Here are the top 20 Modern ways Saree Draping Styles to Look Different & Beautiful. I love saree draping with different new styles, which I called Trendy Modern Draping Style. I always try to draping saree uniquely and creatively and which is the main reason I am one among the big crowd. Most of the people are always looking to me only because of this lovely and beautiful saree with amazing draping.
I observed many times the way of saree draping style is common to all with basic and straightforward. Then I was trying to research and found that there are numbers of modern draping styles of saree available in India. Here I have collected some fantastic modern saree draping style that you should try.
Why is Saree Draping So Popular? Draping saree is so famous due to it is more art than a technique. It’s unique comfortable, a symbol of Hindu culture. Saree draping always creates a huge difference in the look that how you are wearing the saree. Saree is Fabric that worn by women in India and which is originated from India only.
Different Types of Saree Draping Style:
There are two types of draping style one is a Traditional Draping Style, and another is Indo-Western Draping Style (Modern). If you are wearing a traditional saree, then follow the conventional way else you can try the indo-western style for a modern look.
01. Traditional Draping Style:
- Maharashtrian Style
- Bengal Style
- Kerala style
- Gujarati style
- Madurai Style
- Odisha style
- Assamese Style
- Pinkos style
- Koli Style
- Halakki Vokkaliga Style
- Kappulu Style
- Kunbi Style
- Conergy Style
- Nivi style
- Twisted Pallu style
- Santhal Style
- Surguja Style
- Rajasthani Style
- Purina Style
- Gol Parsi Saree
02. Modern Indo-Western Draping Style:
- Off Saree Style
- Lehenga Style
- Mumtaz style
- Pant Style
- Mermaid Style
- Double saree style
- Dhoti style
- Butterfly style
- Open pallu style
- Half style
- Belted style
- Neck wrap style
- cocktail style
- Skirt style
- Denim style
- Jacket style
- Front open jacket style
- Cape style
- Pleat & knot style
Top 20 Modern Saree Draping Style in 2019 (Indo-Western)
Modern saree draping is different from the traditional way, and it gives a trendy look. But there needs to be something different which makes you fashionable. Designer Saree is no longer an Indian ethnic affair but a global piece of admiration. And today, we are here to discuss this only. But wearing each style correctly sounds tricky and time taking. But here we will be talking wearing sarees quickly.
01. Off Shoulder Style:
The Off-shoulder draping concept is similar to the Nivi style. There are many ways to carry the pallu part, but the off-shoulder blouse will be standard here. Below I have given the picture of Off-shoulder draping style from there you will get some ideas. The draping style The Only difference carries the Pallu from back to front so the blouse look can show and hold the Pallu and twist it in the right hand.
Off-shoulder, draping style is famous for its blouse style. The main attraction and specialty of this draping style is its Off-shoulder blouse. This concept starts with Bollywood stars like Shilpa Shetty, Sonam Kapoor. It’s looking more trendy look than any other draping style.
How to Drape A Saree with Off-Shoulder Style?
After receiving requests from many audiences and viewers to write how to drape. Here, I have given the draping process off-shoulder saree in stepwise.
Required Items to start:
- Off-shoulder blouse
- Saree
- Petticoat
- Draping pin
1st Step:
It’s the necessary process of all draping style. At first, wear a petticoat and crop top blouse as per saree matching. Make sure saree and blouse should be matching each other. One more thing like saree and blouse, the petticoat is most important. Therefore choose the right length and fitting of the petticoat. So it will give slimmer looks to the body.
2nd Step:
Then tuck the saree in the waist part from the lefthand side. Be careful while tucking the saree tightly else there may be chances to open. Next, from the right-hand side, start to make the pleats as per saree length and left some for the pallu part. Pleats’ size should be proportional to each other.
3rd Step:
Now secure the pleats with the help of a draping pin. Try to use a good quality and small size pin else there may be chances to torn the saree.
4th Step:
Now decide what you want to open Pallu or close Pallu. Open pallu saree use in case if you’re going to show more part of saree pallu. Close Pallu used in a situation where we like to show the blouse style.
5th Step:
Here I am using a close pallu style because I want to show the blouse part. Because here blouse is the most attraction of this draping style.
