including myself are not aware about them. Thanks for this wonderful content. Please also visit Bhagalpur in Bihar which has Bhagalpuri silk industry but sadly It too is in bad condition. It will be much helpful to the weavers and the local community. 🙏

  • @yvaineyvaine5319
    @yvaineyvaine5319 Рік тому +6

    I have been developing love for natural fabrics and Indian handicrafts when it comes to my attire. I love this series. I want to keep authentic pieces in my collection. It maybe low in number but higher in quality. Very grateful for this knowledge..

  • @harsimran1
    @harsimran1 Рік тому +20

    Labels need to write "imitation chikankari" because the people understand chikankari to be handwork for which a premium is paid as they know craftsmen and women are involved in the process of creating the design on the clothing piece. Even if you don't know what chikankari is, you would still expect it to be a premium product linked to craftsmen and women. I'm glad Manisha made this video and others on this topic. She's great at giving you the whole picture so beautifully.

  • @rupanjanamitra9969
    @rupanjanamitra9969 2 роки тому +11

    Finally- the chikankari buying guide is up......

  • @shivalimangal
    @shivalimangal Рік тому +7

    Hard-core fan of chikankari hand work...i myself is blessed with the art...so thanks to you for posting this thoughtful video...God Bless!!

  • @bhawanatripathi5319
    @bhawanatripathi5319 9 місяців тому +3

    Wonderful work dear. I'm from Lucknow and have experienced many times where people selling any type of embroidery saying it's chikankari. But hum toh class laga dete Hain aise logo ki😂😂

  • @Stronggirl9284
    @Stronggirl9284 7 місяців тому +4

    Madam...I am from Lucknow and you gave me goosebumps!! Congratulations for your great work.can understand how much effort you had made

  • @saimaiftikhar4473
    @saimaiftikhar4473 Рік тому +4

    I know many types of embroideries that’s why I bought my clothes from a shop which sells limited edition . They trained many women and empowered them . Their pieces are expensive but worth it . Lots of people don’t know about authentic hand made embroidery so they get cheated . Thanks for your input

    • @Reetmeet-k4t
      @Reetmeet-k4t 6 місяців тому

      Can u tell me about shop name

  • @aditibhatt1922
    @aditibhatt1922 4 місяці тому

    I love chikankari work..I was born and brought up in Kanpur and have always had atleast 1 chikankari salwar suit in my closet.....i found your video very informative... Thank you so much for this

  • @apurvapandey3709
    @apurvapandey3709 7 місяців тому +1

    As such a huge fan of chikankari, my husband always teased me and used to say, "You claim to love the art so much and yet don't even know how to differentiate between the real work and the fake one".
    Imagine my excitement when I saw this video in my youtube suggestions.
    Thank you so much for putting your time and efforts into this video Manisha. I'm going to go ahead and buy a lot more authentic chikankari clothes and now I have an answer for my husband too.
    Lots of love and please keep up the good work! ❤

  • @varnikaverma4429
    @varnikaverma4429 2 роки тому +15

    Totally agree with you Manisha! I make sure to buy Chikankari clothes from Lucknow only and look for good quality hand made stuff, even if it’s a little pricey. I love chikan work and also learnt to do this embroidery while studying fashion. Look forward to your Lucknow vlog!! Cheers! ❤😌

    • @ManishaMalikIndia
      @ManishaMalikIndia  2 роки тому +3

      That’s great, Chikankari is one of my favourites too. Looks so simple and elegant.

  • @gurdeepkaur3195
    @gurdeepkaur3195 9 місяців тому

    Sure..quality...is appreciated...
    Not qunatity..
    There is really vast difference..
    Understood very well
    Thanx dear...

  • @TheAnchalnigam
    @TheAnchalnigam Рік тому +4

    I am thankful for this video. Being from Lucknow, it pains me a lot when I see "chikankari embroidery" sold by so many mass producing companies and stores.

  • @deejosh4667
    @deejosh4667 9 місяців тому +1

    You are right,,, I went to Lucknow and brought the kurti from there,, very cost effective,, not as being sold on Amazon or Flipkart

  • @JyotiSharma2-1
    @JyotiSharma2-1 Рік тому +1

    I visited Lucknow in 2018 and saw beautiful handcrafted chikankari when i went to SEVA organization there. I can't describe the feeling of wearing handcrafted chikankari... It looks and feels so beautiful and royal.. worth investing in such dress.

