Author: Ankit Sharma

Maharashtrian style drape is unique and very different from the urban or Nivi style of wearing sarees. These are also called Nauvari Sarees and the length of the saree is 9 yards. This is much more than the usual 5.5 metres saree. The reason for this extra length is its exclusive style of wearing unlike any other saree. It is believed that this style came into existence keeping in consideration the comfort of women. The women who were warriors or the women who worked in fields needed a style which allowed them to use their legs freely. In Maharashtrian style saree it is easy to climb the horse and sit cross legged or sit on the floor. Paithani Sarees look

Sarees is such a wonderful garment which can be put to experiment in hundred of ways. This free flowing six or nine yards length let your imagination take a flight of ingenuity and creativity. There are so many ways to drape this lovely attire making a woman feel uniquely dressed up with a touch of novelty. Our designers are always making an endeavour to design something different from usual which is appreciated and adopted by the modern woman as she is not afraid to try out new ideas. Dhoti is a traditional Indian men’s garment comprising of a rectangular piece of cloth which is wrapped around a waist and the legs and knotted at the waist. Dhoti and saree are

Anarkali Salwar Kameez personifies elegance and grace at its best. There is no other attire which exhumes poise and modesty along with abundant charm. It is the outfit that the Indian women have given a very special status. Be it casual wear or party or a wedding, these Anarkali salwar kameez can live up to any occasion. This ensemble caters for comfort as well as style. Anarkali is basically of Pakistani origin in which the top is almost ankle length or even floor length in a frock-style shape while the bottom is a slim fitted accompaniment. This suit is also accompanied with a stole or a free flowing dupatta that complements the look. Anarkali suits are made richer with embroidery

Want to appear suave and chic at your next office party or gathering? Consider wearing a saree. Not sure how to wear one? Read the following tips on how to wear a saree perfectly: Step 1 Have your saree, matching blouse and petticoat, a pair of heels and some safety within reach. Step 2 Put on your blouse and petticoat. Ensure the knot on your petticoat is firm. Tuck it into your petticoat. Don’t forget to wear your heels. Step 3 Begin by taking the plain edge of your saree (opposite the pallu) and making the first tuck just to the right of your navel. Step 4 Keep tucking all the way around, going from right to left direction. As

Are you invited to a party and not certain about what to wear? How about a stunning georgette or net saree? These sarees are ideal for party wear and often feature beautifully detailed pallow. Draping your saree in the party style will help showcase your pallu. In fact, this is one of the easiest ways to wear a saree as it doesn’t require any complex pleating. Not sure how to drape a saree in the party style? Read the following tips on how to wear a party style saree: Step 1 Have your saree, matching blouse and petticoat, a pair of heels and some safety pins within reach. Step 2 Put on your saree blouse, petticoat and heels. Ensure your

After seeing the blockbuster hit movie Padmavat, you’ve probably fallen in love with Deepika Padukone’s avatar and her numerous lehenga sarees. In fact, many women have taken inspiration from her Padmavat look and chosen to wear their wedding saree in the same style. If you want to look like a Padmavat bride on your wedding day, consider the following tips for draping a saree in the lehenga style: 1. Start by wearing your blouse, matching petticoat and a pair of heels. Ensure the petticoat is tightly knotted. It should sit just at or below the navel. 2. Take the plain end of the saree, i.e. opposite of the pallu, and tie a knot. Tuck this knot into the right side

Whether you’re wearing a Kanjeevaram or Bangalore silk saree for your wedding, no one can doubt the beauty of a bride in a well-draped saree! Here is a step by step guide in South Indian style bridal saree draping: PRE-DRAPING 1. First, gather everything you need to wear a saree. You will need the following items: – saree (ironed) – matching blouse – matching petticoat – a pair of heels – safety pins These are the basic things you will need to wear your saree properly. 2. Next, wear your blouse followed by the petticoat. Ensure your blouse fits you well BEFORE the actual wedding day. This will give you some time to make necessary adjustments. A well-fitting blouse is

No Indian girl’s wedding trousseau is complete without silk sarees. Silk, known to be first developed in China which was originally reserved only for the emperors, soon found its popularity spreading to other parts of Asia, though the emperors of China tried to keep sericulture a secret but by 140 AD, silk had reached India and from here began a saga of India’s love story with silk. In North and Eastern India, it was called Resham and ‘Paat’ while in South, it was known as Pattu. Being the second largest produce and the largest consumer of Silk, Indian’s fondness for this soft, shimmery fabric can be well understood. It has been customary to wear Silk Sarees for various social functions

Prints definitely accentuate the beauty of the fabric. Prints on the fabrics did not take long to gain popularity ever since they came into existence. India has always been ahead in textile and fashion, giving the world its unique methods of printing. These methods include handwork along with stencils, screen, block prints and tie and dye techniques. Indian printing has an unmatched way of creating the most innovative patterns and designs that are exceptionally alluring and display their unique identity from rest of the world. The Indian printing techniques include skills and methods that have come from the rich legacy of Indian culture, not only recognised but also appreciated and highly acclaimed in the global fashion world. Prints have very

Wedding attires for both the men and women hold a lot of significance especially if it is an Indian wedding which can never be said to be complete without dressing up in the most ethnic style. Indian traditional outfits for both men and women are available in great variety but it would not be wrong to say that a few out of these have always been a favourite and never lose their charm despite the new fashion trends. One such attire is a Sherwani which though is a traditional wear from yesteryears but it still remains as popular as it was in the past. In fact it has become the most sought after and fashionable wear for the new generations