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Red Saree – Leather Boots – Red Bag – Huqqa – Hathkada… Ever Tried?

Posted on April 8, 2022March 5, 2023 by Sareeing Official

Confused with the title?
Well, let me start.
Being an advocate by profession, we have that obvious talent of giving our statement in the most effective and powerful way.
And these pictures of me captured in the beautiful desert, too have a statement.
In a world full of trends, sometimes a girl wants to wear something traditional. And Saree comes in the first place when we talk about tradition.
India is a vibrant country. We have different languages, cultures, festivals and different sarees too.
I am a person who not only ‘never misses opportunity to wear sarees, but also ‘creates an opportunity’ to wear it.
Handlooms always have a special place in my wardrobe.
Wearing a handloom is not just wearing a costume.
Handloom forms a part of the heritage of India and exemplifies the richness and diversity of our country and the artistry of the weavers.
My thoughts on wearing Hand-loom:
The new love for hand-loom among young women has become corporate wear today. Wasn’t handloom an Indian way of life! We have a very rich heritage in terms of handicrafts and hand-looms. Handlooms are never uncool and old-fashioned; it is a fabric that connects us to our history and politics.

West Bengal holds a special place in the heart of a handloom lover.
Baluchari, Dhakai Jamdani, Garad Silk, Banarasi, Tant and Begampuri aka Begumpuri.
Yes, I am wearing Beautiful Red Begampuri cotton Saree. Begampuri sarees are known for being easy and comfortable and are ready to wear. If you have less time to get ready. These are the sarees I recommend.
People ask me isn’t it difficult to wear a saree and stay all day long in it, I wonder that our mothers have done it, so why such kind of questions arise.
It is just the matter of practice to drape a saree.
The color Red used to define different Emotions, Courage, Anger, and Love are the most common.
The Begampuri cluster named after the eponymous Begampur in the Hoogly district of west bengal, it is well known for its bright and colorful combinations, intricate strips, the serrated extra weft border designs.
I would definitely suggest these sarees if you are looking to be a show stopper in a party.

Have you ever tried Saree with Boots? Celebrities and fashion icons tried Sarees with Sneakers.
I wanted to wear Boots. Yes, leather boots you can see in the picture.
I used them to mix with my styling and fashion.
This shoot has actually become “cult”, when I added Hookah/Huqqa.
The Middle East is famous for Hookah, so thought of posing it. Not really expected that it will take the entire shoot to next level.
I can not complete this without adding jewelry, the Neckpiece and Hathkada from an Indian Store.

And did I miss to say about the occasion?
Red…!!! Yes, It is for Valentine’s Day. and I call it Valentine Saree.
If you have tried any such a “Statement”, or if you want to try this statement of mine… please do tag me on my Insta. Would love to see or give it a try.
Through this Sareeing of mine, I wanted to give the Statement of “Confidence” with “Love”.

Love,
Supriya Ghosh

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This hack already grabbed attention of 1 Million I’grammers

Posted on April 7, 2022November 19, 2022 by Sareeing Official

Easy Hack to MEASURE bangle size.

Here’s is one of the most useful and interesting post from Sandhya Ayyar

Sharing as it posted by her :

Nothing like perfect fitting bangles. The ones that glide in your hands smoothly are my favorite. This only happens when you know your correct bangle size. Many of us still wonder if our bangle sizes are 2.4 or 2.6. Well, here’s an easy hack to tackle that issue. Also, if you have growing kids that you need to boy bangles for, this hack may be helpful. It’s effortless and simple.

Follow these steps next time you put on/remove tight bangles🥻

What you will need.
A Marker/ Pen or sketch pen and a ruler. That’s it !

Follow the simple instructions in the video to figure out bangle size.