  • @payalsinghal1644
    @payalsinghal1644 2 роки тому +4

    So helpful…I was scammed by Label by aishwaryika as I had paid around 14000 but received a bad quality product which was not returnable…Thank you so much for this video🧡

    • @rupanjanamitra9969
      @rupanjanamitra9969 2 роки тому +2

      Most of nykaafashion hidden gems and not so heard of brands are a scam. I have purchased few products- either the fabric or the stitching were off in all these cases. It is better to buy from local artisans.

    • @ManishaMalikIndia
      @ManishaMalikIndia  2 роки тому +4

      Sorry to hear that, I know how that feels, I've been scammed too.

    • @payalsinghal1644
      @payalsinghal1644 2 роки тому +2

      @@ManishaMalikIndia Your videos are really helping all of us…Thanks 🧡

    • @priyapatra4848
      @priyapatra4848 2 роки тому

      Does "ADA" brand sell real chikankari products or are those fake?

  • @RubinaSkincare
    @RubinaSkincare Рік тому +3

    I am soooooo glad you made this video. I have been collecting sarees made from pure fibres and absolutely love embroidery....I have been seeing the stuff in most high end stores and know it's all fake....once your hand touches a pure mul, georgette, chiffon, cotton and the embroidered threads you can never buy a mixed, fake yarn or embroidery. I have been embroidering as a passion too...its a relaxing art form that i dont think any young person spends time learning ....just loved your video. ❤️

    • @ManishaMalikIndia
      @ManishaMalikIndia  Рік тому +1

      Thank you Rubina, I know what you mean. I have tried the fake ones as well. But I’d rather wait till I find an original piece.

  • @pa2707
    @pa2707 Рік тому +13

    Please do a series on various handwork, embroideries, fabrics from all states of India. Love this video.

  • @JoJo-lr2oy
    @JoJo-lr2oy Рік тому +1

    In my past life i must have been into chikankari...i don't see any other reason why this recommendation is soo intriguing.... 🙏

  • @ruechawla6893
    @ruechawla6893 Рік тому +18

    More power to you woman, for sharing that with the world. 💪

  • @smritigold
    @smritigold 3 місяці тому

    You are doing gods work right here. I grew up knowing and paying attention to the various fabrics art forms now a days hardly anything is pure just replicas and it’s sad how little people care about the real stuff or have knowledge of the same

  • @merrybee100
    @merrybee100 4 місяці тому +2

    Thanks so much for info..my husband did bring chikankari fabric from Lucknow and now I understand he was cheated..It was not cotton fabric but something like synthetic..

  • @MegaMar20
    @MegaMar20 8 місяців тому +1

    one of the more practical and useful video on the internet.

  • @AbhishekSingh-jk8si
    @AbhishekSingh-jk8si Рік тому +2

    I am from Lucknow and you are 100% right sister.

  • @GrumpyKitten375
    @GrumpyKitten375 2 роки тому +5

    Thank you Manisha for this. As an embroiderer, this is extremely valuable information that needs to get out there. That embroidery is stunning. The scammers are getting more and more adept at faking quality goods. I would much rather buy quality item direct from the artisan, then through an Internet website. Having a blog would be wonderful so we know where we can go to the direct source and support the artisans directly. Just like when Karl documented, the fake cashmere and pashmina shawls. People need to be aware of this, and not support fake or scamming. In Jordan queen, Rania has all over the country textile collectives run by women. They can go there. They make these wonderful Jordanian embroideries that are sold to the tourist market directly and they’re controlled and regulated and you know what you’re buying is supporting these women in these co-ops. I wonder if India has such groups?

    • @ManishaMalikIndia
      @ManishaMalikIndia  2 роки тому +2

      We do, I’ll be featuring one in the next video. Thank you so much for taking the time to share this with us😊

    • @kiranmaiganadi4296
      @kiranmaiganadi4296 2 роки тому

      @@ManishaMalikIndia I’ll be eagerly waiting for that blog

    • @23suruchi
      @23suruchi 2 роки тому

      @@ManishaMalikIndia waiting for your blog!

  • @apoorva4075
    @apoorva4075 Рік тому +1

    I was not fond of chikankari before, but now I ll buy sure. Thanks for information.

  • @SoumiaNishanth
    @SoumiaNishanth 7 місяців тому

    Very informative. I am a south indian who fell in love with chikankari work years back❤️mulmul and modal is my favorite ❤️❤️❤️wish to visit Lucknow once

  • @niveditabhattacharjee8090
    @niveditabhattacharjee8090 Рік тому

    Thanks Manisha for this video. Once I was at Delhi Airport and saw a Chikankari shop, but they were pretty costly. Out of doubts and confusion I couldn’t buy Kurti. Authenticity is a problem. Because of your video I can buy few great Kurtis now and help our hardworking wonderful artisans. My love for Chikankari will be rewarded.

