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Tips to Buying Sarees for Girls
Choosing the Right Saree According to Your Age
A saree is usually an Indian woman’s most favorite and preferred ethnic dress, desirable irrespective of her personality, profession, age, place of residence, etc. Indian clothing style has evolved generation after generation just like any other product in the market, and similarly, saree has witnessed a progressive trend in the way it’s styled, draped or chosen as well. When buying a saree for girls, it is recommended that the selection criteria is kept fluid, in terms of the choice of fabric and a varying choice of prints, patterns, and work on the Saree. Young girls can experiment with a variety of fabrics like Chiffon, Georgette, Net with beautiful borders, embroidery or embellished work. If the saree is plain, then it should be paired with a heavy blouse to give it a rich, elegant touch, or should be worn with accessories that enhance the style quotient.
Saree Styling
When young girls opt for Sarees in ethnic wear, it is important that they wear it the right way to make the most of its visual appeal, as well as facilitate the comfort factor of handling the fabric. Girls with short heights should choose Sarees with narrow borders to accentuate their curves, prints should be small, and when dressing up, the pleats should be as many as possible to highlight the uniqueness of the Saree. The accessories should match well with the accessories, and high heels are the need of the hour to bring out a sense of charm to the dress appeal. The pallu or the drape should be left loose to present the beauty of the fabric. And finally, a chic hairstyle to complement your saree is the feather on the cap!
Trending Woes
For most young girls, events like school or college farewells, weddings, or parties are a special occasion, when they prefer wearing a Saree. Hence, choosing Sarees that are lightweight and easy to carry should be an important criterion of selection. With fashion changing in the blink of an eye, it is really chaotic to keep abreast of the trends in vogue. In addition to the weight of the Saree, the balancing drape and the matching accessories, it is really complicated when one needs to keep in mind the fashion quotient as well to wear the Saree for only one occasion! Here are a few points that can help in choosing trendy, yet comfortable and cost-effective fabric.
- Hand Blocked printed Sarees are a perfect choice for a first saree with reasonable cost factors and some really lovely colors. With the changing trends, these never stay out of the race and for many girls, these prints turn out to be a first of many Sarees to follow.
- Pastel shades in Linen are ethnic yet a smart choice, thanks to their breathable fabric and a wide range of colors, and when paired with a woven blouse they can get some really cool attention!
- Chiffon Sarees with intricate designs along the borders and some embellishments, add glamor to a girl’s personality. Yet another combination to try could be a mix of chiffon and net which is a rave these days.
- Floral Georgettes along the Saree border with a simple drape is equally beautiful.
10 Different Types of Sarees for Girls
Double Tone Shade Sonamukhi
Renowned across the globe, Sonamukhi Silk is composed of Fibroin, produced by specific insect larvae to form cocoons. The best variety of this is obtained from mulberry silkworm Bombyx mori that breeds in sericulture. The shimmering Sonamukhi pure silk looks beautiful so on account of the silk’s triangular prism structure which allows the fabric to deflect light at different angles. Designed elegantly, this classy double tone shade Sonamukhi saree in Silk comes in solid green with a length of 5.5m, and an attached blouse piece in black of 80cms. Priced at Rs. 4,699, the saree is best worn with pearl accessories and perfect for evening events or weddings.
Printed Tussar Silk
At 5.5 meters and length of 44 inches, the Printed Tussar Silk Saree comes in a set of two Sarees in baby pink and orange colours with accompanying blouse pieces of 0.8m each in Tussar Silk. The sarees have tassels along the pallu. In terms of the upkeep of the fabric, the cleaning cycle recommended is a warm water machine wash with a tumble dry, and light ironing. The set is priced at Rs. 1,699.
Embroidered Black Net
A Net Saree unlike its contemporaries, is made of see-through fabric giving it a unique visual appeal. A material which has the yarns knotted at intersections, creating patterns of tiny holes in the fabric, this material is actually a gift from the Western Traders. Enhanced with some contemporary zari and patch border work, this net Saree in black comes paired with an unstitched velvet blouse in navy blue, also with some work on the fabric. Pico border work is done on both sides of the Saree with matching fall work as well. For a safe cleaning process, it is recommended that the fabrics are washed inside out to avoid abrasions to the work. The Saree is priced at Rs. 1,884.
Floral Printed in Pastel Colours Georgette Saree
This beautiful and elegant Saree in a floral print and green color is from the pastel trending style in Georgette Fabric Saree with a length of 5.5m and some lacework. It comes paired with an unstitched Dupion blouse material of 80cms. The Saree is priced at Rs. 2,199.
Orange Embellished Poly Chiffon
Chiffon Sarees are known to have the best drape amongst all other fabrics. A versatile fabric, Chiffon in its highest form is made in silk, while for the cheaper options it comes in other synthetic materials likes nylon, polyester, etc. The poly chiffon borderless sari in orange color comes embellished with beads and stones with an art silk unstitched blouse material with zari work. Priced at Rs. 983, the saree is best dry-cleaned.
