{"id":78981,"date":"2026-04-26T05:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-25T23:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/?p=78981"},"modified":"2026-04-25T15:53:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-25T10:23:21","slug":"chikankari-takes-up-to-6-months-to-embroider","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/chikankari-takes-up-to-6-months-to-embroider\/","title":{"rendered":"Did You Know\u00a0Chikankari\u00a0Takes Up to 6 Months to Embroider by Hand?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<!-- wp:tadv\/classic-paragraph -->\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW47110304 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW47110304 BCX0\">When you hold a piece of delicate fabric adorned with fine white threads, it feels weightless and effortless, as if the patterns simply\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW47110304 BCX0\">floated<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW47110304 BCX0\"> onto the cloth. Yet, this striking lightness masks an intense labor of love that can take up to six months to complete. Rooted in the regal city of Nawabs, L<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW47110304 BCX0\">ucknow<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW47110304 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW47110304 BCX0\">chikankari<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW47110304 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW47110304 BCX0\">represents<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW47110304 BCX0\">\u00a0a pinnacle of meticulous artistry. Artisans spend countless hours turning simple fabrics into intricate tapestries of light and shadow. This handcrafted\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW47110304 BCX0\">indian<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW47110304 BCX0\">\u00a0embroidery relies entirely on subtlety and precision, where the quiet rhythm of a needle creates masterpieces that transcend generations. To wear\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW47110304 BCX0\">chikankari<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW47110304 BCX0\">\u00a0embroidery is to wear half a year of unwavering dedication.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW47110304 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW204922800 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW204922800 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">The Six-Month Story Behind Every Thread<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW204922800 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:299,&quot;335559739&quot;:299}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The journey from a blank yard of fabric to a finished masterpiece is a study\u00a0in\u00a0patience. The\u00a0chikankari\u00a0embroidery process demands intense focus, passing through several specialized hands before it ever reaches a wardrobe. Creating authentic handmade\u00a0chikankari\u00a0requires distinct, deliberate phases:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fabric preparation and selection:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Artisans carefully choose soft, breathable textiles that can withstand months of needlework without losing their drape or integrity.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Block printing the design:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Craftspeople stamp the chosen patterns onto the fabric using wooden blocks dipped in temporary, washable dyes to serve as a guide.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hand embroidery techniques:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Skilled embroiderers trace the printed lines with their needles, spending weeks or months bringing the floral and geometric motifs to life.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Washing and finishing:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0The fabric undergoes rigorous washing to remove the printed ink and soften the threads, revealing the pristine final design.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:tadv\/classic-paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":78976,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/banner1.png\" alt=\"Signature Stitches That Define Chikankari \" class=\"wp-image-78976\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/banner1.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/banner1-300x210.png 300w, https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/banner1-768x538.png 768w, https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/banner1-200x140.png 200w, https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/banner1-585x410.png 585w, https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/banner1-150x105.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:tadv\/classic-paragraph -->\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW36901319 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW36901319 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Signature Stitches That Define\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW36901319 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Chikankari<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW36901319 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:299,&quot;335559739&quot;:299}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW162702942 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW162702942 BCX0\">What makes this art form visually distinct is its incredible variety of textures. Artisans use up to 32 distinct\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW162702942 BCX0\">chikankari<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW162702942 BCX0\">\u00a0stitches to create depth rather than simply repeating a single method. For instance,\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW162702942 BCX0\">bakhiya<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW162702942 BCX0\">\u00a0embroidery creates a beautiful shadow effect by filling the pattern on the back of the fabric, allowing the design to gently show through on the front. Meanwhile,\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW162702942 BCX0\">phanda<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW162702942 BCX0\">\u00a0yields tiny, raised knot-like textures, and\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW162702942 BCX0\">jaali<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW162702942 BCX0\">\u00a0work\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW162702942 BCX0\">chikankari<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW162702942 BCX0\">\u00a0mimics the look of delicate latticework by carefully pulling apart the warp and weft threads without cutting them. Together, these techniques form a multidimensional surface that catches the light from every angle.