Note :
Be sure rest your hand on a flat surface. Fingers shouldn’t be stretched out, just placed normally. Be sure to mark the center of the knuckles of your pinkie finger and the index finger. If your hand is a bit contoured, when measuring with ruler be sure to start at the first point and gently bend ruler at center to reach other point ( as shown in video). Bangle sizes are usually even numbers like 2.2, 2.4 etc. if your ruler measurement is between 2.2 and 2.4 – go for the bigger number. This is basically the inner diameter of your bangle.

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Saree: My first love – Jyotsna Rajiv

Posted on April 2, 2022February 4, 2023 by Sareeing Official

Saree: My first love

My earliest memory of saree is my mom wearing a bright red kota saree with yellow flowers and adorned with jasmine flowers. I was mesmerized by the sheer elegance of the way the saree draped her, the pleats falling beautifully and grazing the floor and from there grew my never-ending saga of love for sarees.

I still remember how exhilarated I used to feel whenever I used to open my mom’s wardrobe and scanned through her sarees, The thrills of scanning through my chikamma’s sarees(aunty) are still etched green in my memory. These lovely ladies had an amazing collection of sungudi cotton, Pochampalli, madurai cotton, Kanchivaram and Dharmavaram silk sarees in myriad colors.

First crush, first love and first saree have a special place in one’s heart, I was thirteen, when I was first given a saree, it was a green chiffon with big white flowers, and I beamed with pride whenever I looked at it on my shelf as a child. My grandma got it for me. I still have this saree in my wardrobe, and whenever I take it out to drape, I can still feel the smile on my granny’s face when she held out the saree for me.

When I had the opportunity to attend family function, I used to observe all my aunts wearing different material of saree, one of my aunties always wore chiffon single pleated in pastel colour and her pallu used to fly like in typical Bollywood movie, another aunty always made it a point to wear Kanchivaram saree and knotted her hair at the nape of the neck and adorned jasmine flower, and another aunt used to always tuck her pallu on her waist and display those grand pallu designs. These ladies were my style icons and my inspiration.

Personally, I wear saree for any occasion, be it for lunch with friends, birthday parties or office. In fact, I am known in my friends and relatives circle for my saree draping and they would be expecting me to wear saree and make a grand entry.

Sarees can be draped in several styles, I love the Nivi drape, I feel comfortable in this drape, and I can spend a whole day in the office or anywhere in a saree without any discomfort. When I need to attend business meetings, I style a sober or dark colored saree with simple block-colored blouses and pair with shoes and here I go, looking like a boss lady and making strong statements. When I feel adventurous, like while going on saree marathon runs or riding a bike, I love the kacche or the dhoti style of drape.

Saree is the most versatile attire; this piece of clothing can be draped modestly or conservatively for a religious function or make a bold statement for office meetings and can be draped naughtily or seductively too. Saree is the only multi facet piece of clothing where a poor woman can pick up for just Rupees hundred and an elite can pick for tens of lacs of rupees. That is the acceptance that saree has across various socio-economic segments. This wonderful piece of cloth has found its acceptance in the various religions too across the length and breadth of this country.

Most of south Indian celebrations are not complete without sarees be it Gowri pooja, Deepavali or sumangali prarthane. In every south Indian wedding, saree plays the prominent part, In Kannadiga and telugu speaking family weddings, the bride wears white saree which symbolizes purity, in the Tamil brahmin weddings, the bride wears dark brown saree called koora podavai. In the entire south India, whenever a young bride visits any house be it relatives or friends, she is blessed with a new saree. For a long time, it has been prestigious to own sarees, every woman had their own unique collection of sarees, which was their signature style, the collection of sarees empowered them, it was their world, their fort, and their treasure.

Sarees have been mentioned in various historical documents like Rig Veda, a Hindu book of hymns dating to 3,000 B.C. Poetic references were made to saree in Silapadikaram indicate that during the sangam period, women were wearing this exquisite drapery. Even in Gandhi’s anecdote, he mentions that while journeying across this country saw from his train window a woman washing half her saree while half draping it. This wonderful garment has made sure to have caught its place in many such epics and biographies.

