The Chikankari Saree Care Guide

Chikankari is a celebration of patience and fine detail. Each Firgun piece is hand-embroidered by skilled artisans, carrying forward the traditional craft of Lucknow. Thoughtful care is a way to cherish that work, wear after wear.

Whether you are choosing your first piece from our Sarees collection or caring for a favourite, begin with the gentle care guidance below.

Gentle hand washing

For Chikankari pieces suitable for hand washing, Firgun recommends a gentle wash in cold water using a mild detergent. Do not wring, rub or soak. Avoid harsh detergents and machine washing to maintain the finesse of the embroidery. If you are unsure whether your saree can be hand washed, check with our team first.

Dry flat in shade

After hand washing, dry your saree flat in shade. Keep this step as gentle as the wash itself: do not wring the fabric.

When to choose dry cleaning

Dry cleaning is ideal for delicate fabrics such as georgette and Chanderi, or intricately embroidered pieces. Choose care suited to your saree’s fabric and embroidery rather than treating every piece alike.

Care by fabric

Georgette and Chanderi

Firgun recommends dry cleaning for these delicate fabrics, particularly when the embroidery is intricate.

Cotton, Kota Doria, Chanderi tissue and organza

For these fabrics, confirm the care method for your particular saree with our team before washing it at home. Do not assume that the general hand-wash guidance applies to every piece, or that advice for Chanderi also applies to Chanderi tissue.

Before storing your saree

Storage needs can differ by fabric and embroidery. Contact our team for advice on storage materials and folding suited to your particular saree.

Cherishing handmade detail

Slight variations in embroidery or colour are a natural part of handmade work. No two Firgun pieces are exactly alike. With proper care, Chikankari embroidery lasts beautifully.

For help with washing or storing a particular saree, email care@firgun.co.in or contact us on WhatsApp at +91 9999455165.

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