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7 ways to drapes a saree
09/05/2023 | Anaaroh
Saree is an age old and a traditional Indian attire that has
been in fashion for centuries. Every occasion calls for a different styling of
this versatile garment to suit our own individual style It is a versatile
garment that can be draped in various ways as per our preferences. In India each
state has their special way of draping and each makes a beautiful part of their
culture.
Here are some of the popular styles of saree draping:
Nivi Style: This is the most popular and basic style of
draping a saree. It involves pleating the saree and tucking it into the
waistband of the petticoat. The remaining fabric is draped over the shoulder
and worn with a blouse.
Bengali Style: This style involves draping the saree in a
way that the pallu is brought over the left shoulder and then pleated to fall
in the front. The remaining fabric is draped around the waist and tucked into
the back of the petticoat.
Gujarati Style: This style involves pleating the saree and
tucking it into the waistband at the back. The pallu is then draped over the
right shoulder and brought to the front, where it is draped over the head.
Maharashtrian Style: This style involves draping the saree
in a way that the pallu is taken from the back to the front over the right
shoulder. It is then pleated and tucked into the waistband at the back.
Draped Gown Style: This is a modern style of wearing a
saree. It involves draping the saree in a way that it resembles a gown. The
pallu is draped over one shoulder, and the remaining fabric is draped around
the waist.
Lehenga Style: This style involves draping the saree in a
way that it resembles a lehenga. The pleats are made at the front and tucked
into the waistband, and the remaining fabric is draped around the waist.
Butterfly Style: This is a modern and trendy style of
wearing a saree. It involves draping the saree in a way that it resembles a
butterfly. The pleats are made at the front and tucked into the waistband, and
the pallu is draped over the shoulders.
So keep experimenting with the different ways and see the
beauty of this timeless garment!