The Manjari Journal

Discover style insights and trends on our fashion lifestyle blog.

Why Should Women Have All the Fun with Chikankari?

Why Should Women Have All the Fun with Chikankari? I have often wondered — why should women have all the fun with Chikankari? For...
Post by Shalini Mishra
Aug 23 2026
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When a Needle Becomes a Teacher | Lucknavi Chikankari, Life & Vedanta | Manjari Chikankari

When a Needle Becomes a Teacher: What Lucknowi Chikankari Can Teach Us About Life, Purpose and Vedanta "Sometimes, a thread is much more than...
Post by Shalini Mishra
Aug 04 2026
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Beyond Embroidery: The Human Stories Behind Every Chikankari Creation

One of the most important lessons I have learnt while building Manjari, our Lucknowi Chikankari brand, is that the work is never just about...
Post by Shalini Mishra
Jun 23 2026
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Hand-Embroidered Chikankari vs Machine Embroidery: How to Identify Authentic Chikankari

Growing up in Lucknow, I have always been surrounded by Chikankari. Over the years, one question I am frequently asked is: How do I...
Post by Shalini Mishra
Jun 02 2026
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