Sari or Saree: Tracing Indian Tradition Across Borders

A saree, also spelled sari, is a traditional dress worn by women in India and other South Asian countries like Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. It is a long piece of cloth, usually 4 to 8 meters long, that is wrapped around the body. One end is tied around the waist, and the other end is placed over one shoulder like a shawl. Sometimes, the stomach area is left uncovered.

Many women use several safety pins to keep the saree in place, thinking it will stop it from slipping. But in reality, a saree can be worn without even one safety pin. Using too many pins can actually make the saree feel stiff and harder to walk in.

Tips To Choose A Sari That Suits Your Personality

The most loved and famous style of draping a Sari is the Nivi style. But deciding what Sari to wear that gives the perfect look that your heart desires is complicated. Find out from the tips below what Sari suits you the best. 

• Pear-shaped body women wear Chiffon & Georgette Sarees as this creates a balance between the upper and lower body. Try Seedha Pallu Style draping, i.e., put the pallu on your right shoulder. Sari in deep colours and small designer work would look great.

• Apple-shaped body women choose long contrast colour blouses with heavy embroidery work saree. Women can go for a Silk Sari to look their best.

• Overweight women should look for sarees that are loose, like Chiffon and Silk, instead of Cotton or any stiff fabric. Full full-sleeved blouse in a Dark Colour is the best option.

• Voluptuous figure women can wear a Sari made of Chiffon, Net, or Georgette fabric to highlight their curves. A cross-stringed blouse with light embroidery & beadwork on a Saree will grab all the attention.

• Slim-figure women can choose a sari that gives them a fuller look, like Cotton, Silk and Organza. You can select among light colours, heavy embroidery, beadwork, and bold prints with backless, sleeveless, halter or tube neck blouses.

• Tall and slim women have a variety to play in their sarees. Big, bold prints, heavy borders, various colours, etc., anything they choose will grab attention.

• Short and slim women should go with a small border as it makes them look taller. Avoid bold and heavy prints, as they can make you look smaller.

 

Blouses For Your Beautiful Saree

A blouse is a piece of cloth hand-stitched to fit the upper body. Women wear it along with a saree and a petticoat. Blouses enhance the charm of any sari. Also, it is considered the grace of Indian Culture. These days, a variety of blouse designs are available, which makes it fashionable and a piece of clothing that every woman loves to spend money on.

An ill-fitted blouse damages the whole look and steals the charm of the Sari, drapes, and pleats. It becomes a complete waste of money and time if the blouse could be better.

Don’t Miss: Hacks And Tips To Get Perfect Pleat On Indian Sari

Learn these hacks and tips to get the perfect pleat every time you drape a sari:

• Try pleating your saree the night before. 
• Use a sari pleater
• Instead of silk, choose a fabric like cotton that is simple to pleat.
• Pin the safety pin vertically rather than horizontally to avoid causing the saree fabric to rip over time due to your movements.
• Use contrasting safety pins.
• Pinch the inside of the saree pleats.
• Avoid overusing safety pins.
• Avoid Making Too Many Pleats
• Avoid wearing your Sari too low.

 

Famous Saree Designer Defining Indian Womanhood Across Boundaries

Many famous designers are draping Indian Culture on the pleats of saris, like:

• Sabyasachi Mukherjee
• Manish Malhotra
• Anita Dongre
• Ritu Kumar
• Sandeep Khosla & Abu Jani
• Gaurang Shah
• Satya Paul
• Tarun Tahiliani
• Hasan Shehryar Yasin HSY

 

Accessories That Help To Wear a Saree Easily

Collect your saree accessories and supplies before pleating your saree. Make sure you have everything nearby so your focus will be on your pleats. 

• Safety pins
• Jewellery
• Makeup
• Hair accessories
• Shoes