6th Step:
It’s time to carry the Pallu from the back to front and set the Pallu and twisted in the right hand.
Now, if you want to enhance your look, then do the right hairstyle, wear proper matching jewelry with appropriate makeup. To Look more beautiful, you can also try earring like dangle earrings, Jhumkas, a necklace like a choker style necklace, oxidized silver necklace. It will be better if you can wear like a Bracelet, Purse or Potli Bags.
02. Lehenga Style:
The Lehenga style draping concept is similar to the lehenga choli style. There are many ways to carry the pallu part, but the pleated part is readymade just need to tuck with the help of 2 hangs that given to tighter the saree. Below I have given the picture of lehenga draping style from there you will get some ideas.
Lehenga, draping style is known because of its looks like a lehenga style. The main attraction and specialty of this draping style is its lehenga style. If you don’t want to wear lehenga, but you want to look lehenga choli, then you must try lehenga draping. It’s looking different than any other draping style.
How to Drape A Saree with Lehenga Style?
Here, I have given the draping process Lehenga saree in stepwise.
Required Items to start:
- Lehenga Style Saree
- Petticoat
- Draping pin
- Blouse
1st Step:
It’s the necessary process of all draping style. At first, wear a petticoat and crop top blouse as per saree matching. Make sure saree and blouse should be matching each other. One more thing like saree and blouse, the petticoat is most important. Therefore choose the right length and fitting of the petticoat. So it will give slimmer looks to the body.
2nd Step:
To make your petticoat hold tightly and comfortably your saree, take chiffon or georgette sarees.
3rd Step:
Then tuck the saree in the waist part from the left-hand side. Be careful while tucking the saree tightly else there may be chances to open. Next, carry the saree from the backside to the front from the left end to the right hand.
4th Step:
Now here pleats are given readily stitched. Therefore place it in the center part and tight the two strings from both sides and keep the extra line to the backside.
5th Step:
Now from the front side, it looks like that someone is wearing a lehenga
6th Step:
Now decide what you want to open Pallu or close Pallu. Transparent pallu saree use in case if you’re going to show more part of saree pallu. Close Pallu used in a situation where we like to show the blouse style.
7th Step:
Now, if you want to enhance your look, then do the right hairstyle, wear proper matching jewelry with appropriate makeup. To Look more beautiful, you can also try earrings like Gold earrings, Jhumkas, a necklace like a choker style necklace, oxidized silver necklace. It will be better if you can wear like a Bracelet, Purse or Potli Bags.
03. Mumtaz Style:
How can we forget our dear Bollywood actress Mumtaz when talking about saree? This retro Mumtaz draping style is again coming to trend from the movie yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani when Deepika wore this style.
Required Items to start:
- Blouse
- Small Border base Saree
- Petticoat
- Draping pin
1st Step:
It’s the necessary process of all draping style. Tuck the other end of the saree into the skirt or petticoat.
2nd Step:
Make a complete round around the waist and bring the fabric in front. Make sure that the border should be properly visible from the front.
3rd Step:
Make two pleats and then again wrap it over in the same way but let the bottom be little above than the former.
4th Step:
Repeat it once or twice according to the length of the saree. Make several pleats of the Pallu and bring it back across the left shoulder, and put a pin to save the Pallu from fall apart.
04. Mermaid Style:
The difference here is not so much if you compare mermaid style saree with Mumtaz saree and lehenga. It showcases Pallu of the saree more vehemently than any other. So pick out broader and lavishly worked pallus. Everything is the same, but when you take the hold on Pallu again, there comes the twist.
Required Items to start:
- Blouse
- Saree
- Petticoat
- Draping pin
1st Step:
Like Nivi style saree, Tuck the other end of the saree into the skirt or petticoat. First, take the Pallu, which you have left it on the front side, and pin it up on the front left side.
2nd Step:
Add a studded brooch to make it merely fascinating in a single glance.
3rd Step:
Leave the Pallu hanging there such that it falls 4 inches short from the platform.
4th Step:
Now secure the pleats with the help of a draping pin.
05. Pant Style:
When it comes to Indo-western style, one can simply experiment with different draping methods and looks, and that too can be unconventional.
