By Juhi Bansal
A “good” married woman wears sarees. You should wear sarees “decently”. Sarees worn “properly” add to the aura of a woman. How often have you heard these clichés and rolled your eyes and in some cases laughed (out loud!)?
If I had to dance the night out in a baraat or spend the day at a formal event- saree may not be my first choice. Only because I’ve always believed that sarees are worn with high heels and expensive jewelry and heavy blouses. I decided to break my own misconceptions and those I’ve been hearing all my life via this outfit. Hope you like it as much as I do.
This shoot is particularly close to my heart because of how I let go of every hang up I had about sarees- it’s ok if it’s tied carelessly, it’s ok if my hair is messy and it’s ok if I replace high heels with Oxfords. After all, what good are rules if they don’t get broken every now and then. What mattered was my attitude and Oh My God it was so on point!
I had a lot of fun doing the shoot- letting go completely. I can safely say that sarees are the most fun item of clothing :). And that denim crop top- I had so much fun “mis-matching” it with the ensemble.

First let me wear a flower

Oh Anarkali!

Let me lounge in the Sun

Langdi Taang anyone?

Fear of heights did you say?

Look at me smile!
Credits:
Saree: Nalli’s
Denim Crop Top- Fab Alley
Neck Piece- Namaste NYC
Oxfords- Street Style Store
Sunglasses- borrowed from Bhavya
Handpainted Ring- Amrapali Jewels
Pics- Bhavya
17 Comments
Absolutely love it!!!
Thanks so much Kopal! How are you doing?
Doing good. Have to meet you soon
yeah yeah come anytime
Thanks Pinal 🙂
Looking fabulous!
Juhiiiiiii this is such a crazy look! Hats off to you for trying something risky and looking absolutely gorgeous- I wish I had your guts.
Thank you so much for your kind words Riddhi. You’re jittery the first time but then all the risk starts getting fun. I say close your eyes and just jump in!
wow I could never imagine these shoes with saree- chappal may be but not shoe. I think I am going to try it now. Thanks for doing this 🙂
I am so happy to know you will try the look. Do send me photos Soniya 🙂
I love how you put together every look Juhi. You’re so unique and fashionable. This is true style!
Thank you so much Aastha. Style is very personal and I am so happy you like mine.
How can you wear so many colours in one outfit and still look good! You inspire me to give up my black outfits (my favourite colour) for brighter shades.
Yes please do! Black is so yesterday! I kid :). Black is forever but colours are so much more fun!
U make all fashion style look so apt on you ..
thank you for your kind words always Arpita