On-Site Saree Draping
Available across Navi Mumbai
We come to your location in Mumbai to drape sarees for individuals or groups in any regional or fusion style, including pre-pleated options and coordination with your hair and makeup team.
Pricing Guide
Standard Party Draping
Execution
- Styles: Standard Nivi, Gujarati, or basic Coorgi drapes.
- Pleating: 5 to 7 standard box pleats for skirt and pallu.
- Ironing: Touch-up steam ironing for front visible pleats only.
- Fasteners: Secure pinning using approximately 10-12 rust-proof safety pins.
Speed & Fit
- Duration: 10 to 15 minutes per person.
- Fitting: Basic waist tucking to reduce fabric bulk.
- Assistance: Basic jewelry tucking for waist belts or keychains.
Traditional Bridal Draping
Fabric & Style
- Saree Types: Specialized handling for heavy stiff fabrics like Kanjeevaram, Banarasi, and Paithani.
- Ironing: Intensive steam ironing of the full saree length to remove fold lines before draping.
- Silhouette: Hip-fitted Mermaid or Trumpet shape to remove the boxy look of traditional silks.
Technical Process
- Pinning: Strategic use of invisible double-lock safety pins inside layers.
- Duration: 30 to 45 minutes of focused styling.
- Coordination: Tandem work with Makeup Artists to ensure pallu placement does not obstruct hair.
Signature Mini-Pleat & Fusion Draping
High Precision Styling
- Mini-Pleats: Creation of 15-25 ultra-thin, uniform pleats for a flat, paper-fold effect.
- Complex Drapes: Includes technical styles like 9-yard Madisar, Nauvari, Kodava, or Double Saree draping.
- Contouring: Advanced body contouring techniques to hide bulk and create a gown-like fitted look.
Premium Prep
- Duration: 60 to 90 minutes of detailed work.
- Hardware: Usage of fabric tape, specialized clips, and heavy-duty structural pins.
- Prep: Includes on-site pre-pleating and box-folding to ensure zero bulk.
About On-Site Saree Draping
Why I Love Saree Draping
Saree draping is my way of bringing comfort and confidence to your special day. I come to your location in Mumbai - home, hotel, anywhere - so you can avoid all that last-minute running around. Whether it’s a wedding, party, or family event, I want you to feel beautiful without the stress.
What I Offer
- Bridal saree draping at home for all your ceremonies, from engagement to the big day. Those mini-pleats? I’ve got them down.
- Group saree draping service - I can handle your whole gang, whether it’s 5 or 15 people, as long as we plan the time.
- Experience with so many regional styles: Tamil Iyer, Telugu, Kerala, Maharashtrian shalu, North Indian, Gujarati, even creative fusion drapes if you want to mix things up for a cross-culture wedding.
- Unique requests? I’m always up for artistic and modern drapes, double pallu, or whatever you dream up.
How I Work
- I listen to what you want and make sure the drape is right for your body and saree.
- Romba porumaiya (with lots of patience), I make sure every pleat sits right so you stay comfy all day.
- Need to save time? I offer pre-pleated saree draping, so you can get ready super quick on the event day.
- I coordinate easily with your hair and makeup folks so your final look comes together perfectly.
I believe everyone deserves to look and feel their best, no matter their age or experience with sarees. I’m happiest when even a kizhavi (elder) feels like a kumari (young maiden) in my drape.
Meet your Expert
Drapes of Threads and Traditions
My Story
Hi makkale! I’m Viji, the face behind The Saree Drapist. Sarees are not just fabric to me – they’re stories, memories, and a bit of magic. Grew up Tamil in Mumbai, always helping folks feel special in their drapes. That smile when Geetha amma felt like a selai – that’s what keeps me going. I love making every pleat count, whether for brides or my own family. One saree at a time, I’m here to add a little tradition and joy.
My Work
Saree Draping & Styling - I drape sarees for weddings, receptions, baby showers – any event you want to shine.
Ready-to-wear Pre-pleated Saree - Send me your saree, I’ll pleat and iron it so you can wear it in minutes. No fuss, all styles.
Bridal Saree Specialist - Expert in South Indian bridal saree draping, Kanjivaram and Banarasi sarees, for a flawless look all day.
Box Folding & Elegant Hairstyling - I do saree box folding and simple, elegant bridal hairstyling for a complete traditional look.