Saree had stood the test of time. Westernization has been seeing a downfall in the saree draping. It is often considered wearing saree is akin to a humongous task, but ask the earlier generation of women who wore saree day in and day out, they would rally that it is as simple as walking in the garden. Sashi Tharoor has correctly pointed out in his article “Save the sari from a sorry fate” that today’s younger women associate saree with a more traditional time when women did not compete with men on equal terms and that saree restricts them.

For a long time business dress for women never included saree and we the women of this generation should take responsibility to change it. Modern women need to embrace this 6-yard drape and it’s time for the saree to get off that cupboard and claim its place in board room meetings, to the times square, on top of Burj and I am here to make that happen.

It’s time we pay our dues and respect the saree that it truly deserves.

– Jyotsna Rajiv

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This six yard long single piece of un-stitched fabric – Akshita

Posted on April 2, 2022June 26, 2023 by Sareeing Official

Traditionally draped in more than a hundred ways in different regions of India and other South Asian countries, this six-yard-long single piece of unstitched fabric needs no introduction.

There is no denying that we all love wearing ethnic wear when it comes to any family gatherings or festivities and the sari style stays at the top! Not limited to wearing saris only on such occasions, we have now already witnessed fashionistas rocking it in style from streets to runways across the world getting around to exploration of a sari in different innovative styles with contemporary twists.

Though the basic way of draping a sari will always remain a classic, it’s so much fun to style this beautiful piece of fabric with a Western touch to create a fun and innovative version of it.

Styling a sari with a twist not only gives a chance to recreate or re-wear the old one into a fun new outfit but also looks modern yet traditional making a strong fashion statement.

Now I am already a big fan of fusion fits and experimenting with sari to create one on my own excites me even more. As there are endless options when it comes to creating a sari fusion, it is always best to pick the ones that you like, get inspired, and create with a hint of your own self or another way is to let your creative juices flow and make a whole new look of your own. Be it a cool oversized tee, crop top, or spaghetti too, you can experiment with styling your sari with almost anything in place of a regular sari blouse for a super cool sari fusion.

Here I will be sharing a few subtly fused sari looks with just a few Western tweaks here and there to keep the overall look simple yet interesting.

Spaghetti Top with Cotton Sari

Wearing a spaghetti-style top with a cotton sari is a perfect way to balance out the whole silhouette while adding a bit of sultry-ness to your regular cotton sari look.

For the first look, styled Kasavu sari with a leopard print spaghetti top gives this traditional look a very fresh and bold update! A round wooden clutch, layered-up necklaces, and bright makeup finished out this look perfectly.

Also if you feel fascinated by such fusion looks, the simple trick is to fuse two contrary elements together in one look to create a unique outfit.

Talking about the second look, this big polkas cotton sari was bought long before I actually styled it for this shoot simply because I couldn’t find anything that fits in as perfect as this simple knit spaghetti to pair it with. Finished off with key silver jewelry pieces, intense smoky eyes, and messy half-tied hair, this contemporary sari look speaks both fun yet edgy, and cool yet traditional.

Dhoti Style

The moment we think of fusing a sari in Western style, the first thing that comes to the mind is dhoti draped sari, and here is the one. This look is about draping a very lightweight bagru print cotton sari in dhoti style over jeans with a Kalamkari print crop top. Silver jewelry, a few beads around the neck, and jutties finish out the look perfectly. I went a little bit overboard with the styling in this one as it was for the shoot only. However if I wore it in real, I had styled it with either too much jewelry or gone with mixing prints only.

Sari with White Shirt

Now the white shirt is something that can be paired up with almost anything if styled right. With just a couple of pearl strings around the neck, statement sunglasses, and a shirt half tucked in, this sari look is kept minimal, and elegant yet so stylish.

Sometimes it’s just a good move to avoid too much jewelry with the sari and still look chic!

