Saree Pre-Pleating Services
Available across Mumbai
We take your saree, pleat and set it as per your style, and return it ready to wear so you just tuck and drape without any hassle.
Pricing Guide
Standard Pre-Pleating (Light Fabrics)
Draping Details
- Designed specifically for lighter fabrics like Georgette, Chiffon, Crepe, or Soft Silk.
- Includes measurement based draping using standard height or client specific metrics.
- Creation of 5 to 7 standard width pallu pleats depending on the border size.
- Pleats are locked using professional heavy duty steam ironing.
- Strategic safety pinning at the shoulder, center pleat tuck, and hip area to hold the shape.
Packaging & Format
- Hanger Folding: Saree is draped onto a hanger to mimic the final worn look and prevent crease lines.
- Delivered in a transparent, dust proof cover.
- Ready for immediate wear upon delivery.
Styles
- Standard Nivi Style drape.
Bridal Pre-Pleating (Heavy Silks & Box Fold)
Advanced Pleating Technique
- High pressure steam handling for heavy weaves like Kanjeevaram, Banarasi, Paithani, and Tissue silks.
- Signature Tiny Pleats: Creation of high density "Kutti Kuttiya" pleats (8 to 12 thin pleats on the pallu) for a sharp, structural look.
- Waist Sculpting: Center pleats are ironed flat to ensure the saree sits flush against the stomach to minimize bulk.
- Pre set for "step in and pin" application.
Travel Ready Packaging
- Box Folding: Post pleating, the saree is folded into a compact, rectangular shape (approx 10x12 inches).
- Pleats are locked inside the fold to ensure they remain intact inside suitcases.
- Includes reinforced pinning to withstand travel movement.
Supported Styles
- South Indian Bridal Drape.
- Gujarati / Seedha Pallu (includes front fan pleats).
- Maharashtrian Shalu styles.
- Madisar / 9 Yard pre pleating.
About Saree Pre-Pleating Services
Quick Intro
We get how tough it is to drape a saree perfectly, especially when you're rushing or new to the game. That’s why we started pre-pleating - so you can skip the stress and still rock that classic look.
What We Do
We turn your regular saree into a ready to wear saree pleats piece. Pleats for the lower half and pallu are set by us, ironed flat, and they hold up for hours. You just tuck, wrap, and you’re good to go. Feels like magic, but it’s just us doing all the hard work behind the scenes.
Service Details
- Mumbai folks: Drop off or send your saree, we handle the rest.
- Outside Mumbai: Courier your saree and measurements, we’ll send it back all neat. Shipping is extra.
- Folding options: Box folding for travel-friendly saree folding, or hanger folding for local use.
Style and Customization
Your saree, your call. We do custom saree draping styles, from kutti kuttiya (tiny) bridal pleats to classic or modern drapes. Whether you want a South Indian bridal saree pleat service or need a Banarasi prepped for a reception, we’ve got you.
Why Us
Great for weddings, festivals, baby showers, or even daily wear. We work romba porumaiya (super patiently) so every pleat is just right. At the end, it’s about you feeling confident, comfy, and looking like a kalayana ponnu (bride/beautiful girl) - minus the last-minute panic.
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.
