A spring time festival is about to arrive and marks the traditional new year for Marathi Hindus. This Gudi Padwa makes a difference by adorning yourself in Gudi Padwa outfit ideas from KALKI. Heavy and latest Paithani, Jamdani, wedding silk sarees, wedding banarasi sarees and block print sarees are just perfect to mark the festival and the celebration. These beloved sarees and heirloom would not only make you look like a queen but will also be your most prized possession.
So, here we discover the gems in all its glory. Also, we would describe an essential part- which is styling a saree.
1. Soul-stirring & Desi Paithani
Famed as queen of silks, the Paithani sarees is an essential part of Maharashtrian wedding, festive and bridal trousseau. And Paithani designer silk saree can be a gift of Indian handloom heritage among sarees. It imbibes the spirit of Maharashtrian rich history and artistic culture within every weave. The six-yard is known for its enticing border and an ornate pallu that carries its elegance in oblique square design that comes in plane or spotted base. It is enhanced by a very classic border with prints and design adorning the pallu to make it look heavy and splendid. Paithani sarees are available in a range of colours from pale hues to vibrant shades and everything in between. Each Paithani silk or handloom saree is dyed using natural colours. Infact each and every Paithani silk saree has two significant and contrasting colours on the body and one on the pallu and the border. So, this New Year apart from celebrating the day, you can as well celebrate the rich history and legacy of India through Paithani sarees.
Style Tips
If you are finicky that your festive saree should look perfect, here we go with some tips and tricks to up your saree fashion game.
Universal Style Drape- For your saree to look perfect and excellent a universal draping style is what you need. This one can be pleated up pretty quickly without any hassle and add charm to your look.
Jewellery- If you are inclined towards a jewelled and ornate look, you can experiment with traditional neck pieces, earrings, and nose pins to the maximum. The shiny studded or embossed jewels would really make a difference.
Take Care Of The Blouse- While talking about accessories and jewels, we should not ignore the blouse as a misfit or a wrong match can be a disaster for your fashion. Always try to wear a tailor-made blouse as you know what size fits right.
2. Paithani Continues To Weave Magic
Nine-yard Paithani sarees carry unmatched elegance and a distinct lustrous sheen that does not fade away with time. It’s a work of art that represents an undying tradition that has withstood the test of time. The rich, affluent, and lustrous Paithani or nine-yard Paithani sarees come in a kaleidoscope of hues, making each and every piece oh-so-wonderful and vibrant. The saree is not just perfect to celebrate Gudi Padwa but also each and every tenet of Hindu festival. The Paithani saree and its charm has stood for Indian femininity for centuries. It is said that women Marathi warriors and fearsome female fighters have draped Paithani sarees to celebrate the physical prowess of women. Wouldn’t it be really great to adorn yourself in a saree that not only signifies tradition but a homage to all warrior communities of the past. Just embrace the nine-yard Paithani that would embody elegance and appeal in its every inch and weave.
Style Tip
You have chosen a perfect saree for Gudi Padwa but a significant part goes into how you style it. We have some tips and suggestions:
Light Or Heavy- We agree it’s a special moment but your comfort shouldn’t take a backseat. You can go for ethnic as well as trendy festive saree with minimal work for your fashion quotient and ethnic appearance. If you are wearing a simple saree you can style it with heavy jewels, bangles, or a belt.
Bags- A traditional or ethnic bag would spice up the things differently. Gudi Padwa festival would demand for traditional bags and purses like potli bags, ethnic purses, moti and fringe bags etc. You can carry shiny and jazzy purses at special occasions.
Footwear- Not to forget that comfort is always the key when it comes to dressing up. You can go for comfortable and carefully-selected footwear so that you feel confident and beautiful to step out.
3. Go For A Subtle Pastels This Gudi Padwa
Pastels in all its genres have left behind the dark shades like rani pink and red and have bounced back to become a winner of sorts. There is something about the delicate shades of pastel that bright counterparts can’t replace. Go for pastel sarees in coral, mint and lemon hues and have a pleasing effect on your soul, mind, and wardrobe. As summer is setting in pastels would look lovely and a classic combination for festive events. Pastels don’t need to be screamed to be heard and the subtle hue perfectly defines a woman’s beauty and femininity. To weave magic with the palette, go for a subtle and understated look at this Gudi Padwa and make a shift to your taste and personality. Brides, wedding guests and bridesmaids can sport various shades like ivory, beige, ice, and mint to spell magic with their saree closet on Gudi Padwa.
Style Tip
This style book would help you know exactly how to wear the dreamy shades.
Colour Combination of Saree- If your saree is in blue, pink, or purple hue, you can choose silver jewellery for your style statement. On the other hand, if it’s in the colour family of yellow or green, golden ornaments would look better. However, with white, golden, and silver both weave the magic equally.
Accessories- Accessory is always your best style and personality to match with your silk printed saree or plain sarees. Because no matter what you are wearing, if you have teamed it up with proper accessories, that shows the way you can carry yourself. You can choose a bright or contrast hued accessory to go with pastel sarees.
