Indian Art Forms
Kundan Embroidery in Delhi — Gemstone Embellished Couture
Kundan — the art of setting polished glass stones and gems into fabric using gold foil — creates a jewel-like brilliance that transforms garments into wearable art. At Le Wraps, kundan embroidery is a signature element of our most luxurious bridal creations.
Origin
Rajasthan, India (Rajput courts)
The Heritage of Kundan Work
Kundan work in textiles draws from the ancient Rajasthani art of kundan jewelry-making, where uncut gemstones are set in gold foil. Applied to fabric, kundan involves setting polished stones — glass, semi-precious, or crystal — into embroidered settings using gold-wrapped thread or adhesive backed by fine stitching. This technique adds a jewelry-like quality to garments, creating focal points that catch and reflect light. Historically reserved for royal garments and ceremonial attire, kundan embroidery is now a cornerstone of luxury Indian bridal fashion.
The Technique Behind Kundan Work
Fabric kundan work involves creating a 'setting' using metallic thread (often dabka or zardozi) on the fabric, then placing a polished flat-back stone into the setting and securing it with surrounding embroidery. The stones are typically glass, crystal, or semi-precious gems in various shapes — round, teardrop, oval, and square. Skilled artisans arrange kundan stones in patterns — floral motifs, borders, and all-over jaal (lattice) designs. The combination of reflective stones and metallic thread creates extraordinary depth and sparkle.
Kundan Work Garments at Le Wraps
Bridal Lehengas with kundan and zardozi combination
Heavy Bridal Sarees with kundan border
Saree Blouses with kundan focal motifs
Designer Dupattas with kundan corners
Wedding Lehengas with kundan jaal work
Cocktail Gowns with strategic kundan placement
Kundan Work at Le Wraps — Our Expertise
Kundan work demands both embroidery skill and a jeweler's eye for stone placement. At Le Wraps, Nidhi Sachdev designs kundan patterns that create maximum visual impact while maintaining garment comfort. We source premium stones — from glass to Swarovski to semi-precious — and our artisans set each one with precision embroidery that ensures stones stay secure through hours of wear and celebration.
Kundan Work Pricing
Kundan embroidery starts from ₹10,000 for blouses with focal motifs. Heavy kundan bridal lehengas range from ₹1,50,000 to ₹6,00,000+ depending on stone quality and coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions — Kundan Work
Do kundan stones fall off?
Not when done properly. Our artisans secure each stone with reinforced embroidery settings. We also offer complimentary stone replacement if any come loose within the first year.
Can I choose the stone colors?
Absolutely — we offer a wide range of stone colors, from clear crystal to emerald green, ruby red, sapphire blue, and more to match your outfit.
Is kundan work heavy?
Kundan adds some weight, but less than heavy zardozi. We balance stone placement and coverage to ensure comfortable wear.
Can kundan be combined with other techniques?
Yes — kundan is almost always combined with zardozi, dabka, or aari work. The metallic thread creates the 'setting' for the stones.
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Address: C-58, Friends Colony East, New Delhi — 110065
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