Indian Idol Girl In Black Saree

How can meters of cloth enhance the sensuality of a woman? Well, it can and this magic cloth is called “Saree.”

This ancient style of draping an unstitched material is the national garment of the Indian woman. It is simple, unique and designed to cover her modesty. The custom of wearing saree is five thousand years old and is mentioned in the scriptures dating back to 3000 BC.

Saree can be draped in ten to fifteen styles, with pleats and without it. The length of the material can range from five to nine meters. Each state of India has its own style of draping which is easily identifiable, translating the origin of the woman.

The saree is worn with a blouse and petticoat. The length of the blouse varies depending on trends but traditionally it ends well above the waistline. The blouse is usually short sleeved with a round or v-neckline. The petticoat holds the saree and makes it easier to tuck in the pleats.

Choosing the color of the petticoat is essential as it affects the overall presentation. Its color should match the saree or at least should be a shade closer. The saree worn in the state of Maharashtra and northern parts of Karnataka are without petticoat and have a different combination of pleats and gathers that holds the saree firmly. Here the length of the saree is nine yards.