Sari with Statement Sleeves Top

Teaming this soft and light mul sari with printed puff sleeves cropped blouse, this sari look is trendy yet traditional, colorful yet so subtle. Adding a little more quirk to the look, the yellow clutch popping against all those pastels makes for a perfect touch.

And I just love how a statement sleeves blouse adds an extra oomph factor, uplifting the whole vibe of a sari look.

Hope you loved these sari styles, feel inspired and create your own!!

Thank you so much for reading.

Akshita

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Indian Wedding Saga – Shiva Mishra

Posted on April 1, 2022November 19, 2022 by Sareeing Official

Haldi Ceremony Look in Yellow Banarsi Saree paired with my most Versatile Embroidered Jacket Blouse. Haldi Ceremony is the onset of First Loud Celebratory Dance and Party Ceremony , apart from all other continuing Poojas . Haldi Ceremony just gets the Ball Rolling for the youngsters and then theirs NO Looking Back from all the Fun and Masti times ….. Themed Yellow because of the Haldi Uptan ( Turmeric face and body Pack) use to give a Bright Glow .

Mehandi Ceremony Really sets the Mood for the Wedding . It’s an Elaborate Affair , high on Emotion Quotent . No matter How Hard you promise to make it Fun, Super Energetic, Dance, Dresses, DJ Party. You can’t deny the undercurrent Emotions. They come rolling Down your Eyes, the Moment DJ hits one emotional Mehndi song for the Bride to be ……… And there Goes your Eye Makeup with it. Thank God I got my Clicks before That. Fully Charged, no matter however my Legs were killing me , i sat only so as to give others a chance ……… That’s ME!! You know Me by Now.

Paired my All time Favourite Mysore Crepe with golden Dabka Work, with a Golden Boistrous Corset . Don’t miss my Jewelry

One of the reasons we love weddings so much is that they’re typically full of rituals. In fact, cultural elements are often what make them so special and meaningful. That’s because they’re passed down through history, connecting couples to their ancestors.
Many traditions have to do with fashion, and that’s no exception Indian wedding outfits are elaborate and stunning.
Red is considered auspicious and, not surprisingly, it is the most prominent color at Indian weddings—usually with gold accents.

The Last of All the functions at any wedding has different names : Reception , Cocktail , At Home.
Well Call it what you like but it has the feel of a Herculean Task Completed and that’s what gives this Hour an extra Boost of Letting your Hair Down. Have you also noticed that at this function its usually the Bride’s Side creating the most ruckus. I wonder Why ??
We are done with the Responsibility of setting the boat Sailing. Now it’s Yours to Steer. All the Best.
Well nobody is ever Done with their loved ones , Ever. But it’s Certainly the Time to discard your Heels and Dance till you Drop …..apart from all the Memories Created and moments to be Cherished.

In My Sparkly Best , literally the Badan pe Sitare Saree. converted from a net Fabric i loved .

Thank you
Ms. Shiva Mishra Singh
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Social media emulating Gangubai

Posted on March 30, 2022November 19, 2022 by Sareeing Official

Gangubai Kathiwadi which is Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s latest film has debuted to tremendous acclaim for its stupendous scenography and costuming. This movie is inspired by the life of Gangubai Harjivandas, a notable sex worker in Mumbai’s red-light district Kamathipura in the 1960s who later on became really famous for her social work has white hues present in the protagonist’s outfits. The white color had great prominence in the movie and proved to be a poignant point in the movie. The white color was the indication of the sense of authority and distinction. In the movie, the white saree has been portrayed as a rite of passage.

The movie has different shades of white which prevented the movie’s cinematography from becoming monotonous all thanks to costume designers. The sarees that have been used are not just elegant but wearable as well. This movie has again brought the era of white where its magnificence is inescapable.

This movie has stirred the fashion industry and has created a buzz with its impeccable sarees. Needless to say, everyone wants to try their hands and imitate the fashion game played by Alia Bhatt in the movie. White has always been associated with purity in a cultural context.