Draping Style- You can go for various quick and efficient-looking draping with your pastel sarees. Simple, butterfly, Mumtaz and Nivi styles would look ethereal to complement your festive Gudi Padwa look.
4. Summer Style Statement With Jamdani
The transparent, ultra-fine fabric and fine textile; that’s how we can describe a Jamdani saree that has a mix of cotton and gold threads weaves on it. The Jamdani has its roots in Dhaka (capital of Bangladesh) and is characterized by intricately designed motifs on it. Jam and dani means flower and vase and these two motifs are quite common on these sarees. You can go for something totally different this time for your Gudi Padwa festival and rock the Jamdani sarees in vibrant or pastel shades. This is one of the most explored versions of handloom saree in the fashion world and a popular choice for women amongst all age groups. The summer hues can have a unique effect on the wearer’s personality and charisma. You can handpick those that suit your style and the summer style statement.
Style Tips
Your Gudi Padwa sarees should shine as bright as they could. Follow these style tips to get ready.
Style Your Hair- The first thing that should be taken care of after selecting your Jamdani saree should be the hairdo. You can balance the look of your heavy or light saree by accordingly styling your locks. Style it into a bun or keep it wavy- look for the best that brings out your radiant glow.
Traditional Jewellery – You can pick gold jewels to shine with your Jamdani saree The authentic Indian handloom saree calls for equally stunning and traditional jewellery in meenakari, kundan, polki or pearl ornaments.
Accessories- A belt, footwear or ethnic handbag can elevate your festive appearance. The accessories you chose can come across as unique and fancy to showcase your taste, persona and class.
5. Elevate Your Fashion Game With Beautiful Block Prints
Block printed sarees are widely accepted by Indian women for the festivals, irrespective of the fabric or the work of the saree. You can choose block prints for Gudi Padwa and break the serotypes and experiment with KALKI’s block print range of sarees. You can pair block print sarees with designer blouses, and you can also experiment with the various designs and colour combo of block prints. The block printed sarees have always been the talk of the town as it can really steal the show at Indian festivals and ceremonies. Block prints age-old and looks appealing on handicraft sarees. These printed sarees are rich in design and colour and go with both contemporary and traditional look.
Style Tip
Your Gudi Padwa sarees should look appealing and matchless. For that matter we provide some style lessons.
Kamarbandh- You can set the look of your block print saree apart. You can use a belt or kamarbandh to add a tint of modern fashion to your saree. Sarees alone, especially a block print saree alone in all its elegance and beauty would not look magical unless you adorn it perfectly. There are certain do’s and don’ts that you can follow for choosing correct accessories.
Dhoti or Nivi Style Drape- – You can also wear a block print saree in different other styles. Dhoti style, Nivi and pant style saree is also popular and looks winning. A different style drape would show that you have actually put in some efforts to stand out from the crowd.
Make-up- Most of the saree wearers swear that at least some make-up is mandatory for the overall look. Create that magic by using a simple or heavy touch of eyeliner, mascara, powder and lipstick or gloss.
5. Celebrate Gudi Padwa In Style With Only Paithani
We have the classic traditional Paithani sarees for you to enjoy and celebrate Gudi Padwa or your New Year in full fiesta. The glorious drape looks appealing and magical for girls and women alike. Paithani is one of the most popular weaves in India, widely known for its exquisite design and craftsmanship involved. It derives its name from Paithan village in Maharashtra and the treasured saree has trademark border too. Borders of these sarees classify it into two- morbangadi (peacock and bangle) and munia (parrot). Overall, grand pallus and beautiful motifs define a Paithani saree. The unmatched charm and timelessness that a Paithani saree holds is just matchless. The sarees are an essential part of Maharashtrian culture. The luxurious pieces of Paithani can be opted for Gudi Padwa festival.
Style Tips
The heritage handloom and luxurious Paithani saree muse be worn with pride and some style. Here is how!
Play With The Saree Format – You can drape your saree in simple format or in a way that flaunts your rich pallu in case you opt for heavy traditional saree.
The Embellished Bun- Common hairdo with a Paithani saree can be having a bun with fresh or artificial flowers can be added to the hairstyle (bun or braids) to have that whole new look. Bun would flaunt your earrings and facial features well. You can use accessories to decorate your hair bun or jada billalu for that jewelled look.
A Well-fitted Blouse- A blouse along with a saree is an accessory in itself. So, choose the right fit as per your body structure. For example, if you are wearing a deep neck, ensure it’s the right size and do not fall or droop. Use pins to secure the blouse to your shoulders.
You can choose from KALKI’s authentic patterns, Paithani sarees and trendy festive sarees and other handloom saree collection to flaunt at your Gudi Padwa festival. Designer sarees, handloom sarees, latest ethnic sarees, bridal sarees, Jamdani, silk, South silk and Kanjivaram sarees are what would make you look like a princess on your important Gudi Padwa festival.
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