Everything You Need to Know

Reshambagh is rooted in Aminabad, Lucknow, the historic centre of India's Zardozi craft. Every piece is hand-embroidered by karigars who have practised for decades. We do not outsource, we do not mass-produce, and we do not take shortcuts. Each garment carries the memory of the hands that made it.

Zardozi is a centuries-old technique of working real gold and silver wire, beads, and precious stones onto stretched fabric. Originating in the Mughal courts, it is considered the highest form of Indian embroidery. A single bridal lehenga can take four months of work by a skilled karigar.

Dabka is a coiled metal thread used in embroidery to create raised, rope-like lines and dimensional texture. Unlike flat zari thread, Dabka gives motifs a sculptural quality, it is used to outline and define patterns within Zardozi compositions.

Zardozi uses metallic wire, beads, and gold/silver thread to create rich, raised surface embroidery, it is dense, ornate, and light-catching. Chikankari is its opposite: delicate white-on-white hand embroidery worked on fine muslin, known for its restraint and subtle texture. Both originate in Lucknow but are entirely different traditions.

Begin by sharing your vision, a sketch, reference image, fabric swatch, or simply an idea. Our team will translate your direction into a detailed embroidery design: handwork style, materials, and placement are agreed before work begins. Once approved, the piece goes to our karigars in Lucknow. The process typically takes 6–16 weeks depending on complexity.

A typical custom order takes 6–10 weeks. A heavily embroidered bridal piece with Zardozi work can take 12–16 weeks. We will give you a clear timeline before work begins and keep you updated throughout the process.

Yes. If you have a garment or fabric you would like embroidered, bring it to us or send it to our studio. We will assess its suitability for the handwork style you have in mind and advise on the best approach.

We work primarily with silk katan, georgette, chanderi, organza, and fine muslin, sourced in person from mills in Varanasi, Surat, and Chanderi. We test every bolt by hand before it enters the Karkhana. We use only natural fibres.

Yes. Bridal embroidery is at the heart of what we do. We create full bridal ensembles, lehengas, shararas, gararas, suits, and sarees, with Zardozi, Dabka, and other heritage handwork. Each bridal piece is a commission: designed around your vision, your occasion, and your garment.

Yes. Our studio is in Aminabad, Lucknow. You are welcome to visit by appointment, see the karigars at work, handle the fabrics, and discuss your requirements in person. Use the contact form or WhatsApp to arrange a visit.

Dry clean only. Store folded in acid-free tissue, away from direct light. Never hang a heavily embroidered piece, the weight of the embroidery will distort the fabric over time. Keep in a breathable cotton bag, not plastic.

Yes. We ship to most countries. International orders are shipped fully insured and tracked. Delivery typically takes 5–10 working days depending on the destination. Customs and import duties are the responsibility of the recipient.