The Absolute Must-Haves To Drape A Saree Perfectly
How To Wear Saree Perfectly? Step By Step Guide
Ensure that you’re wearing the petticoat (skirt that matches the saree color) and it’s firmly tied at the waist. You’re going to tuck most of your saree into this, and thus, this needs to be done right. If you plan to wear high heels, do that before you start draping—this will get you the ideal length and prevent you from tripping over your own pleats. Tia Bhuva, a YouTube vlogger, shared her experiences while draping a saree. She explained that one of the biggest mistakes people make with sarees is not ironing before wearing them. She explained, “You want to make sure you’re starting with a blank slate and making it as easy as possible for you to drape and pleat whether that’s your palu or your front pleats. So, iron the entire sari for the easiest route to beautiful pleats (i).”
Here Is A Step-By-Step Tutorial
Step – 1
Start from the plain (non-pallu) end, and tuck in the fag end just near the belly button. Continue to swaddle from the left side, and complete the round from behind till you reach the point where you first started.
Step – 2
Yank the saree to the front and begin the pleats roughly about the size of the finger stretch from forefinger to the thumb.
Step – 3
Make anywhere between 5-8 pleats, depending on the material. Stow the pleats into the skirt and secure with a safety pin towards the left side of the waist. This trick will help the saree stay intact when you move about.
Step – 4
This leaves you with the pallu. You now have a choice of either letting it flow (short or long floating) or pleat it together.
Step – 5
For a floating look, all you need to do is bring the pallu towards the left side of your shoulder, from under the right arm, and pin it on the left shoulder. Hold it either at the forearm or leave it until the end. It’s a matter of choice, really.
Step – 6
For the pleated look, bring the pallu from under the right arm and make vertical pleats (about 5-6 inches) with the border (if any) being the first pleat. Continue along the breadth of the saree.
Step – 7
Now, pin it near the left side shoulder, but ensure there is at least one meter left. This style is the basis for most of the other styles, so master this, and you’re well on your way to being a pro in saree draping. Watch the demonstration video below, maybe a couple of times, and you’re sorted. Video Tutorial : youtube.com
Other Ways Of Wearing A Saree
2. Marathi Style Saree Draping
This traditional Marathi style saree draping makes for a rustic and country-chic look, if done well. A look that is going to have some heads turning and will give you the much-needed attention. Unlike the other styles, this needs a nine-yard saree and not the regular six yards. Plus, you also do not need an underskirt, although most of them wear either shorts or knee-length leggings. Wear the nose ring, also called the ‘nathni’, and pair it with glass bangles and temple jewelry. You can also choose a chignon updo hairstyle to complement your saree. Wrap it in jasmine flowers to complete your look.
Step-By-Step Guide
3. Kerala Style Saree Draping
One of the most elegant looking sarees that has become a thing, and not just at traditional Kerala weddings. An interesting change from the regular bridesmaid’s attire, perhaps. This conventional handloom saree originated in an off-white and gold border combination, but is now available in myriad shades (for the border). If you’re considering this for your girl tribe, they can each select a contrast color for the blouse and jazz it up.
Step-By-Step Guide
4. Retro/Mumtaz Style Saree Draping
Bring back the retro look in style, we could all use some drama! Especially the die-hard Bollywood fans. It is very easy to pull off. For sangeet or mehendi parties, or any Bollywood themed house parties, this is pure fun. Let’s reminisce the good old times and hum the superhit number of the time – ‘Aaj kal tere mere pyar ke‘ – and slay it in style.
Step-By-Step Guide
5. Mermaid Style Saree Draping
Another charming choice for new brides, it is sheer elegance. This style complements the half and half sarees the most; a pallu that is embellished is even better. If you want to flaunt your hourglass figure or curves, this is your best bet.
Step-By-Step Guide
This graceful style of saree draping can effortlessly make you look like a pro. Video Tutorial : youtube.com
6. Lehenga Style Saree Draping
Ditch the boring traditional draping and don your saree in a celebratory style. You will be pleasantly surprised to realize how easy it is to pull off a lehenga style just with the regular sarees in your closet. Georgette or chiffon works best for this style for obvious reasons. Lehenga and the styles associated with it are here to stay, so let’s get to it and learn the techniques.
Step-By-Step Guide
It’s just as simple as that, so go ahead, give this a try. Practice it a couple of times, just in case. Video Tutorial: youtube.com
7. Bengali Style Saree Draping
Bengali style saree draping, known as “Atpoure Shari,” involves the following steps:
Step-By-Step Guide
This traditional Bengali style draping showcases the grace and beauty of the saree. Video Tutorial: youtube.com Do we look fat in saree? If draped the right way, sarees will not make you appear bulky. However, it also depends on the saree’s fabric, color, and print. Which color saree makes you look slim? Usually, darker colors give you a slimmer look than lighter ones. What is pallu called in English? The pallu of a saree can be referred to as an end-piece in English.
Illustration: How To Wear A Saree In Different Ways To Look Slim And Tall
Learn the basics of saree draping in the beginner-friendly video below! Get step-by-step instructions on how to wear a saree with ease and confidence.