  • @supriyajd
    @supriyajd 8 місяців тому

    Such wonderful insights to know so people stop buying fake and cheap stuff. Also the authentic artisan work is more sustainable which is the need of the hour. Glad you sharing it through this video 🤩❤

  • @shamimsobnom5819
    @shamimsobnom5819 8 місяців тому

    Thank you so much for this informative video. It will definitely create a conscious consumer base. In Dhaka (Bangladesh), I have experienced several times that shop owners tried to sell Hakoba (didn't know the term before) in the name of 'Indian Chikankari'. And a lot of women buy these pieces without realizing what they are buying actually.

  • @mayurisinha1989
    @mayurisinha1989 Рік тому +3

    Such a detailed information...!!

  • @alwaysjiji7198
    @alwaysjiji7198 2 роки тому +4

    thank you, I've always loved Indian artisianal textiles but never knew what they were, different styles and techniques. I definitely will be more attentive to the styles and even make sure I buy better garments. Thank you so much.

  • @chandanishah5748
    @chandanishah5748 5 місяців тому

    Love ur post ... Was already looking for this Intel to differentiate between machine, that is still possible but to spot pure handmade, i can now believe my instincts are right ❤
    Thanks to share pure art

  • @mangeshbhise98
    @mangeshbhise98 Рік тому +1

    You guys are working very hard to promote India.....love

  • @michellerogers3312
    @michellerogers3312 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing, it makes more sense the way you have explained. A shame that ppl have made fakes, but scammers are everywhere, I'll look out for your blog on finding the real deal, and stay away from fakes. I prefer quality for sure. It's the same when I weave bags made from flax it takes time and not all are the same but you can tell it's handmade.

  • @nirupamasharma9710
    @nirupamasharma9710 Рік тому

    I appreciate your very hard work. Nobody takes interest in quality only cheap work with low quality fabric. There are many types of handwork.

  • @gurdevkaur4505
    @gurdevkaur4505 7 місяців тому +1

    Tears of respect for their art, and thousand thanks for sharing this information ❤❤❤ I love their art and wish to own one , the original one ❤❤❤❤

  • @sunandasengupta8113
    @sunandasengupta8113 8 місяців тому

    Long back while visiting Lucknow, I brought back chikankari sari, suit material. I never knew that it could be faked. But now I checked them out after so many years😅as per your video.. And thank god I was not cheated. Very good video.

  • @vidhisumariya
    @vidhisumariya 2 роки тому +5

    Thanks for putting so much efforts on creating this video and educating people on fake chickankari and supporting the artisan who put so much effort in creating this master piece. I always learn something new from your videos.

  • @Unit1947
    @Unit1947 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for this information. I am a dear fan of authentic pieces *buy few but buy authentic* and I appreciate your guidance on chickankari. Huge appreciation to all the artisans of our country.

  • @MsWatchdog
    @MsWatchdog Рік тому +2

    Whoa I have learned so much just from watching this so thank you. I wanted to go into Fashion design and this channel has helped me

  • @sarangasonvane6303
    @sarangasonvane6303 Рік тому +2

    It's so soothing to see an authentic channel.

  • @foodreligion78
    @foodreligion78 2 роки тому +4

    appreciate you mam for promoting weavers, you have to visit telangana for pochampally, gadwal , narayanpet sarees.

  • @whosamad
    @whosamad Місяць тому

    Great insights, Manisha!
    I'm from Lucknow and we are planning to integrate some sort of transparency in our upcoming chikankari store - a way that no customer is left with any skepticism.

  • @Lylisi
    @Lylisi 4 місяці тому

    I have done chikankari embroidery and it's one of the most beautiful embroideries. And yes It's not at all impossible to do it.

  • @AB.926
    @AB.926 8 місяців тому +2

    Girl thanks for this. We sometimes have to go out of India to appreciate what we have back home. I just got back and the wealth of handlooms and fabrics are unbelievable. I have boycotted all malls and fast fashion companies ❤

  • @shopaholicpals
    @shopaholicpals 5 місяців тому

    Went to Lucknow and got gorgeous genuine pieces from some local places that were handmade and had pretty good pricing (it ain’t cheap!) and people still had the audacity to say you can get these for cheap prices anyway in any market.

