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  • Sarees For All Seasons: 5 Ways To Choose The Right Fabric And Style | Beauty/Fashion News

    The saree is a versatile garment that can be adapted to suit any season. By choosing the right fabric and style, you can ensure comfort and elegance all year long. Whether you’re attending a summer garden party or a winter wedding, these tips will help you select the perfect saree to complement the occasion and the season. Celebrate your unique style and embrace the beauty of this traditional attire in every season.

    Choosing the right combination can enhance your comfort and elegance, ensuring you feel confident and beautiful year-round. Here are five ways shared by Anita Katti, Founder, Mandakini to choose the perfect saree fabric and style for any season.

    Light and Breezy for Summer

    During the hot summer months, opt for sarees made from lightweight, breathable fabrics such as cotton, linen, or chiffon. These materials allow air circulation, keeping you cool and comfortable even in the sweltering heat. Chiffon sarees, in particular, drape beautifully and come in a variety of vibrant colors and patterns that complement the season. Pair your saree with a sleeveless or short-sleeved blouse to stay cool and chic.

    Warm and cozy for winter

    As temperatures drop, you’ll want to stay warm while still looking stylish. Wool and silk sarees are excellent choices for winter. Wool sarees provide warmth and come in elegant, traditional designs. Meanwhile, silk sarees, such as Kanchipuram or Banarasi, offer luxurious warmth and a sophisticated look. You can also add an extra layer of warmth with a shawl or a jacket. Long-sleeved blouses with heavier fabrics can enhance your comfort during the winter chill.

    Versatile Fabrics for Spring

    Spring is a season of renewal and color, making it an ideal time to experiment with different saree styles and fabrics. Georgette, silk, and crepe are versatile options that offer comfort and style for spring festivities. These fabrics drape gracefully and can be adorned with floral or pastel prints, reflecting the vibrancy of the season. Opt for a blouse with intricate embroidery or lace detailing to add a touch of elegance.

    Festive Glamor for Autumn

    Autumn brings festivities and celebrations, making it the perfect time to indulge in luxurious sarees. Rich fabrics like silk, velvet, and brocade are excellent choices for this season. Silk sarees with intricate zari work or embroidered designs exude traditional charm and opulence. Velvet sarees offer a regal touch, while brocade sarees add texture and depth to your look. Pair these sarees with statement jewelry and accessories for a festive, glamorous appearance.

    All-Season Classics

    Some saree fabrics work well across all seasons, making them versatile additions to your wardrobe. Handloom sarees, such as Khadi and Tussar silk, are breathable and comfortable for warmer months, yet they can also provide warmth when layered for winter. Organza and satin sarees offer an elegant sheen, making them perfect for any season’s special occasions. Opt for timeless colors like ivory, navy, or black to ensure your saree remains a classic choice for years to come.

  • Dress circle: Sari bank brings cheer to women of Gujarat’s Anand district

    Express News Service

    AHMEDABAD: For Bhavna Ben of Bhadran village in Anand district, buying new expensive saris at the wedding function at home was a huge issue last year. The COVID-19 pandemic months saw the family income decline substantially.

    Then somebody suggested they go to a ‘sari bank’ in Bhadran. The bank offers beautiful saris gratis with the only condition that these are cleaned and returned after use. 

    “It was as if all happiness in the family had returned,” said Bhavna as she and others in the family had their pick at the bank. The first-of-its-kind bank is by and for the villagers of Bhadran. It is funded by NRIs for poor, middle-class women. 

    Nehali, who with other women runs the sari bank, says the response has been huge. “Our effort is to help those who have been experiencing financial hardships in the last two years due to the pandemic. It gives all members of the bank immense satisfaction when needy women are able to get special saris for auspicious occasions in their families,” says Nehali.

    This bank gets around 150 saris from abroad and as many from Bhadran. Villagers can take the saris on any auspicious occasion, wear it, dry-clean it and return it.

    In the bank, a sari is credited to the user’s personal account. If the person returns the sari in good condition, the bank promises to give you ‘credit’ for next time. In other words, you get a credit score like a bank. 

    Bhadran village elder Shaileshbhai Patel says when went to the US sometime back, he met Amarbhai Shah, a resident of Palanpur who had settled in America for many years. Amarbhai is a board member of Share & Care in America. “They asked me to set up such a bank in Bhadran. Upon my return from the US, I discussed the idea with villagers. They all agreed,” says Shaileshbhai. 

    The sari donors include NRIs from New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. The local contributors are the villagers from Bhadran and surrounding areas. “A woman living anywhere can deposit her sari. We want the needy to avail of the services,” he says.