Every woman has had that moment standing in front of her wardrobe thinking, “I want something different.” You love the lehenga that celebrities flaunt, but then you glance at your stack of sarees.You don’t want to buy a new outfit, yet wearing the saree the usual way feels boring.
If you love lehengas but don't want to buy yet another outfit, this blog is for you.
Must Have’s To Drape A Saree In Lehenga Style
- A saree (half half looks graceful in this style).You can choose your saree according to your occasion.
- A lehenga skirt or a fitted petticoat
- Safety pins
- A belt, waistchain or kamarbandh
How to Drape a Saree in Lehenga Style in 3 Simple Steps:
Step 1: Pleat It Like a Skirt
Start at the Waist. Pleat the saree from one end to another like a lehenga. For a flared look, spread the pleats evenly. Aim for about 5–7 pleats or more if you love drama.
For "Ooh La La’ moment, use the more vibrant or embellished half.
Step 2: Drape the Pallu
Take the remaining fabric and drape it over your shoulder like a dupatta, not a traditional pallu. For daytime events or intimate gatherings, let the pallu flow freely.
For weddings or long hours of work, pin it neatly. Want to double the drama? Add a matching dupatta and pin it over the other shoulder for a full lehenga energy.
Step 3 - Cinching and Styling
Pin where needed. Add a kamarbandh to hold everything in place. A classy belt also gives you that styled, intentional look. Adjust the pleats and pallu so that the saree flows effortlessly when you move.
How To Style A Saree in Lehenga Style:
- Style this drape with a statement blouse. A blouse with a deep neckline looks elegant with this look.
- Go bold on earrings, keep the neck light.
- Style your hair in soft waves or a low bun.
How to choose a right saree for a lehenga style drape:
- Fabrics such as georgette, chiffon, crepe, soft silk, organza, or satin work well with this drape. They pleat easily and give that effortless lehenga flare without turning heavy.
- For festive or wedding events, select sarees with rich fabrics like silk, brocade, or georgette.
- For casual gatherings or day events, select lightweight fabrics like cotton or chiffon, with subtle prints or embroidery.
- For parties or evening functions, select bold colors, metallic accents, or designer weaves.
- Half-and-half sarees work beautifully with this drape.
Conclusion:
Saree is a versatile fabric. It is literally like a huge length of fabric that can take the look you want. Hence, next time you think of buying a new lehenga, repurpose your old saree in lehenga style, channel your inner Bollywood heroine, and twirl like everyone’s watching.
At Tajore, we have a vast collection of all sarees that can be draped elegantly in lehenga style. Browse our collection online at tajore.com or drop by our store in Malad for an exclusive styling experience.