  • @nishasharma7308
    @nishasharma7308 Рік тому +2

    It's really time consuming & the matter of money & energy investment to make such knowledge sharing vlogs. Since chikankari kurtas are too expensive to afford sometimes (atleast 7-8000 bucks) & it's heartbreaking when you're cheated on.
    I really appreciate you & your efforts to make people (especially women) aware of the same.
    Love 💕

  • @needlekari
    @needlekari Рік тому +1

    Thank u so much @ManishaMalikIndia for showing the hard work done by the artisians ..I also sell chikankari goods most ppl want it cheap and don’t understand the difference between Original chikankari and fake one .. Really appreciate ur effort god bless u .. ☺️

  • @sreedevi.s18
    @sreedevi.s18 Рік тому +1

    It’s really appreciated for doing this valuable research and giving us such an important info.
    That’s true quality is imp. Than the quantity.

  • @harishgandhi4624
    @harishgandhi4624 Місяць тому

    Thanks for your kind advice it’s really eye opening I appreciate your free advice

  • @rituskingdom5880
    @rituskingdom5880 Рік тому +2

    Real eye opener. Thanks for this . I love chinkakari work and everything that is Lucknow ❤️. Can you please also do a similar video on authentic benarasi work??

  • @Nina-bp1lm
    @Nina-bp1lm Рік тому

    Hi Manisha, Quality over Quantity any day. This story popped up in my feed today. I loooove chikankari in the summer on mul. Very educational. Love your chikanari jacket and the ivory outfit you purchased.

  • @terminter_xd5199
    @terminter_xd5199 4 місяці тому

    Appreciate your efforts and thoughtfulness and your concern for the art and artisans.

  • @monatrivedi7828
    @monatrivedi7828 Рік тому +5

    There was nothing fake maybe just 10 years back. We at Lucknow used to get only genuine chikankari. Just over consumerism and social media are killing it.

  • @prachipurbia9061
    @prachipurbia9061 8 місяців тому

    I love chikankari and have always been fascinated by the artisans who make it. Thank you for sharing the awareness on how a fake and real Chikankari looks❤

  • @lyfisgud6984
    @lyfisgud6984 Рік тому

    I am glad to find ds video. I realised I got scammed by an online brand. Thanks fr opening my eyes.

  • @asawarimulgund7651
    @asawarimulgund7651 11 місяців тому

    Woww..thankyou ,you are helping us make authentic choices ,can you please enlist authentic shops too,that way we help propagate the honest businesspeople 😊

    • @ManishaMalikIndia
      @ManishaMalikIndia  11 місяців тому

      Thanks! Check out my Lucknow shopping vlog for the details😊

  • @namyareddy5550
    @namyareddy5550 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you! it was very informative

  • @anoopmaheshwari2823
    @anoopmaheshwari2823 9 місяців тому

    Very very useful video. Thanks for taking the time to create it

  • @Maniba_05
    @Maniba_05 Рік тому

    I am requesting you🥺. Please don't stop making these videos coz I have learnt so much from u and i am hoping to learn much more in the future as well🤗

  • @bharathisn6820
    @bharathisn6820 Рік тому

    You done very good job I love Lucknow workyou research about other hand embroidery works also you done very good job hand embroidery fascinated people

  • @minakhipadhy5393
    @minakhipadhy5393 Рік тому +1

    You are doing great 👍👍👍, I am glad that you aware the people and the other hand help the chikankari artists .

  • @khushboomanglia1897
    @khushboomanglia1897 Рік тому

    Randomly came through this video. Great work done. Keep it up. Would love to see more such videos with different sort of fabrics.

  • @level-Up-Together
    @level-Up-Together 2 роки тому +2

    What an informative content. Thank you dear 💕

  • @KMMK2371
    @KMMK2371 6 місяців тому

    This is fascinating! Thank you!

  • @sidrasultanbaig4
    @sidrasultanbaig4 Рік тому

    Thank you very much for doing so much hard work and forwarding this message to everyone. This video helps many in understanding how to select a pure, authentic, quality chikankari fabric. 👍Great work done.

  • @zilldave4070
    @zilldave4070 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for coming up with this video and information! Finally someone said it👏 It will be of much help if you could please link websites, Instagram stores that sell original good quality chikankaru kurti.

  • @asmitagupta3413
    @asmitagupta3413 Рік тому

    Tremendous job to identify real one to rejuvenate our old-age artform.articians should get motivation and security for their livelihood ,only then this kind art can be protected from being a part of history

  • @soniyakadam3675
    @soniyakadam3675 Рік тому

    Mam I prefer quality and authentic work. Thank you Mam for sharing wonderful information.

