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Travel with Susmitha in a Saree to San Francisco – Travel Saree Story

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When it comes down to venturing into a landmark of love that is also honored to grab a place being one among the world’s seven wonders we instantly get reminded of the monument of love that is none other than the Taj Mahal. It is a symbol of one’s commitment to their lover and is cherished by a vast population all around the world.
But what if we change the course in a slightly different way? Why not explore the foreign land along with the essence of our tradition. What would be more traditional than wearing our cherished garment saree to a foreign land? It not only portrays our culture but also the fact that we appreciate our ancestral garment and even being in a foreign country we are constantly connected to our roots.
It would be fun to tour the west coast in a Taj saree!!

So as I said so I did the same and explored the places on the West Coast draped in a saree. Here as you can see I’m wearing a lovely Banarasi Rangkot saree which is a handloom saree and is an epitome of a handmade yet pure tradition. This is one of our best works and truly this is a work of beauty. I must tell you all about the fact that a Banarasi Rangkot is a unique handloom beauty that is both challenging to weave and turn into the beauty it looks plus to make it in a quality that remains ageless in appeal as well as quality. This saree clearly exemplifies Banarasi weaving traditions by the fact that it depicts traditional Bootis, a rich pallu with magnificent Paisleys, and a whole palette of color present on it giving an effect of a rainbow. The saree has an intriguing border with elaborate and careful detailing of the wonder of marvels the Taj Mahal in gold jari all over the length of the saree and the pallu with gold detailing complements this masterpiece overall.
In the above picture, I was present at San Francisco’s Lincoln Park Steps which is a beautiful stairway with colorfully tiled steps. They have wonderful blue, yellow, orange, and green tile patterns on them. These concrete steps were built in the early 1900s. The color of the saree’s pallu and the steps clearly compliment each other.

The picture above if you see clearly is a blend of two very famous landmarks of this world. In the background, we have the Golden Gate Bridge which is a suspension bridge linking San Francisco Bay and the pacific ocean. In the foreground, we have the Taj Mahal which has been inscribed as an intricate detail on the pallu itself. I have tried picturing both famous landmarks in one picture itself. The beauty of the saree and the draper is defined by an intricately woven union of Banaras yarn with the brightness of brilliant colored strips.

 

Several people believe that while you are traveling or exploring places wearing a saree might be uncomfortable. Then I must demolish your preconceived notions as a saree can be one of the most comfortable garments to wear provided that you are wearing the right fabric and draping it well.

Here as I was taking an Evening walk in Golden State Park where I got mesmerized by the serene view out there that the saree’s fabric was doing its work. I didn’t feel any tint of discomfort or suffocation, rather the saree provided me with the proper ventilation, and even though I had a long day the fabric was fast enough to absorb sweat, not to mention the happiness I felt wearing it all around and showcasing the wonderful culture we have got. Carrying and displaying this six-yard canvas of exquisite beauty in an elegant and graceful manner is like a rainbow draped in a cloud moving around.


Although I appreciate all sorts of sarees, my favorites are handloom sarees that showcase beautiful designs and long-cherished Indian cultures and customs. Lastly, I would really love to suggest you all wear a saree next time whenever you are exploring or traveling cause it’s all a myth that a saree obstructs your fun to travel rather it just adds to the fun.

Few personal tips for Sareeing while enjoying vacation :

Wear sneakers beneath the saree for a vacation. Steer clear of flats/high heels. Trust me, nobody cares and nobody will even notice. Comfort should be the main factor, and nothing else!

Use enough safety pins so that your saree stays put in place. The pleats need not be perfect. Try not to leave the pallu loose initially. Pin your pallu. Walk confidently, nothing else matters!

You can even try altering the drape of the pallu. Use it as a scarf around your neck to give it an ooomph factor! During winters, you could layer a saree beneath a long jacket. You will turn heads, trust me!

P.S : We get lot of compliments when we wear our indian saree for travel in west as they love our rich and unique outfits they always feel happy and it will be a cherished moment.

What is your most fav saree in vacation memory?

Susmitha Ch

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Dancing while Sareeing – International Dance Day Special

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Dancing is one of those activities that not just promote fitness but also help in boosting confidence and self-esteem levels.
It teaches one to have a balance and flexibility between their mind and body.
It is not new that the dancing platform provides a gateway to express one’s inner emotions freely without any judgment.
So, if one is interested to pick up on it they need to be at their utmost comfort be it through their body or through their outfit.
There are several options available for various forms of dancing but one common myth among people is that Saree is an attire that can be worn if you want to make a modest appearance but if it is dancing then one might be uncomfortable handling it.


Well, think again; there are various dance forms that use sarees as their costume, but they are for particular dance forms; what about the generic ones?
Then you might be pleased to know that without any hesitation you can pick out your favorite saree and groove along to your favorite song all while slaying those moves.
It all becomes easy when we have an inspiration or a person we look up to gather the confidence to make a move.
Well, fret not we have a perfect example to demonstrate how one can not only make a graceful appearance but also dance freely as they desire.
Below is a short video of Sneha Ariani who is grooving while flaunting her appearance in an off-white colored saree with golden borders and intricate embroidery.
Lastly, to top it off she paired it up with a red blouse with golden detailing.

 

 

It is needless to say how flawlessly she is able to groove on the song.
It is said that your face is a canvas for your emotions and if there is a lack of comfort it might be visible on your face but here we can see how effortlessly she pulls off all these moves and there’s just joy and beaming confidence.
For relevance check out the video below where she is wearing a vibrant yellow saree and bright blue blouse and you will agree that the moves she performs seem like a dream for many to perform in a saree but she gracefully performs it.

 


When it comes to saree it is such a versatile outfit to carry for an exemplary appearance and does not be concerned if you have to make a visit to the dance floor worrying that it might be difficult to carry along traditional jewelry while dancing.
Here are a few videos in which Sneha shows us how one can rock a traditional appearance without being left behind on a dance floor.

 

 

 

Well, nothing is impossible if one puts their mind to it.
The same is the case with it. If you can make a flawless appearance in a saree then why hesitate to wear it while you are at ease with your soul.
There are a few tips and tricks that you can follow for better memory.
For better movement, prefer wearing lighter materials.
It is not just helpful in movements but will also help you in sweat control.

Try using the garments having fewer embellishments for the first few experiences.
Use lighter and less complicated jewelry for a better experience.

Last but not least wear a well-fitted overall outfit to flatter your physique and obviously for those moves.

One can add on as many points as they wish but these are a few that are a must.
Everything comes with its own hurdle but fortunately, the difficulties which one thinks that they might face while dancing when they are wearing a saree are readily overcomeable. Do not let these issues come in between the joy of your dancing and love for your sarees.
Practice the way you like, look up to inspirations if they can do so can you. So what is stopping you from rocking your saree on the dance floor after all everyone’s a diva when they wear that beautiful six yards of elegance.




Saree: My first love – Jyotsna Rajiv

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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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Indian Wedding Saga – Shiva Mishra

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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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