KARI KAFTAN

KARI KAFTAN – Slow Fashion with Chikankari Artistry

The Kari Kaftan offers timeless elegance through the ancient art of Chikankari embroidery. This ethereal kaftan features delicate white-on-white embroidery on airy cotton, creating an elegant bohemian essential for free-spirited women. 

Available in one size, this piece represents slow fashion through traditional handcrafted embroidery and quality natural cotton, whilst embodying ethical fashion practices through Lucknawi artisan support. 

The Kari Kaftan showcases authentic Chikankari, a traditional embroidery style from Lucknow, India. The intricate white-on-white embroidery creates subtle shadow effects and delicate patterns through hand-stitched running stitches, a technique that requires patience and considerable skill. 

This piece celebrates Lucknawi chikan, which received Geographical Indication status in 2008, recognising Lucknow as the exclusive hub of this ancient art form. The breathable cotton fabric provides the perfect base for this fine needlework, creating comfortable elegance ideal for warm weather. 

This slow fashion approach honours artisans who preserve these time-intensive techniques, creating garments designed to be cherished for their handcrafted beauty.

The Kari Kaftan's flowing silhouette and ethereal white-on-white embroidery make it a versatile piece that elevates your style effortlessly. Wear it as an elegant beach cover-up, layer it over simple tops and trousers for casual sophistication, or style it with sandals for relaxed summer days. The airy cotton ensures comfortable breathability whilst the delicate Chikankari embroidery adds refined detail without overwhelming your look. 

This timeless kaftan embodies slow fashion principles through bohemian styling that works across multiple seasons and settings, offering free-spirited elegance for the conscious wardrobe.

Why You'll Love It

• Authentic Chikankari embroidery showcases traditional Lucknawi artistry

• Its white-on-white design creates timeless elegance that supports sustainable fashion

• Airy cotton fabric offers comfortable breathability for warm weather

• The Bohemian flowing silhouette works as a cover-up or a standalone piece

• Preserves ancient craft and supports artisans in keeping hand embroidery traditions alive