  • @sapnamelanta2381
    @sapnamelanta2381 Рік тому

    Yes agree....one genuine piece is better... can be treasured

  • @nishikumari1902
    @nishikumari1902 Рік тому

    Really salute. It's so important to know the difference.

  • @HomoSapien8
    @HomoSapien8 2 роки тому +3

    The white kurta is so beautiful.
    It is light , as well as royal.

  • @rosefangirl8035
    @rosefangirl8035 5 місяців тому

    Thank you for doing such wonderful and detailed research. Truly did a awesome work. I will definitely look closer to buy the chikankari clothes. I find them very elegant to wear.

  • @mbhang834
    @mbhang834 Рік тому +6

    I almost quit thinking this was about food, and fake chicken curry is made using soya etc 😂. Good that you have highlighted this craft form here - very informative.

  • @nutcracker5094
    @nutcracker5094 6 місяців тому

    Please recommend a place in Lucknow that has an online option too... Real quality product🙏🏼

  • @rajashreedas8798
    @rajashreedas8798 2 роки тому

    I definitely agree with you. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I really really didn't know the difference. I love love love chikankari work. I have 4 kurtas...and now I know that those are not the real ones. Hope to buy a real one soon. I expect you to share such knowledge more and more. Since you are very much into this field.... you get to explore more. Thank you once again. Keep up the great work... Good luck to you...more Blessings to you... Much Love...

  • @nestabundantly
    @nestabundantly 8 місяців тому

    That's such a valuable information ❤ much appreciated

  • @gurjeetkaur1327
    @gurjeetkaur1327 Рік тому

    Knowledgeable......Thnx.....me a gr888 fan of chikenkari...!!!👍

  • @rookmanikaur6170
    @rookmanikaur6170 Рік тому +3

    Manisha, you are so elegant, so delicate and immensely beautiful. I’m so excited that you are uncovering the hidden talents of India as well as letting your viewers know how to avoid being scammed. ❤️

  • @harpreetkaurjass
    @harpreetkaurjass 7 місяців тому

    Definitely quality matters. And it is important to differentiate.

  • @tanugupta2198
    @tanugupta2198 8 днів тому

    Thank you so much for these valuable info. You efforts are really appreciated that people like me are able to recognise true art and can help to prey them.
    Can you please share names of the stores where we can shop. Thanks much!

  • @amazinggitanjalisingh
    @amazinggitanjalisingh 8 місяців тому

    O my God, you are truly sweetheart ❤❤ thanks for this information, you really did lots of research for this❤

  • @neelumahmed1757
    @neelumahmed1757 Рік тому

    What a good informative video , All of my favourite stuff mentioned ❤

  • @catherinesudhir6273
    @catherinesudhir6273 2 роки тому

    This is really helpful. Please make more videos like this.

  • @estherchandy6292
    @estherchandy6292 Рік тому

    Super super video. Thank you. Will always upcycle old chikankari garments. We must honor our craftsman

  • @neerajmainali9982
    @neerajmainali9982 Рік тому

    Yes i do agree with u as i m from lko and know chikan Kari for the last 27 yrs

  • @SMakhdoom
    @SMakhdoom Рік тому

    Quality of course. Luckily I have found some trusted brands where I buy my authentic chicken Kari pieces with peace of mind.I do embroidery myself, especialy Kashmiri embroidery as a hobby, for my personal use. So spotting the difference for me is second nature.

  • @subhashreepradhan4680
    @subhashreepradhan4680 4 місяці тому

    Tq dear,to know the quality over quantity ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @ribhutcs
    @ribhutcs 4 місяці тому

    Very informative video. Thank you

  • @amitamalik4244
    @amitamalik4244 Рік тому

    Very nicely you explained the intricacies of chikankari. I admire your sincerity

  • @mariyamfathima5177
    @mariyamfathima5177 Рік тому

    Good n unique job. Thank you. I dint even think of knowing it other way than from this video.

  • @aucknew
    @aucknew Рік тому

    Very informative!!! Thanks a lot 🙏

  • @shanazghaffoor3368
    @shanazghaffoor3368 Рік тому

    Very informative. Thank you. I adore any clothing with chikankari work.

  • @Codetutor-DemystifyCoding
    @Codetutor-DemystifyCoding Рік тому

    This is highly educational!!

  • @gorgeousdays7
    @gorgeousdays7 Рік тому

    I appreciate the patience of the karigars. Hats off.