Saree draping is a timeless art that has woven its way through cultures and centuries. It remains a versatile canvas for creative expression. From the grace of Andhra Pradesh’s Nivi style to the elegance of Bengali and Oriya drapes and the flair of the Maharashtrian Nauvari style, sarees effortlessly embrace diverse draping techniques that showcase individuality and cultural richness. Amidst the various draping styles, the Gobbe saree emerges as a true stand-out, a distinctive treasure in the tapestry of saree drapery.
Hailing from the rich heritage of Karnataka, this draping technique is named after the Kannada word “Gobbe” which means doll. Just like how a doll’s saree is wrapped around its petite form, this drape gracefully twirls around the wearer creating a unique and captivating look. This distinctive style involves knots, loops, and folds that result in a saree drape resembling a one-shoulder dress. Let’s understand the step-by-step process of draping the saree in the Gobbe style.
The Gobbe Saree Draping Style – A Unique Saree Draping Style
This style of saree draping originates from Karnataka and is a style embraced by the landowners of Gowda landowners who wears the front pleats in a ‘cross-over’.
How-to Drape the Gobbe Saree – Step-by-Step Process
Step 1 -Tie The Knot
Start with the knot action. Use the end of your saree end to make a double knot at your right waist, gently draping the inner end in front.
Step 2 -Pleat Perfection
Now make 6 pleats and tuck them into place at the center front waist, radiating grace.
Step 3 -Loop It Up
Make a stylish loop with the remaining saree length and wrap it around your waist in an anticlockwise whirl. Now gather the pallu from behind and loop it through. Next, tighten and adjust the drape.
Step 4 -Shoulder Elegance
Now swing the loop across the chest in an anticlockwise twirl, elegantly draping it over your right shoulder. With an artful knot, secure the pallu’s edge with the front portion of the drape. Worn with 18 molas saree only, it is a unique style of saree draping with a twirl around the waist and the knot on the shoulder, almost like a one-shoulder draped dress.
Explore the diverse regional draping styles within Karnataka, one can easily discern the common thread among them is an emphasis on comfort. With the Gobbe saree drape, you do not need to worry about fixing the blouse and petticoat, it almost mimics the fuss-free vibes of a dress.
Conclusion
The saree is a timeless piece of garment that can be styled in numerous ways to suit varied occasions. Learning different ways of draping a saree can elevate your saree-wearing experience. By mastering varied saree draping styles, embrace the Gobbe saree with open arms and let its elegance weave its charm.
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