The experimented looks with different shades of white have stood out in the movie and have been successful in appealing to its audiences. The outfits as the film demonstrates are appropriate for every kind of occasion be it a close gathering of family and friends or a casual night out.

The buzz that has been created by this movie can be noticed on social media platforms. Be it fashion influencers, makeup artists, or newbies everyone wants to try this look at least once. The look consists of a white saree and embroidered blouse with mainly silver jewelry and a hairdo and flower decorating the hair.

It can be seen on Instagram that many have tried experimenting with this look, be it with the makeup or costume according to one’s comfort.

With all the love and support it has been gaining from its lovable audiences since the release it surely brought the era of different kinds of white sarees back. Many are trying to recreate the powerful dialogues and dance moves from this movie.

For instance, in this picture, we can see Dimple Jain is emulating the character of Gangubai. She has elegantly dressed in a white saree, silver jewelry, a braided hairstyle, colorful bangles, appealing makeup, and last but not least the iconic pose of the movie she has presented in the given picture. The picture itself radiates a distinct amount of ferociousness that seems contagious.

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The video above shows the portrayal of the character by Dimple Jain where she is enacting the character on the famous song of the movie. The bright red lipstick and the bindi is making her look appealing and her confidence is like the cherry on top.

Here in the picture below one can see the graceful Shirsa Sen who has successfully tried experimenting with the looks of the protagonist. The bright red blouse is a contrast to the soothing white shade of the saree.

The hairdo, the white flowers decorating her hair, the nose pin depicting fierceness in her look, the top-notch makeup, and the perfect choice of jewelry have completed this look. The embroidered blouse along with the saree is completing her enchanting look.

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The video above is by Shirsha Sengupta, an example of how impressive her acting skills are. Enacting the famous empowering dialogues of the movie she seriously succeeded in imitating the character.

These women are examples of how the people are deeply influenced by the movie, its plot, cinematography,dialogues, music, and obviously fashion and also influencing the world through social media platforms.. The craze seems justified if one sees the movie as the movie itself is so empowering and inspiring.

“Saree – Six yards of perfect luxury” – Purva

Posted on March 27, 2022November 19, 2022 by Sareeing Official

Nobody can disagree that a six-yard drape is always attractive, or, to put it another way, “No Indian lady can ever say no to the beauty of a saree, and no Indian man can deny the magic of seeing a girl in a saree.”

I adore wearing sarees, especially for special occasions or festivals. Whether it’s a classic draped saree or a fusion style saree, you can never go wrong with a saree (I am amazed how gorgeous styles you can find nowadays in sarees)

Apart from many varieties of sarees, Banarasi silk sarees are one of my favorites.

Purva with her family performing Pooja in beautiful Banarasi Saree

Traditional south Indian sarees woven of pure silk are renowned for their aesthetic beauty and splendor around the world.

The beautiful thing about these sarees is that they are appropriate for any occasion, be it a wedding, a housewarming, or a celebration—the look is exquisite and refined.

Banarasi silk sarees are some of the most expensive and well-known sarees woven in Benaras. Because it’s usually composed of gold thread, it’s quite pricey. These sarees are popular as bridal wear and come in four different styles: kora, katari, sattir, and georgette. Animals, floral themes, motifs, and nature designs can all be seen on Banarasi sarees. A single saree takes a weaver a month to finish.

“Animals, floral themes, motifs, and nature designs can all be seen on Banarasi sarees.” – Purva

Residing in the United States, one looks for opportunities to wear the saree, and I am no exception! So I wore my all-time favorite silk saree to my SIL’s housewarming party and received numerous compliments from friends and family who said the saree looked beautiful on me. I’m sharing this with you because no matter how tall or short you are, or what body type you have, a saree will always look stunning on you. Carrying this type of stares is also a breeze.

I’m delighted to share a few photos of myself wearing this stunning blue and pink banarasi silk saree.

This lovely saree was purchased from the Banaras Saree Center in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.

Purva Pagaria
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