Sarees are the epitome of grace and glamour, allowing every woman draping the six yards of stunning fabric to have a red carpet moment of her own every single time. Each square inch of a saree is woven by skilled craftsmen drawing inspiration from regional landscapes, flora, fauna, and art. A sari is typically six metres long but could extend to nine metres for certain traditional drapes such as the South Indian madisar style.

The Long History of Sarees 

• The Indian saree has been around for over 5,000 years and finds mention in several ancient texts of the Indus Valley Civilization (2800 to 1800 BC). Back in the day, women wore a three-piece garment called ‘sattika’ from where the sari is said to have evolved. The three-piece ensemble included a dhoti-like garment, a chest band, and a veil worn over the shoulder.
• Several centuries later, the Indian sari is entrenched in our culture and has evolved over time with each region producing a unique design and draping style of its own. Today, there are more than 80 draping styles, not including myriad indo-western styles that are a rage on social media.

How to Style Sarees?

• The most common of the 80-odd saree drape styles is the Nivi style that has its origins in the Deccan region. This draping style is simple, comfortable, and traces a lean silhouette that women love to don. This particular drape was born out of the need for Indian women to fit into a British-dominated society of the time while maintaining an Indian identity.
• Cut to several hundred years later; the drape is worn in style at fashion shows, movies, international red carpet events, weddings, parties, and college events.

Buy Sarees Only on Virasat Patola

• Virasat Patola boasts of an exquisite collection of silk, cotton silk, georgette, chiffon, crepe, linen, and jute saris in prints, embroidery, zari, kanta work, dual-tone and so on. From everyday wear to festive wear, Nalli has everything you need to build a wardrobe that suits your taste and lifestyle.