Hair Styling & Saree Draping
Available across Bengaluru
I style your hair and drape your saree in any style you want, offer pre-pleating for easy wear, and teach saree draping in group workshops.
Pricing Guide
Bridal Hair Couture & Precision Silk Draping
Signature Hairstyling
- Consultation & Prep: Face shape analysis followed by professional mousse and heat protectant application.
- Texture Creation: Full micro-crimping to ensure structural volume for heavy braids or updos.
- Style Options: Choice of traditional 5-strand/fishtail braids or modern Hollywood waves and textured buns.
- Ornaments & Fixing: Secure setting of fresh flowers (Mallige) and heavy gold jewelry (Jadai/Billai) using rust-free pins to ensure zero movement.
- Extensions: Seamless blending of client-provided hair extensions (Savaram) for added length.
- Finishing: High-hold hairspray to combat humidity and flyaways.
Advanced Saree Draping
- Fabric Treatment: On-spot steam ironing to remove fold lines and stiffen fabric for that paper-crisp look.
- Styles: Expertise in Kanjeevaram, Madisar (9-yard), or modern lehenga-style drapes.
- Structure: Creating symmetrical box-folded pleats at waist and shoulder secured with industrial-grade safety pins.
- Silhouette: Body-contouring tucks for a slimming fit that withstands long rituals.
Guest Hair Styling & Fluid Saree Draping
Event Hairstyling
- Prep & Style: Blow-dry preparation followed by soft beach waves, messy buns, or half-up styles.
- Braiding: Simple French or Dutch braiding techniques (excludes heavy extension work).
- Accessories: Placement of light accessories like breath flowers or delicate clips provided by the client.
- Finish: Application of medium-hold spray for natural movement and shine.
Standard Draping
- Ironing: Essential touch-up ironing for the front pleats and pallu.
- Fabrics: Expert handling of delicate materials like Georgette, Chiffon, Net, or Soft Silk.
- Technique: Standard Nivi drape or floating pallu styles secured with safety pins.
- Durability: Secure pinning designed to keep the drape intact during dancing or movement.
"Ready-to-Wear" Saree Pre-Pleating
Pleating Mechanics
- Customization: Creation of pleats based on approximate height and waist measurements.
- Pressing: Steam setting the shoulder pallu and lower waist pleats (Patli) for sharp, lasting creases.
- Guidance: Strategic tagging and pinning to indicate exactly where to tuck the fabric.
Box Packaging
- Travel Ready: Folding the pre-pleated saree into a compact box format to preserve creases during transit.
- Utility: Transforms any heavy silk or soft fabric into a garment that can be worn instantly without professional help.
About Hair Styling & Saree Draping
I love helping you feel confident and beautiful in your own skin. Hair styling and saree draping isn't just about looking good, it's about feeling comfortable and owning your style.
What I Offer
- I do everything from traditional South Indian bridal hair with moggu jade to modern, messy buns and soft wavy ponytails. Whether your hair is short, long, or somewhere in between, we'll make it work - I use extensions too if you want extra volume.
- Saree draping is all about the right fit. I can give you a classic Iyengar wedding look, drape your saree to look like a lehenga, or even try creative styles like the Can-Can drape over pants. If you're stressed about pleats, my saree pre-pleating service is a total lifesaver - I iron and pleat it before your big event so it's crisp and ready.
- This service isn't just for brides - I love working with bridesmaids, aunties, moms, and guests for weddings, baby showers, or any family pooje.
How It Goes
I always recommend a trial session. We chat, experiment, and sort out what suits you best. If you want your hair simple aagi (kept simple), or have a wild idea, we’ll try it out together. On event day, I can come to your venue with my team, making things super easy.
More Than Just Styling
Want to learn how to drape a saree yourself? My self saree draping workshop is perfect for groups, and it’s honestly a blast during kitty parties.
At the end, I want you to look in the mirror and say, "Sakkathagide!" (It's awesome!).
Meet your Expert
Makeovers by Ramya
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My Story
Hey, I’m Ramya. Been doing bridal makeup in Bangalore since 2014. I started Kumkum because I wanted to show folks makeup isn’t a mask, it’s your own glow. I love seeing brides happy, whether it’s for varpooje or cocktail. Teaching’s a joy too - from one-on-one classes to those fun Navratri hair tutorials. Let’s keep it simple, chennagi bandide (looks good), no stress, just you shining.
My Work
Makeup & Styling Services - I do natural bridal makeup, groom makeovers, family makeup, saree draping, hairstyling, and run a makeup academy.
Second Skin Makeup - My style is dewy finish makeup - fresh, radiant, never cakey. It’s all about healthy glow, not hiding you.
Trial Sessions - Bridal makeup trial session is a must. We chat, test products, and make sure you’re comfy and happy.
Full Look Styling - From South Indian saree draping to modern waves, I help with everything. Pre-pleating sarees saves you stress!