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW162702942 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW91587611 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW91587611 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">A Craft That Moves with Time, Not Trends<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW91587611 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:299,&quot;335559739&quot;:299}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW172364678 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW172364678 BCX0\">While deeply rooted in tradition, this art form gracefully adapts to the present moment. Modern\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW172364678 BCX0\">chikankari<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW172364678 BCX0\">\u00a0styles have expanded far beyond the classic white-on-white muslins. Today, you will find this delicate threadwork gracing softer pastel palettes, bold jewel tones, and luxurious modern fabrics like organza and silk. It has seamlessly woven its way into contemporary\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW172364678 BCX0\">indian<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW172364678 BCX0\">\u00a0embroidery by embracing modern silhouettes\u2014from tailored trousers and structured jackets to\u00a0<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW172364678 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/aza-curates\/tropical-holiday\/3852\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW172364678 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW172364678 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">breezy resort wear<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW172364678 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW172364678 BCX0\">\u2014all while\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW172364678 BCX0\">retaining<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW172364678 BCX0\">\u00a0the unmistakable identity that makes the craft so special.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW172364678 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW223400228 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW223400228 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">What Six Months of Craft Really Means<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW223400228 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:299,&quot;335559739&quot;:299}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW228596493 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228596493 BCX0\">Holding a garment that took six months to make\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228596493 BCX0\">shifts how<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228596493 BCX0\">\u00a0we think about what we wear. It\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228596493 BCX0\">represents<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228596493 BCX0\">\u00a0a commitment to slow fashion\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228596493 BCX0\">India<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228596493 BCX0\">, prioritizing deep skill and generational craftsmanship over mass production. Every floral motif and shadowed petal carries the physical time and silent stories of the artisans who made it. Investing in artisan made clothing means supporting a living heritage and choosing enduring value over fleeting seasonal fads.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW228596493 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:tadv\/classic-paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":78975,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/banner2.png\" alt=\"What Six Months of Craft Really Means \" class=\"wp-image-78975\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/banner2.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/banner2-300x210.png 300w, https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/banner2-768x538.png 768w, https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/banner2-200x140.png 200w, https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/banner2-585x410.png 585w, https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/banner2-150x105.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:tadv\/classic-paragraph -->\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW205486424 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205486424 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">How to Identify Authentic\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205486424 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Chikankari<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW205486424 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:299,&quot;335559739&quot;:299}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:tadv\/classic-paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:tadv\/classic-paragraph -->\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With the rise of machine-made replicas, knowing how to spot authentic\u00a0chikankari\u00a0work preserves the integrity of the craft.\u00a0A true\u00a0hand embroidered\u00a0chikankari\u00a0reveals its human origins if you know where to look. You can\u00a0identify\u00a0the real work through a few distinct markers:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Slight irregularities that signal handwork:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0No two motifs will look perfectly identical, as human hands naturally create tiny variations.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Neat but visible threadwork on the reverse:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0The back of the fabric will show the careful, complex knots and traveling threads of the artisan.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Soft, breathable fabrics that complement the embroidery:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0True artisans use high-quality, natural textiles that allow the needle to\u00a0glide\u00a0and the fabric to drape beautifully.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW38952977 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38952977 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">When and Where to Wear\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38952977 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Chikankari<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW38952977 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:299,&quot;335559739&quot;:299}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230483855 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230483855 BCX0\">Because of its breathable nature and elegant drape, this craft fits perfectly into both quiet moments and grand celebrations. Flowing\u00a0<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW230483855 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.azafashions.com\/aza-curates\/chikankari-styles\/454\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW230483855 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230483855 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">chikankari<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230483855 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">\u00a0outfits for summer<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230483855 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230483855 BCX0\">\u00a0offer unmatched comfort during warm,\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230483855 BCX0\">sunlit<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230483855 BCX0\"> days. 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