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Creative Saree Draping Styles and Techniques

byMayuri BiyaniOnline classes; In-person at studio in Malad or across MumbaiStarts from1,800 per person (4-day course)View full gallery

From traditional regional drapes to modern jumpsuit transformations, this gallery shows how I make a simple six yards work for any occasion.

Watch as I transform a simple linen saree into a chic, high-low dress using just knots and bangles. This is what I mean when I say a saree is pure magic; it can be anything you want it to be.

For a cousin's wedding, I draped this beautiful pink silk saree over a matching lehenga. This tutorial shows how I created the back pleats and front drape for a grand, cohesive look that’s perfect for any wedding function.

Here’s how you can create a stunning Maharashtrian Dhoti drape for festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi. I’m using my mom’s beautiful blue silk saree to show you how to get this traditional yet trendy look with ease.

Shapewear or a regular petticoat? I often get asked this. Here’s a side-by-side comparison showing that with the right draping technique, you can get a sleek, mermaid-like silhouette with a comfortable cotton petticoat. Comfort pehle, always!

A little peek behind the scenes from a professional brand photoshoot. I am ensuring every pleat is perfect for the camera. This is a key service I offer for e-commerce brands and fashion stylists.

This is what a live one-on-one online class looks like. Here, I am guiding my student through the steps of a traditional Coorgi style drape, giving her real-time feedback so she gets it just right.

For Navratri, I created this fusion look by draping a vibrant yellow saree over a traditional lehenga. It’s a jacket-style drape on one side and classic pleats on the other, perfect for dancing the night away.

Did you know you can turn a saree into a jumpsuit? Here are three different ways to create a stylish and comfortable jumpsuit, perfect for a party. This shows just how versatile a single piece of fabric can be.

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You often do not need expensive shapewear to get that sleek, perfect drape you see in these photos. Often, it is just about how you pin and place your pleats. In my practice, I focus on using your regular petticoat while teaching you how to secure the fabric so it stays firm and comfortable all day long. Comfort pehle, always!

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