saris
Embracing tradition: Katan saris for today's woman
Katan saris are pieces of art that not only serve as a style statement but also stand as testaments to our cultural legacy. Over the years, the designs of katan saris have evolved, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics.
Elevate your party look
When it comes to traditional occasions, the fashion scene for deshi girls often revolves around the same party-wear styles. However, there's a treasure trove of options waiting to be explored. Embracing the richness of our cultural heritage while infusing modern aesthetics can result in looks that are not only fun but also incredibly stylish.
Eid Fashion: Styling Monipuri saris
As the festive season approaches, excitement about new fashion trends becomes evident. With social media influencers and fashion bloggers showcasing the latest trends, you cannot help but fall in love with the hype. While everyone is obsessed with the latest saris and exquisite gold jewellery collection, it is easy to overlook the beauty and elegance of something as traditional as a Monipuri sari, which actually deserves all the recognition in the fashion world.
Azmeri Haque Badhan’s love affair for saris continue
Azmeri Haque Badhan wore a white nakshi kantha sari, while accepting the National Award in 2023. This has been more than just a fashion statement for her. Here's the story:
Slay in sleeveless blouses
Wearing the national dress only on special occasions is a thing of the past. Women of today have rediscovered elegance and comfort in saris and have found their own ways to make it convenient for them. Jeans instead of traditional petticoats, sneakers, rather than heels, and most commonly and popularly, sleeveless blouses in place of traditional looks such as long sleeves, puffs, or three quarters. Here are 6 super funky ways you can don the sleeveless blouse and slay in it!
Romance of a sari: Draped in love, tradition, and nostalgia
A sari is one such timeless attire that has never been retired from the top of fashion trends. Growing up, we saw our older generation treasure their saris, and with time, learned to love this part of our tradition like no other. For us it is never just about the latest style. No, our saris hold core memories in them; each pleat tells a story. Handloom cotton and Jamdani, perhaps the most traditional of saris, have been passed down through generations.
Saris that are ruling our hearts this year
A sari is one such timeless attire that has never been retired from the top of fashion trends. Many trends have thrived and died in the fashion industry over the years, but the sari’s popularity remains unmatched. Thanks to the brilliant minds of artists and designers, saris continue be a statement outfit for any occasion. Another concept that is trending nowadays within the country is sustainable fashion, where organic colours are used on the cotton saris that are exclusively made via handloom instead of power looms. Another beautiful term that is synonymous to sustainable fashion is slow fashion.
Monsoon and the cotton sari: Shades of a woman
The versatile cotton sari is her perfect monsoon companion. Simplistic down to the last thread that make a handloom sari, they exude an aura of grace in all Bengali women. The myriad variants that exist enriches our fashion repertoire and it’s safe to say that there is one cotton sari type for every shade of a woman.
White staples for summer
Although the colour is versatile and serves as the most beautiful backdrop to any shade on the spectrum, one style that is currently topping the fashion charts is the combination of white on white.
Fashionable blouse to pair with saris
A sari is the quintessential fashion statement for any Bengali woman. It’s an emotion so raw and powerful that it is often handed down from one generation to another with love, respect and pride, and the hope that the newer members of the family will see the sari gracefully through her time.
Mastering the Jamdani trade with Zaaya
Zaaya became quite popular after people watched REKKA starring the gorgeous actress Azmeri Haque Badhan. Her saris became a cult favourite after the airing of the web-series, early this year.
Badhon and the dazzling jamdanis in Rabindranath Ekhane Kokhono Khete Ashenni
I watched the web series for three main reasons — my undying affection for thrillers written by Bengali writers (this particular one also had a hint of supernatural thrown into it – talk about luck!). For the protagonists of the series, played by favourites (colossal fan of Azmeri Haque Badhon and Rahul Bose).
Elegant zardosi-karchupi for Eid (video)
The artists at Chittagong Bihari Palli have been passing a busy time preparing different types of clothes including three-pieces, saris and panjabis ahead of the Eid-ul-Fitr.