Shirts & Tops

A chikankari shirt is the piece you keep reaching for. It's light, soft and easy to style, and the hand embroidery makes even the simplest outfit look special. At Chikankari Hues, our collection of chikankari shirts for women takes a traditional Lucknow craft and gives it a modern, relaxed shape. Think roomy oversized cuts, classic button-downs and long shirt dresses, all with motifs placed by hand.

Wear one with denim on a weekday, over a skirt on the weekend or as a light layer on holiday. These shirts work hard and still look effortless.

Our Chikankari Shirt Styles

Oversized Chikankari Shirts

If comfort comes first, start here. Our oversized shirts have a roomy, relaxed cut that looks great open over a tee or buttoned up on its own.

• Yellow Garden Oversized Shirt is deep mustard-yellow cotton with earthy chikankari embroidery on the front.
• Yellow Butterbird Oversized Shirt is a soft, bright and playful cotton shirt in a light shade.
• Lilac Garden Shirt is an elegant oversized cotton shirt in lilac with handcrafted floral charm.
• Mandala Oversized Shirt is a subtle, sophisticated cotton shirt rooted in traditional design.
• Lavender Line Oversized Top is a minimal top in soft lavender cotton.

Cotton Button-Down Shirts

These are polished, versatile and easy to dress up or down.

• Marigold Mirrage Shirt is marigold-yellow cotton with camel-motif embroidery inspired by desert heritage, in a relaxed button-down fit.
• Rani Pink Shirt is bold, regal pink cotton for days when you want a pop of colour.
• Begum Blue Shirt is graceful blue cotton with a refined look.
• Three Leaf Shirt is soft mauve cotton with three chikankari booti motifs and a stylised button-back opening.
• The Karma Shirt is elegant breathable cotton with a contemporary edge.

Chikankari Shirt Dresses

• Murri Pearl Shirt Dress is made from non-transparent rayon with exquisite chikankari detailing.
• Bug Out: The Quirky Color Pop Shirt is a long modal shirt dress with handmade, colourful bug designs.

Why You'll Love Our Chikankari Shirts

Breathable fabrics. Most of our shirts are cotton, which is light and soft on the skin and well suited to hot, humid weather. Our shirt dresses use rayon and modal for a smooth drape.

Fits for every mood. Choose a roomy oversized shirt, a relaxed button-down or a long shirt dress. Sizes run from S to XL, and the oversized styles come in S–M, L–XL and 2XL–3XL.

Embroidery with character. Camels, leaves, florals, mandalas and even bugs show how traditional chikankari can feel fresh.

The Craft Behind Chikankari

Chikankari is a Lucknow tradition that is more than 400 years old. Every shirt goes through several steps: pattern design, hand embroidery, washing and finishing. Because each piece is made by hand, small variations are part of its charm. Buying one supports the artisans who keep this craft alive.

How to Style Your Chikankari Shirt

• With denim or trousers: Tuck in a button-down like the Marigold Mirrage and add loafers or flats.
• As a layer: Wear an oversized shirt open over a plain tank or tee, with straight jeans or shorts.
• Skirt or palazzo days: Pair a pastel shirt such as the Lilac Garden or Lavender Line with a matching bottom. See our chikankari bottoms.
• Colour-pop looks: Style the Rani Pink or Yellow Garden with neutrals and let the colour speak.
• Travel and beach days: Throw one over swimwear or wear it as a light cover-up.

Find Your Fit

Each style fits a little differently, and the oversized cuts are intentionally roomy. Check the size guide on each product page before ordering. If you're between sizes, message us on WhatsApp and we'll help you pick.

Care Tips

• Hand wash gently in cold water with a mild detergent.
• Avoid scrubbing or wringing the embroidered areas.
• Dry in shade, away from direct sunlight.
• Iron on the reverse side at medium heat.

Complete Your Look

• Chikankari Dresses
• Chikankari Cord Sets
• Chikankari Bottoms
• Cotton Chikankari Collection
• Modal Collection
• Yellow Chikankari
• Pink Chikankari
• Blue Chikankari

Why Shop from Chikankari Hues

Chikankari Hues is a Made in India label built on authentic craftsmanship and everyday wearability. Our customers often tell us our pieces feel unique and not like the usual chikankari shirt, which is exactly what we aim for.

You also get free shipping on all orders, cash on delivery and easy exchange within 7 days.