Lehenga saree is perfect for weddings, festivals, or any special occasion as it is a breathtaking blend of traditional sarees and lehengas. It is also so much easier to drape on than a saree because you can feel the draping beauty of the lehenga while getting wrapped in the elegance of the saree. If you are new at this, there is nothing to worry about. Just follow this guide step by step to achieve the perfect graceful and posh look.
Step 1: Gather Your Essentials
Always make sure you have the following before draping a saree lehenga on yourself:
– A well-fitted blouse
– A lehenga skirt with a fitted waist
– A saree with an attached pallu
– Safety pins
– A matching dupatta (optional)
– Heels ( to maintain the correct length of the saree)
Step 2: Put on the Lehenga Skirt and blouse
Start by putting on your lehenga skirt and the corresponding blouse. It is important that the lehenga is secured at the waist so the saree is able to drape properly. At this point, putting on heels will assist in draping the soree to the right length.
Step 3: Tuck the Drepped Saree into the puffy Lehenga
Grab the remaining end of the saree, the one without the pallu and tuck it inside the lehenga skirt to your right waist. Now, continue wrapping the saree around your waist, but this time from right to left and steadily. Keep tucking the saree as you move within the wrapped circle until you reach the over your left waist.
Step 4: Drape style and Secure it in Place
After tucking the base, go ahead and start gathering the remaining fabric on top to create a set of structured style pleats that are 5-6 inches in width. Tuck secured the gathered structure into the center of your waist and use the safety pin to fix on the middle.
Step 5: Drape the Pallu Elegantly
For the next step, grab the pallu section of the saree and place it over your left shoulder in a way one would when wearing a traditional saree. You should adjust the pallu length so that it delicately sits at the back. If you desire a more modern aesthetic, feel free to pleat the pallu and pin it to your blouse. Pleating is not necessary if you prefer a more traditional vibe.
Step 6: Secure the Draping with Pins
If you want the lehenga saree to be more secure, use certain pins at critical areas such as specifically at the shoulder where the pallu is positioned and at the pleats. Remember to place the pins so that they sit concealed between the folds for a polished appearance.
Step 7: Final Adjustments and Styling
With the saree securely placed, check the silhouette to identify any outlying fabric and to eradicate loose wrinkles. A modern style can be achieved by placing a statement jewelry belt over the waist.
Conclusion
By combining the beauty of a saree with the convenience of a lehenga, a lehenga saree is made. With the proper techniques and some practice, anyone can look and feel regal and sophisticated.