Sarees are without a doubt the
most versatile pieces in our wardrobe!
That said, when it comes to sheer net or tissue sarees,
the level of difficulty seems to
go up a notch.
We’re here with some easy tips
to ensure smooth sailing on the saree front.
When it comes to sheer sarees,
the petticoat is always under the spotlight.
Make sure to pick a smooth silk or satin petticoat
of a similar colour
to go with net or tissue saree.
The texture of satin will allow the net to flow over it smoothly
and give a stylish sheen
to your look.
Any extra fabric or folds will show evidently
under the saree, making your drape look clumsy.
So make sure you pick a well fitted, fishtail petticoat
to avoid any clumsy folds.
Washing a Net Saree at home
could be doing more harm than good.
It’s always better to leave it to the professionals
to get our tissue sarees clean and fresh.
When it comes to storing these beauties
avoid piling on heavy sarees on top of your delicate sarees
or hang them in closets for too long.
This might cause unshapely creases
or tears on your fragile fabrics.
Net, organza or tissue are very delicate,
more so if they have embellishments.
While the sheer fabric is what gives the saree its unique look,
it can make it tricky to
drape the sarees.
Adding two small beads to the safety pin on each end
can restrict the movement of the
fabric along the pin
and in turn, protect your saree from any tears!
If you want the sheer elegance of a net or tissue saree
but want to skip the draping
and pinning of the delicate fabric,
this style trick is just for you.
All you need is a plain saree that’s easy to drape
and a sheer dupatta in the same colour family.
Folding your saree in half
will ensure that it ends at 3-4 pleats.
Pull your dupatta from under the pleats,
and tuck it in with the rest of your fabric.
Your sheer dupatta transforms into the pallu
of your saree,
giving you the look of a chic
sheer saree, minus the draping hassles!
Net Sarees are as beautiful as they are tricky.
One wrong step will end up in the sharp sound of a tear
and a lifetime of embarrassment.
Pick a petticoat with a lace as a border.
Now instead of letting your saree graze the floor,
tuck some more fabric inside,
letting the lace of the petticoat be seen.
This trick will not only add a stylist-approved touch to your look
but will also make
sure your saree doesn’t tear or get damaged
while you’re making a fashionable strut.
While wearing a sheer net saree is
all about making a bold statement,
if you’re new to
the sheer saree game,
here’s how you can make a stylish, yet conventional statement.
Gathering the Sheer fabric in pleats
close to where you want coverage will add the modesty
you are looking for.
A pleated pallu will layer up
and create some opacity over your upper body,
making you feel
much more comfortable in your net saree.
However, if you like your pallu to be flowy,
draped over your arm, a boat neck blouse can also do the trick.
Use these simple tips to
ease into wearing your net, organza or tissue sarees
and you'll be pulling these sheer beauties off in no time.
Until next time, stay tuned & stay Glamrs!