From statement jewelleries to saree belts, this World Saree Day, pair your saree with these accessories for the ‘Chaar Chaand’ look.
December 21 is World Saree Day, a day that marks the significance of the timeless drape of beauty and elegance. Saree, every Indian woman’s best friend. A simple plain saree is inherently graceful, adding to the ethereal feminine magnificence. One of the best things about these beautiful drapes is that they can be immensely versatile. The endless options of fabrics and embroidery aside, the accessories worn with sarees are also equally distinct and elegant. And when it comes to elevating your saree game, these accessories play a vital role. They effortlessly complement sarees creating an innovative and unique look every time. From classic adornments to modern add-ons, these accessories will make you stand out in a crowd.
Here’s a list, by Team Wedding Affair, of 7 saree accessories that you must add to your wardrobe now on World Saree Day.
Elegant Saree Belts
Belts are one of the most reliable saree accessories with their own charm. Wearing belts with sarees easily grabs attention and instantly elevates the look. And the best part is that there are endless options you can choose from. Pair an ethnic and traditional belt, otherwise known as kamarbandh for a regal saree look. It can make a plain saree stand out. For a modern and chic look, go for a chain belt. A matching fabric belt featuring beads, embellishments or tassels can bring the whole saree look together. If you are up for some experiment, go for a leather belt or a pearl belt on this World Saree Day.
Bold Statement Jewellery
Many things might come in and go out of trend when it comes to sarees, but one thing for sure will never change–the beauty of statement jewellery with sarees. Statement earrings are an evergreen choice to pair with sarees, they easily make your face look balanced with the tall frame of the classic drape. A bold statement necklace is also a great way to go if you want to grab some eyeballs. Similarly, statement headpieces, brooches, nose rings etc can complement your saree look perfectly.
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Jacket or Cape
If you want to effortlessly amp up your saree look this World Saree Day without wearing too many embellishments or beads, a jacket is the way to go to make a statement. A simple contrasting-coloured blazer will make you stand out, especially helpful in the winter. You can also pick a matching cape or replace your regular blouse with a jacket blouse.
Stylish Handbags & Clutches
We all know that carrying around all our things while wearing a saree is a task. And to accomplish this while looking equally stylish needs some extra thought. For stylish bags and clutches, a potli bag is a safe option to pair with a saree. It’s ethnic, goes well with a traditional look. You can also carry a stylish clutch to create a statement. To keep your hands free, carry a sling bag with a saree.
Gorgeous Ethnic Footwear
No list of accessories is complete without shoes. A good pair of footwear can make your simplest saree look drop-dead gorgeous. Shelf your stilettos for this one and wear a beautiful pair of ethnic shoes. The options vary from traditional juttis to ethnic heels, from ballerinas to wedges.
Unique Hair Accessories
Ditch the classic gajra for once and wear a statement hair accessory to style your hair with sarees. Hair accessories are big, take inspiration from this year’s biggest Indian fashion moment–Alia Bhatt on the Met Gala red carpet. Choose anything from matha patti, maang tika, pasa, braid jewellery and headbands to accessorise your saree.
Finishing Touch: Bindi & Kajal
No matter what you wear with a saree, nothing beats the love between sarees and a stroke of kohl with a small bindi. If classic is what you are looking for, use these simple finishing touches to make your Indian beauty shine.
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With the right accessories, you can make any plain saree a standout outfit in a crowd. On this World Saree Day, make heads turn with your saree accessories to perfection!