Fallen Pallu Drape – Master the Timeless Drape to Perfection

Sarees are a timeless ensemble that has captured the mind-space of women from times immemorial. The six yards of the gorgeous ensemble with the neat pleats and the pallu thrown over your shoulder give the saree an elegant edge.

The mid-riff bearing ensemble is also one of the most sensuous pieces of attire ever. The way you drape a pallu, not only focuses on the designs and embellishments of the saree but makes your saree stand out with its distinctiveness. A smart tweak is all you need to make your saree look chic, sensuous, traditional, or any look you want to portray. There is a fascinating array of drapes from different corners of India that you can experiment with and make one saree look different every time! How cool is that?

The Fallen Pallu Drape – 3 Steps to Gorgeousness

You may have heard about the Nivi drape, the Coorgi saree drape or the Athpurey drape, however, today we will discuss the fallen pallu drape. Let’s find out about the steps to master the fallen pallu drape. It is perfect for events where you would want to wear a saree, yet you will also have the freedom to move around in the saree.

Step 1 – Tuck and tantalize in the saree

Take one end of the saree, fold it on the top, and tuck it on the right side. Wear appropriate (color-matching) shapewear or petticoat if you are wearing a transparent saree. Continue to tuck in at the side and back as you take around the saree.

Step 2 – Achieving pleating perfection

First, pin the saree where the border starts. Pin the saree to one side. Next, make waist pleats with the help of our hands. Ensure each pleat is of the same size. You can also seek help from someone else to set the pleats. Tuck the pleats in your petticoat and adjust accordingly.

Step 3 – Fix your latakti pallu

Place the pallu on your left shoulder and let it fall naturally. Work around the length of the pallu, exactly how you like it. Secure the pallu with a safety pin. Adjust the pallu neatly and drape the front portion around your elbow to give it a neat look.

There you have the steps to nail a perfect fallen pallu drape. The drape looks great in different sarees, including translucent, georgettes and chiffons. The drape is easy enough for everyone to master.

The fallen pallu drape is popular among young women who have just started experimenting with different types of drapes. Before trying out the more complicated ones, try the simple ones first.

To ensure a secure and elegant drape it is essential to use pins when working with chiffon and georgette sarees, especially when attempting the fallen pallu style. These delicate fabrics tend to slip and without proper pinning, the pleats or pallu may become disheveled.

The beauty of the saree is often marred or enhanced by the way you drape it. So, a draping tutorial like this will help you avoid mistakes and drape it like a pro. As is the case with most drapes, practice it till you are perfect!