Dabu Printed Pure Rajasthani
Dabu Print is the result of an extensive hand block printing tradition that is a result of using cotton handlooms. With a beautifully printed pallu and zari border, this resplendent cotton Saree comes crafted by the Rajasthani artisans in Green in 6meters. It has a self-coloured blouse material. Priced at Rs. 1,349, the Saree is recommended for dry clean for a first wash.
Contrast Zari Pallu Kanjivaram
A product of the artistic craftsmen from the small town of Kanchi, near Bangalore, Kanjivaram Sarees is made of extremely fine silk, which is as durable and one of the most popular forms of silk from Tamil Nadu. Made out of a combination of varying colour threads, and the exquisite and intricate zari work all add to the appeal of the end product. This green coloured, self-designed Kanjivaram is 5.5m in length with a contrast drape in an Orange Rust color and comes with an attached blouse. It is priced at Rs. 1,750.
Printed Black Crepe
Crepe Sarees look different owing to their crimpy texture and lustrous presentation. Being a lightweight fabric, Crepe accentuates the body curves beautifully and can make its wearer look and feel sensuous. The lovely combination of black and crème on this printed Crepe Saree comes with an unstitched blouse, perfect for an evening occasion. The pattern is block printed with a combination print of black squares and stripes on the crème base, and the fabric is a popular choice for party wear. It is priced at Rs. 1,137.
Banarasi Self Butidar
Banarasi Sarees are made of a fine silk variant from the Benaras city, UP. Extremely popular in the realm of Sarees this form finds its origins in the rich cultural heritage of India. Primarily made for the royal families each sari was then created from real gold and silver threads. Banarasi Silk has four main variants with a further distinction in 6 designer segments, of which Butidar is one. This Banarasi Cotton Woven Soft Self-Butidar Saree features brocade borders and drape. It comes with an attached blouse with similar work on the edge. The saree is priced at Rs. 5,499.
Pure Raw Silk with Zari Border
Raw Silk is usually a short fiber silk version recycled from the spinning silk. Produced from the waste of Mulberry silk, it has a smooth feel with few bumps and low luster. The fabric is also lighter from the pure silk category by almost 30%. This authentic raw silk saree in Yellow with zari border is priced at Rs. 4,400 and comes with a pure raw silk blouse as well, the color of which can be customized on request.
Bonus Tip: Choosing Sarees According to Body Type
A quintessential Indian ethnic wear, a saree emphasizes the female body, while covering it. It is more than just the 9 yards of cloth, rich in colours, designs, materials, texture, and visual appeal, and each saree is unique, made either by local artisans or designers, who've passed out from premium fashion colleges.
A careful selection of a Saree requires consideration of your body structure and colour in addition to the fabric that would be appropriate for you. The choice should be made on the basis of your body structure to ensure the fabric adds to your personality and charm.
- Saree for Pear Shaped Body: If the lower part of your body is heavier than your upper body, then a Georgette or Chiffon fabric in bright colors would look lovely. Draping it in a seedh pallu style would make the body look proportionate and you can choose to adorn sarees with beautiful borders, small prints or embroidery work. Don't choose mermaid cuts as they would highlight your lower body.
- Saree for Apple Shaped Body: If your stomach and bust area is on the chubbier side, then a silk saree or sarees with embroidery will complement your body structure. Team it up with a longer blouse to cover the heavy areas or tie the saree a little higher than the usual level. Drape it up in a ulta pallu style or the regular way and experiment with blouses of contrasting colour for a more vibrant effect.
- Saree for the Chubby Body: There are some wonderful options for women on the chubbier side as well. Chiffon, crepe, and georgette not only bring out the sensual charm but are visually really enticing, you can also wear handloom sarees with careful consideration to the way you drape the saree, as it will make a lot of difference to how you look. Dark colors will look the best on you and if you team up your sarees with a full sleeve or long blouses, the heaviness would not cause you any visual discomfort. Stiff fabrics and cotton at that are a big no for you, hence choose a fabric that's free falling.
- Saree for the Voluptuous – Net, Georgette, and Chiffon will be perfect for you, because they'll have a snug fit, highlighting your curves. Never choose heavy sarees, go in for dark colours with delicate embroidery and beadwork, albeit not too stiff. A criss-cross strings blouse will add to the oomph factor.
- Saree for Slim Shaped Body – If your body structure is on the slimmer side, then you can experiment with silk, organza, cotton, tussar or brocade fabrics in different colours, as these materials will highlight your structure. Light colors, heavy embroidery in brocade or beadwork, big and bold prints in vibrant colors would look amazing on you. Team the saree with a backless, tube, halter neck or sleeveless blouse and you'll be the talk of the town!
- Saree for the Tall & the Short – if you're tall, opt for heavy borders, bold prints and different colours to take the attention off your height. If you are short in height, go for thin borders, small to medium-sized prints and drape the saree properly with close attention to the way you pleat it.
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Saree to Punctuate Any Occasion
Saree is typically described as a garment that consists of a long cloth that can be wrapped around the body with one end draped over one shoulder or the head. Sarees are available in various fabrics and colours to suit the requirement of every occasion. Sarees have never been out of fashion. A woman who is heading for some traditional function or any other party can opt for saree to look traditional as well as stylish at the same time. One can go for a designer saree for that perfect look in the party.