Two Icons, One Kurta: Masoom Minawala & Surbhi Jyoti in the Naeem Multi Embroidered Chikankari Anarkali
There are pieces that simply exist in your wardrobe and then there are pieces that live there, moving through seasons, occasions, and moods without ever losing their magic. The Naeem Multi Embroidered Chikankari Anarkali Kurta is, without a doubt, one such piece.
When two women as vastly different in their energy as Masoom Minawala and Surbhi Jyoti both want to wear the same kurta, it’s no longer just a coincidence; it's a conversation starter on what true Indian dressing is all about.
Masoom's Take: Effortless Meets Editorial
Masoom has always had a flair for making Indian wear not only feel modern but also not lose its soul in the bargain. She paired the Naeem Anarkali with simple, minimalist accessories, like sleek gold earrings and the teeniest, most delicate strappy flats, allowing the beauty of the chikankari work to do exactly what it was meant to do: breathe, flow, and whisper elegance. The silhouette moved with her, not around her. That, my friends, is the beauty of a well-cut anarkali: it does not dress you, it is you.
Surbhi's Take: Drama, Warmth & Old-World Charm
Surbhi Jyoti had brought an entirely different kind of warmth to the same look. As an actress known for her naturally expressive style, she had layered the look with the kurta, the polki-inspired jewellery, and the kohl eyes, and the look had turned out to be almost filmy, in the best possible way. Where the look had turned simple in Masoom, it had turned romantic in Surbhi. The multi-coloured embroidery had found its perfect match in her quiet, confident femininity.
About the Kurta
The Naeem Chikankari Anarkali is a masterclass in subtlety and skill. The fabric is lightweight, perfect for the warmer months in India, but it features intricate multi-thread chikankari embroidery on the yoke and hem, a style that is quintessentially Lucknowi. The long length is flattering on all shapes, perfect for a mehendi day as much as it is for a night out at dinner.
The Lesson Here?
Great ethnic wear isn't about the occasion it was made for; it's about the woman wearing the garment. Masoom and Surbhi had already proven that the same kurta could accommodate two entirely different worlds within itself. Dress it up, dress it down, dress it yours.
That is the beauty of chikankari. And that is the reason some garments never really leave your wardrobe; they just get better with time.
