Author: Anika Singh

Saree has been an integral part of Indian culture. It adds to the beauty and grace of a woman and never fails to leave an everlasting impression. Sarees in their many new avatars have created a wave of excitement amongst the women in the modern fashion world. One of the new styled garments which have evolved from the perfect blend of saree and lehenga is definitely the most sought after style which has become a sensation all over the country in no time. It seems that this unique combination is here to stay for long as its popularity is increasing by the day. Lehenga Saree as this fusion wear is called is very comfortable and easy to wear but wearing

Draping the saree is not so simple, especially in the country like India where there are several ways of draping it. Each state may have its own unique way of wearing this attire. Lately, one standard way of draping the saree has been recognised by the Indian women, which is simple, fast and brings wonderful results. Convenient for those working women class who wear it every day to their workplace. For them this style has proved to be a boon as they do not have to spend too long in draping the saree and the look is smart, agile and modern. This is Nivi style which originated in Andhra Pradesh and the earlier version was pretty complicated. As they say

Designer word in itself is any woman’s fascination. Designer clothes have an unusual quality which makes you stand out in crowd. Designer clothing is fashionable or luxury clothing made by, or carrying the label of a well-known fashion designer. It is not only the richness of fabric but also the kind of embellishments used to create that unique piece by a designer. One must understand here that designer goes way ahead of a tailor who follows your instructions in stitching the cloth and creating the desired attire. A designer is the one whose vision and imagination bring out something which is simply his or her. It is the creation of an aesthetically trained mind whose fashion sense is admired by

Do you love wearing a saree? Do you want to appear unique and chic at your next family or office function? If so, consider draping your saree in an exceptional style, much like Shraddha Kapoor. In this innovative drape, you have to create two sets of pleats, both of which sit at the waist! Sounds unbelievable right, but now you too can drape your saree in the signature Shraddha Kapoor style. Start by wearing your saree blouse and petticoat. Ensure the knot is pulled tightly and tucked in to your waist. Then put on a pair of heels. Have your saree and a few safety pins within reach. Now begin your draping using the following steps: a. Start by knotting

Whether it’s her ability to appear stunning in all desi avatars or just her warm and friendly smile, no one knows how to appear suave and sophisticated in a saree quite like Sonam Kapoor. Her double pallu saree drape has become synonymous with her name. To look and feel Sonam Kapoor in a double pallu style saree drape, consider the following tips: 1. Keep your saree, matching blouse and petticoat, dupatta and heels within reach. 2. Start by wearing your blouse and petticoat. Knot the petticoat firmly and tuck it into your waist. Wear your heels. 3. Take your saree and begin draping. Make the first tuck to the right of your navel. 4. Continue draping and tucking for one

What’s the best way to showcase your favourite Bandhani, Patola, embroidered tinsel or panetar saree, wear it in a siddha pallu style. These famous traditional sarees are a staple in Gujarat and are often worn during festivals, religious ceremonies and weddings. What’s noticeable about all of them is the intricate detailing on the pallu. In order to show case it, the siddha pallu style of draping a saree works best with these Gujarati sarees. In this classic drape, your pallu will be the star of the show. It’s also a comfortable way to wear your favourite saree. To wear your saree in the siddha pallu style, start by: 1. First wear your saree blouse, petticoat and a pair of heels.

Kurta Pyjama, a Indian attire comprising of a duo where kurta, a straight collarless shirt with buttons at the neckline makes the top wear while bottom wear has a loose, trousers style cut. It is the most comfortable wear for men, easy to wear and carry, full of grace and class personifying Indianness in the most authentic manner. This Indian outfit felt its first touch of glamorisation when Indian actors were seen wearing them on screen at the inception of Indian Cinema in pre-independence era which remained parallel to the time when this outfit was lovingly adopted by the freedom fighters as a symbol of unity against oppression, glorifying Indian products. How can such an outfit which comes with a

To be a bride is once in a lifetime experience, the memories of which she wishes to cherish forever. It is every bride’s dream to look the most beautiful on her wedding and it is important for her to be fashionably attired in her bridal dress to create an everlasting impression of grace and elegance in whatever she chooses as her bridal couture. Lehengas have always been a favourite choice with the Indian brides who make a lot of effort to choose their bridal attire with care so that their big day belongs only to them. They must enjoy the limelight and steal the show with that glamorous look which is so well created by the exquisite jewellery, glowing make-up

Kurta Pyjamas are one of the most comfortable attires which have found their extensive usage in Indian Men’s wear. This attire is a combination of a top wear called kurta which is more like a full-sleeve tunic with a varying length, but commonly below knees. The bottom wear known as Pyjama is a pair of straight loose trousers. The ensemble perfectly suits Indian climate as it does not cling to skin, leaving some room for air. Moreover the pair is available in variety of fabric, ranging from something as light as cambric to a heavy material like velvet, raw silk or brocade. A cheaper and lighter version of kurta pyjama has always been one of the favourite night wears of

Certain attires personify grace, beauty and elegance in abundance. Some of the Indian women outfits leave a spellbinding impact as they accentuate their beauty in the most appealing manner. Anarkali Salwar Kameez is one of such attires which are truly traditional and ethnic in nature with a long history of origin, worn not only in India but also a favourite with many countries in South-East Asia. It carries an interesting legend as to how it got its name. Anarkali with a literal meaning ‘a pomegranate blossom’ was a courtesan in the court of Emperor Akbar whose illicit relation with the crown prince Salim became notoriously famous with fatal consequences for her but she became immortal when this graceful ensemble of