Welcome to Ehaab Couture. a label that celebrates culture, nostlagia and old world charm through India's indegenous tradition of chikankari. Inspired by the rich cultural tapestry of Lucknow, Ehaab Couture is a label founded by actors Ali Fazal, Richa Chadha in collaboration with the city's own famed designer Yasmin Saeed. More than a label, it is a heartfelt expression of love towards bygone and timeless elegance.

Ehaab : a gift/ to gift someone,
from root Arabic word 'ehb' which means 'spiritual favour'.

...Because chikankari is Lucknow's gift to the world. With Ehaab, we envision classic fashion which is a medium of love. Because nothing says love quite like handmade.

Ehaab aims to support the artisans who are the true custodians of India's handcrafted legacy. We recognise their invaluable contribution and work closely and ethically with them to nurture both chikankari and the hands behind it.

Ehaab Couture is not just a brand; it's a celebration of tradition, craftsmanship and compassion. Through their creations, we invite you to experience the magic of all things handcrafted and join us in our journey to preserve and promote India's rich cultural heritage.

At Ehaab Couture, we proudly introduce our exclusive collection of chikankari kurtis, chikankari kurta set, meticulously handcrafted to perfection. Our range includes timeless chikan kurtis for women, as well as elegant chikankari kurta sets for men, each bearing the hallmark of our dedication to quality and tradition.

From coloured chikan kurtis to classic black chikankari kurtas, our collection showcases the versatility and elegance of this age-old craft. Whether you're searching for a white chikankari kurta set or a navy blue chikan kurta, Ehaab Couture offers a curated selection that embodies the essence of Indian craftsmanship and style.

Discover the art of gifting with Ehaab Couture and embrace fashion that is as exquisite as it is meaningful.

About Chikankari

Chikankari came to India as a part of the cultural exchange with Persia, along with the Mughals, 12th century poets were using the word 'chikan' as a a for needle. Hence, delicate, intricate needle embroidery with needle began to be termed chikankari..

According to Laila Tyabji, one of the founders of Dastkaar, "Legend says it was Nur Jahan, a noted aesthete and embroiderer, who, while making an Eid cap for her husband, the Emperor Jehangir, conceived the idea of using the fine white cotton mull for which Indian weavers were famous, as a base for her sticthery."

After the decline of the Mughal courts, Chikankari was favoured by the court of Oudh or Awadh, present day Lucknow, with the embroidery done on the finest jamdani muslin.

Nawab Wajid Ali Shah, the last King of Awadh was also known as a fashion forward royal. He appears to be wearing chikankari here, in this portrait

Chikankari soon became a favourite among aristocrats and nobles at the royal court. The translucent quality of the fabric indeed may have created quite a stir in the 17th century and onwards. In fact the greater the intricacy of the embroidery, the greater the prominence of the wearer, as chikankari was fine needlework and required hours and hours of work.

Noble ladies playing chess - From the book - 'chikankari a Lucknawi Tradition' By Paola Manfredi

It seems desirable to give the position of importance to that 'chikan' of Lucknow, though in historic sequence it is probable that the craft originated in Eastern Bengal and was only carried to Lucknow in a period of luxury and extravagance that characterized the latter term of the Court of Oudh. the Kings of Oudh attracted to their capital many of the famous craftsmen of India, hence Lucknow, to this day, has the larger range of artistic workers than are to be found in almost any other town of India. Lucknow chikan work is perhaps the most artistic and most delicate form of what may be called the purely indigenous needlework of India.
-from the book - Indian Arts at Delhi , 1903- By George Watt.