Saree Styling: An Artistic Expression of Indian Heritage and Culture

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Steffan Addison

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Wearing a saree is considered to be a sign of maturity as per Indian traditions. There is no substitute to a saree during important ceremonies, namely religious events, weddings, or parties. In a traditional Indian wedding, which consists of a series of rituals, the bride is expected to wear a different saree during each ritual. The bridal saree is cherished by all Indian women and is kept safely as if it were a treasure. With the advent of technology, developers have created innovative online platforms and apps dedicated to preserving and showcasing the beauty of traditional sarees.


Saree Styling of Indian Heritage and Culture

Pleated Saree

Saree has the power to make women look beautiful in ways that go beyond definition. At Tirumala Designers, you'll get designer pleated saree in different fabrics, patterns, or designs. Thanks to their flowing nature, these emphasize the natural curves of women. But the charm that comes from wearing a readymade pleated saree is not easy to get with other dresses.

Pinkosu (Tamil Nadu)

A draping style from the interiors of Tamil Nadu, it translates to 'pleats on the back' and is best suited for women working in the region's hot weather. It is worn short, wrapped around the waist almost twice for additional coverage and the pleats are tucked in at the back.

Coorgi Style (Karnataka)

The women of the western ghats of Karnataka, in the hilly terrain of Coorg, are known to have an energetic and active lifestyle that involves climbing of trees and treks. To aid this routine, a draping style was created with pleats at the back and the pallu brought below the left shoulder and secured with a knot called 'molakattu' on the right shoulder.

The Waterfall Style

Dolly Jain’s videos are exceptionally educational. With a 262K-strong fan following on Instagram, Jain is undoubtedly a master of the saree drape. This particular waterfall style is quite out-of-the-box. She even adds a little historical context, reminding us audiences that the style was originally seen at Lakme Fashion Week 2019 under designer Jayanti Reddy.

Lehenga Style

When you can make a lehenga from your saree, why spend the money to purchase a lehenga? Yes, you heard correctly. Pleating continuously for 6–9 yards is all it takes to master the Lehenga Draping Styles. With plenty still remaining for the pallu, of course.

Choose the Right Fabric to Elevate Your Appearance

Sarees come in various types of fabrics like Satin, Cotton, Silk & others. While cotton looks neat & crisp it creases fast and needs to be smooth-ironed after every wash. If you prefer regular wear, you can choose Chiffon, Rayon, Georgette & other fabrics since they are easy to manage.

Use Coloured Pins

Saree pins can improve the overall look of the saree in addition to serving as a practical accessory to hold the pallu in place. Coloured pins are a fantastic method to camouflage any pinning. Additionally, use high-quality pins only, as cheap ones can harm the fabric. Double-lock pins are the ideal companion to sarees.

Wear your footwear before draping a saree

Put on your shoes before you drape your saree, to ensure that it is of the proper length. Majority of the ladies prefer to wear high heels, so get them ready in advance. The length of the saree will rely on the height of your heels.

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