Required Items to start:
- Blouse
- Saree
- Pant
- Draping pin
- Belt
1st Step:
Well tight pants at the waist and tuck the first short end of the saree in them.
2nd Step:
Make clean, 5-6 pleats and wrap it around and bring it back at the front.
3rd Step:
Manage to tuck all the ends properly when you’re wrapping it around your waist.
4th Step:
Now make 3-4 pleats for the Pallu and cross it your left shoulder.
5th Step:
Let the saree loose from the end of tucking so that it makes a deep U on the right side of the waist, as shown in the image.
6th Step:
Not wrap the belt around the waist to secure the saree.
06. Double Saree:
The double draping style comes when you drape two different styles seamlessly. Here I have written simple saree draping tips to achieve this stylish flair.
Required Items to start:
- Blouse
- 2 No of Saree
- Petticoat
- Draping pin
1st Step:
Select your first saree, take one end of it, and make six short pleats from there. Tuck it in the in-skirt center facing left. Take the pallu end and make pallu pleats.
2nd Step:
Hold Pallu pleats and then bring it back and the front, making a complete circle from the shoulders. Leave the pallu hanging.
3rd Step:
Take your second saree. Make five pleats this time, overlapping the former saree pleats. The pleats of the saree are now should be facing right.
4th Step:
Again make the pallu pleats, and this time, bring it from around the back from the other side to the front over the right shoulder and fix it with a pin.
07. Dhoti Style:
Dhoti style saree draping is effortless and quick to adorn. Fashion diva Sonam Kapoor always come in a different look. Here below, I have written stepwise about the draping style.
Required Items to start:
- Blouse
- Saree
- Petticoat
- Draping pin
1st Step:
Just drape the sari around the lower waist leaving around 1-2 m to the non-pallu end.
2nd Step:
Now overlap both ends keeping the right section over the left, fix it with a pin.
3rd Step:
Drape the Pallu with pleats of around 2-3 inches and pin it to the blouse.
4th Step:
Take the lower part from Pallu around the hips and secure this in front with a pin.
5th Step:
Now take the leftover part from left and drape the pleats from end to form an exquisite dhoti-like drape. Bring these pleats to back and tuck it there. Now pleat the front part and tuck it.
08. Butterfly Style:
This saree draping style is quite similar to the basic Nivi style. Butterfly style also considered as the Bollywood style of draping a saree. The only difference in this type is that the pleats of Pallu here made very thin to allow the peeping of navel or midriff. For a remarkable appearance in this style, use chiffon or net fabric for an elegant draping of saree.
Required Items to start:
- Blouse
- Saree
- Petticoat
- Draping pin
1st Step:
First, wear the petticoat and tuck the readymade draping saree.
2nd Step:
There is no required of Pleat making because it’s already stitched before.
3rd Step:
Now secure the pleats with the help of a draping pin on the left shoulder.
09. Open Pallu Style:
There is no science in this draping style of saree. Well, this is one of the most straightforward and swift draping styles. Drape the bottom part in a basic form, and toss the Pallu to the shoulder covering the front bodice, secure the top edge to the left shoulder and allow the other corner to fall. This style is the perfect pick for your office meetings or functions. You can unveil your classy and bold appeal while keeping it simple and highly comfortable.
Required Items to start:
- Blouse
- Saree
- Petticoat
- Draping pin
1st Step:
It’s the necessary process of all draping style. One more thing like saree and blouse, the petticoat is most important. Therefore choose the right length and fitting of the petticoat.
2nd Step:
Then tuck the saree in the waist part from the lefthand side. Be careful while tucking the saree tightly else there may be chances to open. Next, from the right-hand side, start to make the pleats as per saree length and left some for the pallu part.
3rd Step:
Now secure the pleats with the help of a draping pin. Try to use a good quality and small size pin else there may be chances to torn the saree.
4th Step:
Now decide what you want to open Pallu or close Pallu. Open pallu saree use in case if you’re going to show more part of saree pallu. Close Pallu used in a situation where we like to show the blouse style.
5th Step:
It’s time to carry the Pallu from the back to the front and set the Pallu on the left shoulder. Secure the top edge to the left shoulder and allow the other corner to fall.
10. Half Style:
Phenomenal designer Anamika Khanna invents half style saree drape. This style is very swift and can easily adorn on any occasion.
Required Items to start:
- Blouse
- Saree
- Petticoat
- Draping pin
1st Step:
First, hold the inner end of the sari and make big pleats.
2nd Step:
Tuck these pleats at the front towards the right, and then wrap the upper edge around your waist till the back right side.
3rd Step:
Make the pallu pleats and toss them on the left shoulder. Fix these pleats with the blouse covering the front bodice.
4th Step:
It will create a tulip hem of the drape below and add a frill in the bottom of the saree and the blouse.
11. Belted style:
All you need for this look is a statement belt to cinch your waist. It adds a modern and edgy flair to the average saree look. Stipes and checks are so much in trend now a day there to wear something like this to give a trend follower looks. Here see how Sonam Kapoor is carrying stripe jacket with solid color saree. It’s giving a unique looking to the personality. The draping style will be similarly Gujrati draping, but here you have to put the belt around your waist.
Required Items to start:
- Short top Blouse
- Saree
- Petticoat
- Draping pin
- Belt
1st Step:
Then tuck the saree in the waist part from the lefthand side. Be careful while tucking the saree tightly else there may be chances to open.
2nd Step:
Next, from the right-hand side, start to make the pleats as per saree length and left some for the pallu part. Pleat’s size should be proportional to each other.
3rd Step:
It’s time to carry the Pallu from the back to front the right-hand side like the Gujarati style and secure with a pin.
4th Step:
Like belted style now tie the belt around the waist. It’s will give looking a fantastic look.
12. Neck Wrap Style:
Instead of draping the Pallu of your saree the natural way, try wrapping it like different scarves. Not only is this very contemporary and stylish, but it will also keep you warm during those cold winter weddings. It adds a modern and edgy flair to the average saree look. Not only is this very contemporary and stylish, but it will also keep you warm during those cold winter weddings.
Required Items to start:
- Blouse
- Saree
- Petticoat
- Draping pin
1st Step:
The draping style of neck wrap is similar to the Nivi style. Only the difference is the carrying pallu part. Therefore tuck the saree over the petticoat.
2nd Step:
After that, move the saree around the waist from left to right and start making pleating and Tuck in the center from the front side.
3rd Step:
After done, the pleating part keeps enough fabric for the Pallu. Now hold the Pallu like rope and wrap the neck from left to right side.
4th Step:
Especially on this tyle of draping style, try to wear hanging necklace and earing because this type of draping gives modern looks.
13. Cocktail Style:
The Cocktail style saree is as much about the saree as it is about the blouse. It is a great look to go for if you’re wearing chiffon or georgette sarees, and if your saree’s Pallu has a heavy border. You can pair these sarees with sequinned tops, embellished blouses, and heavy crop tops.
Required Items to start:
- Blouse
- Ready stiched Saree
- Petticoat
- Draping pin
1st Step:
At first, Tuck the Readymade saree in the waist part from the lefthand side.
2nd Step:
Then turn the saree from left to right from the backside.
3rd Step:
Now tuck the saree around the petticoat and arrange the Pallu on the left shoulder with the help to pin.
4th Step:
There is no tension required to make a pleat and set Pallu because it’s already stitched before. This tyle f saree is best for the beginner.
14. Skirt Style:
Skirt style saree draping is unique in its way because of its look and elegance. Like the above picture of Sonam Kapoor, you will get an idea of how to drape the saree. Here you need to attach separate frill in your saree to give skirt look and choose the contrast color as per the saree color. The draping style will be the same as the Nivi style and to provide a trendy look to use the different types of blouse ex-Bell sleeves.
Required Items to start:
- Bell sleeve blouse
- Saree
- Petticoat
- Draping pin
1st Step:
At first, wear a petticoat and bell sleeves blouse as per saree matching. Make sure saree and blouse should be matching each other.
2nd Step:
Then tuck the saree in the waist part from the lefthand side. Be careful while tucking the saree tightly else there may be chances to open. Next, from the right-hand side, start to make the pleats as per saree length and left some for the pallu part.
3rd Step:
Now secure the pleats with the help of a draping pin.
4th Step:
After that, take the pallu part and make small sizes pleat and put it in the left shoulder and tightly secure with the help of a pin.
15. Denim Style:
The Denim look in the above picture simplifies the look. You can also try a variation of the look by making the different styles of blouses, instead of the usual basic blouse style. It will look trendy, girlish, and make you stand out. Indigo and tie-die both manufacturing process is natural ways, and its trend will never out of fashion.
Required Items to start:
- Halter neck blouse
- Saree
- Petticoat
- Draping pin
1st Step:
It’s the necessary process of all draping style. At first, wear a petticoat and halter neck blouse as per saree matching. Make sure saree and blouse should be matching each other. One more thing like saree and blouse, the petticoat is most important.
2nd Step:
Then tuck the saree in the waist part from the lefthand side. Be careful while tucking the saree tightly else there may be chances to open. Next, from the right-hand side, start to make the pleats as per saree length and left some for the pallu part. Pleat’s size should be proportional to each other.
3rd Step:
Now secure the pleats with the help of a draping pin. Try to use a good quality and small size pin else there may be chances to torn the saree.
4th Step:
Now decide what you want to open Pallu or close Pallu. Open pallu saree use in case if you’re going to show more part of saree pallu. Close Pallu used in a situation where we like to show the blouse style.
5th Step:
Here I am using a close pallu style because I want to show the blouse part. Because here blouse is the most attraction of this draping style.
16. Jacket Style:
Try the jacket style saree and the show the surprising look. Now, while it requires some amount of patience and effort, it is better than spending money on a heavily priced saree that you will never wear again. This time this jacket style saree will give an extraordinary look from the other draping ways. It will present your personality, Confidence, and how modern your thinking is.
Required Items to start:
- Jacket style blouse
- Petticoat
- Dhoti style ready saree
- Draping pin
1st Step:
First, wear the petticoat and tuck the readymade draping saree.
2nd Step:
There is no required of Pleat making because it’s already stitched before.
3rd Step:
Now secure the pleats with the help of a draping pin on the left shoulder.
17. Front Open Jacket Style:
What you are wearing its always gives and present your style statement. If you want to look stylish and modern front open jacket, draping style is perfect as per your personality. This time this jacket style saree will give an extraordinary look from the other draping ways.
Required Items to start:
- Crop top blouse
- Tulip skirt
- Front open jacket
- Draping pin
1st Step:
It is a readymade saree that’s having three parts tops, skirts, and jackets. But it gives the proper look of a designer saree.
2nd Step:
At first, wear the readymade tike skirt below the waistline then wear the crop top the blouse.
3rd Step:
Now put a hand inside the armhole of the front open jacket.
4th Step:
Now do the bun hairstyle and make beads in the front. Ear proper matching jewelry with appropriate makeup. If you want to look more beautiful than try gold jewelry that will give a royal look.
18. Cape Style:
This off-white cape style draping saree is a gorgeous and elegant look. Now the festive season is going on. Therefore, it can wear on any occasion like Weddings, festivals, reception. It is having multiple uses like you can wear with the cape or can combine with different cut blouses. The Draping style is effortless only instead of the blouse have to wear the cape.
Required Items to start:
- Cape style Blouse
- Crop top
- Saree
- Petticoat
- Draping pin
1st Step:
At first, wear a petticoat then tuck the saree in the waist part from the lefthand side.
2nd Step:
After that, take the saree part from left to right from the backside. Now from the right-hand side, start to make the pleats and left some length for pallu part. Make sure Pleat’s size should balance each other.
3rd Step:
Now wear the cape style blouse over the short crop top.
4th Step:
Then carry the Pallu from the back to front the right-hand side like the Gujarati style and secure with a pin.
19. Pleat & Knot Style:
Bored with usual draping style, am I right? If you agree, then try this bold and daring draping style. The specialty of this draping form is its designer look. The sold color will never out of fashion, and the draping style is effortless. After seeing the picture, you will get an idea of how comfortable the draping is.
Required Items to start:
- Blouse
- Saree
- Net Petticoat
- Draping pin
1st Step:
First, wear the net petticoat then tuck the saree in the center.
