What is zardozi? Zardozi, or zar-douzi, is a Persian word, ‘zar’ means gold and ‘dozi’ means embroidery, thereby translating ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Embroidery has come a long way since the days of ‘ole when ...

Soft, graceful, and intricately detailed — the Chikankari saree is the embodiment of quiet sophistication. Originating from Lucknow, this traditional hand embroidery technique transforms simple ...