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Some famous saree draping styles from different states


Sarees is the oldest Indian traditional attire. It is the only ethnic attire which is well-known for its elegance and rich look.  It is worn by wrapping one end around the waist followed by pleats for fullness and other end is draped over the shoulder. As India has a diverse culture across different states, sarees as a versatile outfit can be draped in different ways depending upon region, occasion and one way of styling. Today we will share some famous draping styles from different Indian states which today preserve the importance of Indian heritage.




  • Gujarati Style Draping



This type of draping style is mostly found in North Indian States including Gujarat, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and Bihar. In this style, pleats are made towards right, pallu is taken from back and brought over the right shoulder and is spread across the chest while left edge is tucked on waistline at the back.


  • Pant Style Saree Draping



If you want to give an interesting touch to a saree, then match up your saree with pants or jeggings. This saree draping style is the latest trend for all young ladies who always inspires towards the latest fashion trends. Choose a printed saree over solid pants or vice-versa, start by making pleats and tuck them into the pants at mid-waist while the other end can be draped on shoulder as a pallu in various ways.


  • Nivi Style Saree Draping



This saree draping style is considered as the traditional draping style. After ensuing basic method of draping a saree, pallu is pleated and secured with pin or fancy brooch over the shoulder. Its versatile style of draping represents the cultural heritage of India.


  • Bengali Style Draping



Normally, the look of Bengali style draping will be white in color and red border. Though it’s looks tad difficult, yet it’s quite easiest one. This is a unique way of draping where wide box pleats are tucked at front instead of normal short mid pleats.


  • Coorgi Style Draping




This draping of saree is a unique style, where pleats are created at the back for free movement of the legs. The pallu is wrapped around the front chest and brought over the shoulder from the back securing the edge at side neckline.


  • Oriya Style Saree Draping



This saree draping style also reflects the tradition of Indian culture. Follow the same basic procedure for the lower body and pin the pleated pallu on left shoulder. Take a corner of the pallu bring it to front under your right arm and then pin it 5-6 inches below the left shoulder.


  • Kerala Style Draping



This traditional saree draping style will have varieties of colors ranging from pure white to cream with gold border. Saree consists of two piece cloth and named as mundus neriyathum. 


  • Rajasthani Style Saree Draping



This is similar to Gujarati style draping but pallu is pinned to the back blouse instead of tucking to the waistline.








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