What is saree draping and type of draping

What is Saree Draping

     Saree draping is an important aspect of wearing a saree and can greatly affect the overall look and feel of the outfit. Here are some of the most popular types of saree draping styles:

   Much like everything in Indian weddings, the most timeless piece of garment i.e. saree is also getting modern touches, where most of modern women unware of draping the saree.

     Diya Fashion  provides professional help in draping sarees of different cultures and materials. From traditional Odia style saree draping to indo-western fancy style saree draping, we offer all types of saree draping services. Fashion trends in India change now and then, but the one trend that remains constant is the Traditional Indian Saree. For forever, the saree has been India’s own identity in the garment which has always reflected a woman’s beauty and elegance.

Types of Saree Draping

Nivi: This is the most common draping style in India and is characterized by a single pleat that is tucked into the waistband and the rest of the saree is draped around the legs and over the shoulder.

Gujarati: This style is similar to the Nivi drape, but the Pallu (the end piece of the saree that covers the upper body) is thrown over the shoulder, rather than draped across the chest.

Maharashtrian: This style is also known as the "Kashta" drape and is characterized by the Pallu being draped over the left shoulder and tucked into the waistband at the back.

Bengali: This draping style is characterized by a long and narrow Pallu that is draped over the head and draped across the body.

Coorgi: This style is similar to the Nivi drape, but the Pallu is draped over the head and shoulder, rather than over the shoulder.

Patola: This style is popular in Gujarat and is characterized by a simple draping style with the Pallu draped over the shoulder.

Ilkal: This style is popular in the Ilkal region of Karnataka and is characterized by the Pallu being tucked into the waistband at the back and the end of the Pallu being thrown over the shoulder.

These are some of the most popular saree draping styles, but there are many other regional styles and variations. The type of saree and the occasion can also influence the draping style.

South-Indian Saree Draping:

Odia Saree Draping:

Bengali Saree Draping:

Maharashtrian Saree Draping:

Marwadi Saree Draping:

Gujarati Saree Draping:

Mekhla Chador Saree Draping: