Saree, A Garment That Has Draped Millions Of Indian Women

The popularity that a saree, which is a traditional Indian garment, enjoys, even in today's neo modern times, is partially due to the extreme variety of forms that it can take. Only recently, Masaba for Satya Paul unveiled the latest Indian saree trend, the Yukata saree. Based entirely on the kimonos worn by the Japanese women, Masaba Gupta, the talented and young fashion designer, has designed a chic saree that can be worn in three different ways. This ensures that, the saree remains in vogue, always.

No two women like to be dressed in the same manner, and, a saree is the only garment so versatile that it can be worn in multiple ways. No fashionable woman needs to fear being seen in a copied trend if she resorts to the saree, for, it offers something unique to each wearer. Indeed, many maintain that the saree is the only garment that manages to look beautiful on every woman, be it Indian or foreign. And, many celebrities have proved this claim correct with their lovely appearances.

At the recently concluded Cannes Film Festival, Sonam Kapoor, who endorses the international fashion brand L'Oreal Paris, and is an internationally known fashion icon, walked the red carpet in a version of the saree that was utterly enchanting. The tabloids described her as a vision from an Indian mythological fairy-tale, and indeed, the saree did enhance her elfin charm magnificently. Similarly, icons Vidya Balan and Asihwarya Rai have many a times graced the Cannes scene with their intricately worked sarees and saree inspired garments. Indeed, these are the latest trends that the fashionistas are borrowing for their own appearances at events.

Nowadays, actresses prefer to dress up in trendy sarees rather than wearing gowns as these are sure to grab the attention of their fans. The charm and elegance that a saree lends to its wearer can never be recreated by a gown. Net sarees are versatile in terms of the fabric which is blended with other materials like georgette, silk, dupion, crepe etc. This is what makes the net sarees extremely popular, as it is very durable and attractive. Another famous trendy saree is lace saree, which comes in different types including needle lace, bobbin lace, crocheted lace, knotted lace and chemical lace. Lace sarees are bold, with intricate patterns that show off the skin and are very sensuous.

The third saree that is trending right now is the Jacquard Saree. Gorgeous Jacquard sarees are the new style statement for the modern young women. Wearing a classic Jacquard saree with a hint of shimmer is the style statement of many a stylista. These look elegant, smart, and stylish as the sarees are classy and are crafted in outstanding designs, dual hues; elaborate detailing and vibrant colours, that lend vibrancy to the drape.

The popularity that a saree, which is a traditional Indian garment, enjoys, even in today's neo modern times, is partially due to the extreme variety of forms that it can take. Only recently, Masaba for Satya Paul unveiled the latest Indian saree trend, the Yukata saree. Based entirely on the kimonos worn by the Japanese women, Masaba Gupta, the talented and young fashion designer, has designed a chic saree that can be worn in three different ways. This ensures that, the saree remains in vogue, always.

No two women like to be dressed in the same manner, and, a saree is the only garment so versatile that it can be worn in multiple ways. No fashionable woman needs to fear being seen in a copied trend if she resorts to the saree, for, it offers something unique to each wearer. Indeed, many maintain that the saree is the only garment that manages to look beautiful on every woman, be it Indian or foreign. And, many celebrities have proved this claim correct with their lovely appearances.

At the recently concluded Cannes Film Festival, Sonam Kapoor, who endorses the international fashion brand L'Oreal Paris, and is an internationally known fashion icon, walked the red carpet in a version of the saree that was utterly enchanting. The tabloids described her as a vision from an Indian mythological fairy-tale, and indeed, the saree did enhance her elfin charm magnificently. Similarly, icons Vidya Balan and Asihwarya Rai have many a times graced the Cannes scene with their intricately worked sarees and saree inspired garments. Indeed, these are the latest trends that the fashionistas are borrowing for their own appearances at events.

Nowadays, actresses prefer to dress up in trendy sarees rather than wearing gowns as these are sure to grab the attention of their fans. The charm and elegance that a saree lends to its wearer can never be recreated by a gown. Net sarees are versatile in terms of the fabric which is blended with other materials like georgette, silk, dupion, crepe etc. This is what makes the net sarees extremely popular, as it is very durable and attractive. Another famous trendy saree is lace saree, which comes in different types including needle lace, bobbin lace, crocheted lace, knotted lace and chemical lace. Lace sarees are bold, with intricate patterns that show off the skin and are very sensuous.

The third saree that is trending right now is the Jacquard Saree. Gorgeous Jacquard sarees are the new style statement for the modern young women. Wearing a classic Jacquard saree with a hint of shimmer is the style statement of many a stylista. These look elegant, smart, and stylish as the sarees are classy and are crafted in outstanding designs, dual hues; elaborate detailing and vibrant colors, that lend vibrancy to the drape.

By Vineet Saraogi B