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BLACK SHADOW WORK

A black pure viscose sleeveless kurti in dense tonal Chikankari floral embroidery, with a beaded centre placket and a straight A-line cut. Sold as the kurti only.


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SIZE M(Bust-38)
COLOR Black
MATERIAL Pure Viscose
GENDER Female
SLEEVE LENGTH Sleeveless
PRODUCT TYPE Kurti

There's a version of Chikankari that doesn't need contrast, colour, or even much construction to make its case — just density, repetition, and a colour that holds its own. This kurti is built on that idea. A dusty, slightly dusky blue Georgette carries an allover shadow work pattern of leaf and floral motifs, worked closely enough across the entire body that the texture reads before the individual motifs do. Small pearl-toned beads trace the keyhole neckline and edge the side seams, adding a quiet glint against the tonal embroidery. The back takes a slightly different approach — a single floral medallion placed at the upper back, with smaller diamond motifs scattered below it rather than repeating the dense front pattern exactly. Simple spaghetti straps and a clean, sleeveless cut let the fabric and embroidery do all the talking. Sold as the kurti alone.

This kurti is made in pure Georgette — a lightweight fabric with a fine crinkled texture and a naturally fluid drape. On a dense, allover shadow work pattern like this one, Georgette gives the embroidery enough structure to hold its texture clearly while keeping the overall silhouette light rather than heavy.

What this means for the wearer:

  • Lightweight and breathable — comfortable for extended daytime and evening wear
  • The density of embroidery here gives the georgette a more substantial, textured hand than a lightly embroidered piece would, while still keeping the fabric itself light
  • A muted, dusty blue tone that holds its colour well against the tonal thread work
  • A delicate fabric best handled with gentle, low-heat care

Since this listing is for the kurti only, styling suggestions below are pairing ideas — not included items.

As styled (tonal, considered): Paired with matching dusty blue straight trousers and flat ballet-style shoes, as shown, for a fully tonal, quietly elevated look. Suited to daytime events, dinners, or any occasion where a muted colour palette feels more considered than a bold statement.

Reinterpreted, contemporary routes:

  • With similar colored straight trousers — a clean, neutral base that lets the dusty blue and the density of the embroidery stand out clearly.
  • With denim in a similar wash — a tonal, everyday take on the piece, taking it out of occasion-only territory.
  • With gold or pearl jewellery, picking up the bead detailing already on the kurti — pearl drop earrings in particular would echo the neckline trim directly.

Footwear: flat ballet shoes or sandals for daywear; a low heel for evening.

The embroidery on this kurti is worked in shadow work (saya), a Chikankari technique where the stitching is worked from the reverse of the fabric so the pattern shows through as a soft, diffused outline rather than sitting raised on the surface. Here it's worked at high density, covering the kurti almost entirely.

What's visible on this piece:

  • Dense, allover leaf-and-floral shadow work covering the front of the kurti from the yoke down to the hem, giving the piece a rich, textured surface rather than an isolated motif or panel
  • Pearl-toned bead detailing along the keyhole neckline, adding a small but deliberate point of shine against the tonal embroidery
  • Beaded trim running the length of the side seams, echoing the neckline detail and giving the straight silhouette a finished edge
  • A single floral medallion motif at the upper back, with smaller diamond-shaped motifs scattered below it — a different, more restrained treatment on the back panel compared to the density at the front

The combination of dense shadow work with bead detailing is a more elaborate treatment than shadow work alone — the beading gives the eye specific points of focus against the otherwise continuous tonal texture, which is worth calling out as a genuine point of craft difference from a plain shadow work piece.

Note: "hand-embroidered" is intentionally not used above, since that status needs confirmation from the product record. Shadow work is traditionally a hand technique, so if verified, it's worth stating clearly — Lunevi's approach is to under-claim until confirmed, not romanticise in the meantime.

Top questions answered


This kurti is made in pure Georgette — a lightweight fabric that holds dense shadow work embroidery with a rich, textured finish while staying light to wear.

The kurti features light shadow work Chikankari worked densely across the front, with pearl-toned bead detailing at the neckline and side seams, and a floral medallion motif at the back.

Yes — this piece has a sleeveless, spaghetti-strap silhouette rather than the sleeved cut seen on other kurtis in the range.

No — this listing is for the kurti only. The dusty blue trousers shown are for styling reference.

It pairs well with white or ivory trousers, tonal denim, or a light jacket layered over the sleeveless cut.