2nd Step:
Then start to make the pleats as per saree length and tuck the Pleat below the naval point.
3rd Step:
After that, turn around the balanced saree part from left to the right side for Pallu.
4th Step:
After that, take the pallu part and make small sizes pleat and put it in the left shoulder and tightly secure with the help of a pin. Now at the below section of Pallu, make a knot to give a complete look.
Related Questions:
How to prevent Safety pin tear while draping?
While using safety pins to drape a saree, the person should know how many risks inside this because sudden tug or jerk can cause to tear the saree if it is light-weighted. It usually happens if some threads from the saree fabric get entangled in the safety pin. Here’s a Basic tip to ensure that this doesn’t happen. Therefore Use a pair of small beads where the safety pin enters and leaves the fabric, then put another dot and close the pins. Now the fabric will be safe from the accidentally tearing saree Because both beads are already there on both sides for safety.
Choose the Right Petticoat with your Saree?
All we know that while drape saree, we need a petticoat to tug the saree and help to hold the weight of the saree. Now its depend on the quality of petticoat that can hold the saree properly. There is much reason to wear the right petticoat with the saree. Because if you are wearing a petticoat color should mating with it, Next for a chiffon saree cant wear a cotton petticoat because it gives a fatty look. Today, petticoats are available in a variety of fabrics, patterns, and styles and can even make to order to fit your body type.
Here are some guidelines to help you pair the right petticoat with your sarees:
Cotton petticoats: This is most comfortable, especially when the weather is warm and humid. Pair them with your cotton and handloom silk sarees. If the saree is sheer, get a petticoat of the same color as the base of the saree or a shade lighter. If the saree is starched, you can get a petticoat stitched with a fishtail cut, so that the saree doesn’t look too fluffy.
Silk petticoats: These are more comfortable in winter and wear well with heavy silk sarees.
Satin petticoats: Chiffon and georgette sarees are usually transparent, and the smooth finish of a satin petticoat looks good with them. Replace the drawstring of the petticoat with a hook and zipper for a neat look.
Shimmer satin petticoats: The Bollywood-styled designer sarees made of net or laces best paired with petticoats made of shimmering satin fabric. These sarees are usually skinny, so a fishtail cut petticoat with the flare at the bottom enhances the party’s look.
Embroidered & Embellished petticoats: For a bold, modern look, you can consider an open net or lace saree over a heavily embellished satin petticoat. The main attraction of the ensemble will now shift from the saree to the underwear. Be sure that the petticoat well fitted at the hips but flared at the bottom to allow you to move around without difficulty.
Select the Right blouse for your body type?
It’s for all women always we like to see different saree into our wardrobe. After that, the first thought comes to our mind is What type of blouse should I wear with it? While there are dozens of blouse designs that one can choose from, we must choose blouses that complement our body-type. Here I have given some information that helps you decide what kind of blouse will be best suited for you.
Large Bust: Select blouses with deep back necklines and avoid Neck work in front.
Small Bust: Choose blouses with a Chinese collar, halter necks, or in-cut sleeves for a bustier look with padded blouse.
Broad shoulder: Prefer broad necklines like boat necks and short sleeves in your blouses.
Fleshy arms: Make blouses with deep back necklines and with three-quarter sleeves.
Tall women with a long neck: Wear Chinese collar blouses or high-neck blouses.
Heavy hips: Wear blouses with halter necks or in-cut sleeves to shift focus away from hips.
Thin Arms: Get blouses with puffed sleeves and go with high-neck blouses with puffed sleeves.
What are the best saree draping tips, styles, and tricks for plus-size girls?
Saree Draping styles depend on how you used to drape a saree. Specifically for plus size girls because they always try to look slim and prefer those type of clothes when they look slender. Therefore below, I have given some tips that will help you to look thin.
Draping: Try to drape the saree neatly and fittingly manner, else cruised draped saree can make you look fat no matter what fabric uses.
Fabric: Make sure that the material of cloth you use is always right; the stiff cloth will make you look more overweight; thus, it not recommended.
Prints: Always Avoid big prints and choose smaller prints.
Colour: Select to Wear dark colors instead of light tones.
Look: You can also play around with the type of blouse. Different kinds of blouses can give you a completely different look.
